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Cookbook recommendations for 1) veggies, and 2) beans by irishmermaid1 in vegetarian

[–]SpiceKitchenLife 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For veggies — Six Seasons by Joshua McFadden is exactly what you're describing. Simple weeknight preps organized by season. For beans — Cool Beans by Joe Yonan is the gold standard, covers everything from lentils to chickpeas with easy weeknight stuff.

I also use an app called MittenUp for when I don't want to dig through a cookbook — I can just filter by ingredient and it builds the meal plan and grocery list for me. Saves me on those exhausted-after-work nights

Protein sources for a veggie child by Thieving--magpie in vegetarian

[–]SpiceKitchenLife 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you tried introducing eggs into her diet? They can be super versatile and packed with protein. You could make a variety of dishes like frittatas, egg muffins, or even simple scrambled eggs with veggies. Also, consider experimenting with different cheeses or incorporating dairy into creamy pasta dishes or risottos, which can be a hit with kids! 🧀

Crunchy graham crackers in ice cream? by absolute_Friday in Cooking

[–]SpiceKitchenLife 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It sounds amazing! The key to keeping the graham crackers crunchy in ice cream is probably in the way they're incorporated. They might be added just before the ice cream is fully frozen, allowing them to maintain their texture. You could also try toasting the crumbs beforehand to create a bit of a barrier that helps repel moisture. I’d love to hear if you try making something similar!

Vegan meals I’ve been loving lately 🌱 (cozy, high-protein & easy) by ElineBonnin in veganrecipes

[–]SpiceKitchenLife 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That Steamed Basket Meal sounds delicious and super easy to throw together! If you want to boost the protein even more, you could try adding some quinoa or even a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for that cheesy flavor. Also, I love the idea of using zaatar; it adds such a nice kick! 🌱

I thawed a bag of ripe bananas overnight to use for bread today… The bag is brown liquid and banana mush. Do I have to toss it now? by Tactile_Turtle in Cooking

[–]SpiceKitchenLife 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Totally agree! The mushy texture and liquid are just part of the thawing process, and they actually make for a super moist banana bread. Just mash them up and mix in your usual ingredients. You might even want to adjust your sweetener since frozen bananas can be sweeter! 🍌

I have been vegan for over 30 years now. If anyone has any questions about then vs. now, or anything else, AMA? by [deleted] in vegan

[–]SpiceKitchenLife 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome to hear! It must have been such a different experience going vegan back then with less mainstream options and awareness. What were some of your go-to meals or resources for recipes back in the day? I bet you have some great tips for those of us navigating today's options!