Lisa's Vegetarian Kitchen
Blog URL http://foodandspice.blogspot.com/
Located London, Ontario Canada
Tags Vegetarian, Indian, Legumes, vegan, soups, grains, beans, ethnic
Based in London, Ontario, a veteran vegetarian for 18 years serves up a collection of delicious culinary creations from her kitchen, with an emphasis on spicy Indian dishes.
Latest Blog Posts
- No Croutons Required - Root Vegetables on Nov 22, 2009 in No Croutons Required
The challenge for November was to make a vegetarian soup or salad with root vegetables. As usual we have received some tempting entries from across the globe. There are lots of nourishing ideas to warm a body on a chilly day. Though the choice is nev...
- Indian Chickpea and Pumpkin Soup on Nov 15, 2009 in Chickpeas Beans and Legumes Vegetables Soups and Salads Indian
Winter squash soups are a healthy and economical way to comfort and nourish the body and soul during the long cold months ahead. Chickpeas add depth and protein to this colourful and delicious autumn pumpkin soup, enhanced with a zesty Indian seed a...
- Indian-Style Beet Salad with a Yogurt Dressing on Nov 12, 2009 in Vegetables No Croutons Required Soups and Salads Indian
Recently I purchased a copy of Modern Spice by Monica Bhide after reading a mini review at 101 cookbooks. I have now cooked a few recipes from this delightful cookbook and what a taste experience it was. I will be having more to say about this book i...
- Pumpkin Cheesecake on Nov 5, 2009 in Treats and Desserts Vegetables
I haven't been spending much time in my kitchen of late, but the recent occasion of a friend's birthday was an inspiration to come up with a pumpkin dessert. Not too rich, this will appeal to those who prefer savory treats, but also enjoy a hint of s...
- No Croutons Required - The Winners for October and the Challenge for November on Nov 1, 2009 in No Croutons Required
The votes are in and we have two winners for October's Frugal Challenge. Congratulations to both Saranya who made a unique Hawaiian Style Mixed Vegetable Soup and Nic who cooked up this lovely Green Tomato Soup.I will be hosting the November edition...
- Split Pea and Mushroom Soup on Oct 29, 2009 in Beans and Legumes Vegetables Soups and Salads Lentils
As the icy fingers of winter start creeping up outside the window, there is often nothing so warming and comforting as a hot bowl of split pea soup. Plain and simple, or with the added flair of spices, mushrooms and fresh grated Parmesan cheese, thi...
- Miso Seaweed Broth with Mushrooms and Carrots on Oct 22, 2009 in Vegetables Soups and Salads Mushrooms Asian
Slowly fermented into a thick and robust paste, soybean miso added to soups is an almost ideal protein for tender tummies. And gently cooked seaweed, carrots and fresh beet green tops combine to make a vitamin and mineral packed broth that's as nour...
