• Last updated 7/4/09 by Mothering Editorial

Polenta is so versatile that you can add it to meals often. This recipe is for fried polenta, but it can also be served creamy.2 cups polenta2 cups water or milk1/2 teaspoon salt1-2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup grated jack cheese1 tablespoon salsasalt and pepper to taste Combine polenta and liquid in pot and bring to boil. Add salt. Turn heat down to simmer and stir constantly until thickened. Remove from stove and pour into small greased baking dish. Let cool. Cover and refrigerate. Cut firm polenta into strips about 1 inch wide and 3 inches long. Melt butter in skillet... read more

• Last updated 7/21/09 by Mothering Editorial

My family loves tofu this way - especially the kids. 1 pound firm tofu 1/4 cup orange marmalade 1/4cup boiling water 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon orange or lemon juice, or brown rice vinegar 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger or 1/2 teaspoon ground, dried ginger 1 tablespoon sesame seeds Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place tofu in shallow dish. Place weighted cutting board over tofu to press out water while you prepare the sauce. Mix marmalade with boiling water until smooth. Add soy sauce, juice or vinegar, and ginger. Stir well. Place tofu on side and... read more

• Last updated 8/13/09 by Mothering Editorial

This is a special presentation of simple, flavorful ingredients. It makes a nice dinner dishes for guests.6 medium tomatoes1/2 pound ground beef 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano2 cups leftover rice 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 2 tablespoons butter, melted 2 tablespoons waterCut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Leaving a 1/2-in.-thick shell, scoop out and reserve pulp. Invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain.Meanwhile, in a skillet, brown beef; drain. Add tomato pulp, chili powder, sugar,... read more

• Last updated 2/7/10 by Mothering Editorial

By Cynthia Lair These are just like the yummy ones you can get at restaurants only better - the fish isn't deep-fried and the ingredients are fresh! You can choose to use soft corn tortillas or crisp taco shells. Two or three limes should give you all the juice you need for this recipe. Make plenty, they're good.1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce 1 lb. fish, true cod, halibut or other white fish 8-12 corn tortillas or taco shells Grated cheese SalsaSauce:1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 tablespoons... read more

• Last updated 6/21/09 by Mothering Editorial

Serve this yummy stew over white or brown rice or with warm tortillas for a delicious, carbohydrate-rich meal. Blends of Mexican seasonings come in bulk or bottles at the grocery store. Usually a combination of cumin, oregano, peppers, and other spices, they add a Southwestern flavor to dishes. Wheat-free, optionally dairy-free.1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil1 onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon ground cumin2 teaspoons Mexican seasoning1 cup dried black beans, soaked1 dried chipotle chile2 cups soup stock or water1-2 teaspoons sea salt1/2 cup frozen corn... read more

• Last updated 6/19/10 by Mothering Editorial

This delicious meal is high in protein, vitamin A, and iron. If you’re in a hurry, you can use prepared enchilada sauce instead of making your own.2 teaspoons oil1 small onion, diced2 sweet potatoes, diced (about 2 1/2 cups)2 cups cooked black beans with a little cooking water2 cups chopped greens (kale, spinach, etc.)Sea salt and black pepper to taste2 cups Enchilada Sauce8 large whole grain flour tortillas or slices mountain bread, or 10 to 12 corn tortillas 8 ounces sour cream, yogurt cheese, or crème fraîche.Preheat oven to 375ºF. Heat oil in large skillet. Add onion... read more

• Last updated 8/17/09 by Mothering Editorial

1 (3 pounds) boneless pork loin or tenderloin1/3 cup purchased gluten-free Jamaican jerk seasoning2 tablespoons dry mustard2 teaspoons salt1 tablespoon unsalted butter5 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and chopped1/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonPreheat the oven to 325 F. Coat a roasting pan with cooking spray. Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels. In a bowl, combine the jerk seasoning, ground mustard, and salt. Sprinkle the mixture on all sides of pork loin.Roast 50 to 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 150 F when an instant-read... read more

• Last updated 8/5/09 by Mothering Editorial

By Cathe Olson These are the easiest, most delicious veggie burgers I have ever had. My family doesn’t normally like tempeh, but they love these.1/4 cup chopped onion1 clove garlic, minced1 slice dry bread, crumbled or 1/2 cup breadcrumbs8 ounces tempeh, crumbled1 egg2 tablespoons tomato sauce or marinara sauceIf you have a food processor, use it to mince the onion and garlic. Add bread and grind to crumbs. Add remaining ingredients and pulse until combined. If you don’t have a food processor, place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well with your... read more

• Last updated 8/17/09 by Mothering Editorial

This tofu dish adds just enough spice to perk up your next meal.1 package(16 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed 2 cups vegetable broth 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon sage 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Cut tofu into 1/2-inch wide sticks. Place in a medium bowl, and cover with the broth. Set aside to soak. Meanwhile, stir together flour, yeast, salt, pepper, sage, and cayenne in a separate bowl. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high... read more

• Last updated 7/29/09 by Mothering Editorial

1 free-range chicken, cut-up in pieces. 1 onion, sliced in rings 6 garlic cloves12 to 15 mushrooms, cremini or button 4 fresh tomatoes ½ cup fresh salsa 4 cups of water 4 to 6 Tablespoons chicken bouillon 2 Tablespoons paprika 4 Tablespoons flour 4 Tablespoons parsleySauté the pieces of chicken in butter until brown, turning often. Lay the chicken pieces on the bottom of a large casserole dish. Layer onion rings over the chicken Add garlic and mushrooms Sprinkle with salt and pepper Top with sliced fresh tomatoes and fresh salsa Whisk together the water, bouillon,... read more