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Red Curry Chickpea Salad

Posted on May 11, 2024 | Leave a comment

Red Curry Chickpea Salad by Alison's Allspice I have been in love with my homemade curry powder long enough that I have forgotten how flavorful curry paste really is.  All the work of building base flavor is done for you so that you can make simple yet delicious meals like this red curry chickpea salad with ease.

I have not tried it, but I’m certain you could still use curry powder to season a delicious chickpea salad.  However, I’m hooked on this version with the paste because of the depth of flavor that it brings so easily. Continue reading →

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Roasted Poblano and Quinoa Vegetable Soup

Posted on February 17, 2024 | Leave a comment

Roasted Poblano and Quinoa Vegetable Soup by Alison's AllspiceDuring winter when I’m craving a big warm cozy bowl of soup, I always make a big batch of vegetable soup.  This year I switched it up from my best-ever vegetable soup and made this roasted poblano and quinoa vegetable soup.

The backbone of the two soups is the same, plenty of aromatics, flavorful broth, a sprinkle of seasonings and a balance of different flavored vegetables.  I love the heat of the poblanos balanced with the sweetness of corn and bell pepper in this version. Continue reading →

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Healthy Vegan Chickpea Wraps

Posted on September 9, 2023 | Leave a comment

Healthy Vegan Chickpea Wraps by Alison's AllspiceFall is always very busy for me because it’s the beginning of a new school year.  I rely on easy recipes like these healthy vegan chickpea wraps to help me eat well when I don’t have much time to cook.

For these wraps, I prefer to make a chunky paste out of my chickpeas because whole chickpeas will roll right out of a wrap and are more likely to make a messy eating experience. Continue reading →

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Grilled Veggie and Halloumi Pitas

Posted on August 19, 2023 | Leave a comment

Grilled Veggie and Halloumi Pitas by Alison's AllspiceThese grilled veggie and halloumi pitas are a summertime favorite when it is too hot to cook in the house.  The halloumi cheese has a delightful squeaky chew and I adore its caramalized flavor off the grill.

My biggest concern when I started experimenting with grilled halloumi was that it would stick to the grill, and it does not!  In my experience, if the cheese isn’t wanting to loosen from the grate, it is not sufficiently browned yet.  It should remove easily when it’s ready to flip. Continue reading →

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Asian Noodle Stir Fry Salad

Posted on June 17, 2023 | Leave a comment

Asian Noodle Stir Fry Salad by Alison's AllspiceDuring summer, I don’t like to use the oven or do too much serious cooking that will heat up the house.  I eat a ton of salads during summer, but sometimes you just want something a little more substantial, but still light and refreshing.  This Asian noodle stir fry salad hits all those points. Continue reading →

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Smoked Tofu and Jackfruit Jambalaya

Posted on March 18, 2023 | Leave a comment

Smoked Tofu and Jackfruit Jambalaya by Alison's AllspiceThis smoked tofu and jackfruit jambalaya is the best jambalaya I have ever made.  Back when I used to eat meat, I ate traditional jambalaya at reastaurants but never tried cooking it.  Since, I have made many versions, some veggie, some with shirmp, and this recipe stands out as the clear winner.

I think this vegan version is outstanding no matter if you are a meat eater or not. The smoked tofu adds subtle smokiness that you would get from andouille sausage. The jackfruit replaces chicken, adding a nice chewy texture that also helps the dish stay moist. Continue reading →

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Smoked Tofu Summer Rolls

Posted on August 6, 2022 | Leave a comment

Smoked Tofu Summer Rolls by Alison's AllspiceI can’t believe how fast the summer has gone, school starts in only a few weeks! I had to share these smoked tofu summer rolls before summer is over.  They are a fresh, light meal that can be easily made without heating up your kitchen!

I like to use the smoked tofu in my summer rolls because it is already cooked.  You could probably use “raw” tofu straight out of the package, but the smoked tofu has better texture and it adds more flavor. Continue reading →

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Savory Fajita Steel Cut Oats

Posted on May 21, 2022 | Leave a comment

Savory Fajita Steel Cut Oats by Alison's AllspiceI have long read about savory oats, but it took me a long time to try them.  I was going through all the grains stashed in the back of the pantry, deciding what needed to be used first.  The steel cut oats were on the top of the list, and thus I made savory fajita steel cut oats!

The steel cut oats have a creamy texture in comparison to making a grain bowl with rice or quinoa.  Think of it like a polenta bowl instead, but made with wholesome oats. Continue reading →

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Lentil Quinoa Stuffed Pepper Stew

Posted on March 26, 2022 | Leave a comment

Lentil Quinoa Stuffed Pepper Stew by Alison's AllspiceOne of my favorite recipes to make for work lunches is my Italian lentil quinoa stuffed peppers.  It is a rather time consuming recipe to make.  You have to boil the quinoa, the lentils, assemble the peppers and bake for 50 minutes.  Quin Continue reading →

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Mushroom Farro Chili

Posted on February 12, 2022 | Leave a comment

Mushroom Farro Chili by Alison's AllspiceIt’s Superbowl weekend, and I cannot think of a better food to celebrate game day than a big bowl of hearty chili.  No two chili recipes are the same, and this mushroom farro chili is no different.  Meaty mushrooms and chewy farro take this veggie chili to the next level!

I made some variations to this chili recipe specifically because it incorporates mushrooms.  Mushrooms have a lot of umami (savory) flavor, so I wanted to overall flavor of the chili to be rich in umami as well. Continue reading →

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