Mushroom lentil loaf

 https://www.makingthymeforhealth.com/mushroom-lentil-loaf/

I always struggle to find something to eat with mashed potatoes and for me, lentil loaf is a no- brainer. The rest of the family has other thoughts though.

This recipe turned out pretty good and only one gave it a thumbs down. The other two asked for second helpings, so I take it as a good sign.

In terms of content I made a few substitutions and left some other things out because I didn't read the recipe that closely.

I threw all the veggies and (eventually) the nuts in the food processor to get the pieces small. I find it makes for a better texture.

I reduced the carrots to 2, skipped the bread crumbs to make it gluten free, skipped the sunflower seeds and toasted the walnuts, and skipped the balsamic glaze for preference.

I used 2 tablespoons of ground flax. I mixed the ground flax into the sauteed veggies so I didn't need to add more water.

I used a mix of red lentils and split mung dal because that's what I had on hand. I didn't need to smash them after cooking since they just broke down.

After everything was precooked, I mixed it together with the chickpea flour and put it into two loaf pans that were coated with olive oil.

I didn't use as many herbs as the recipe called for and it definitely needed more flavor. So I will add more next time.

Also could do to add some more salt and pepper.

Overall, this will be my new go to lentil loaf recipe and I even have in the freezer for later.

Potato Waffles

 I made this for dinner when everyone else was having regular flour waffles.

https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/220890/potato-waffles/

I used chives in place of onions, garlic powder instead of fresh, and arrowroot flour instead of wheat.

I think they turned out great!

Falafel using canned beans

 https://minimalistbaker.com/easy-vegan-falafel/#wprm-recipe-container-35557

Made this for A&C. Used half mint and half cilantro. Omitted the ground coriander cause I couldn't find it. I didn't need any flour either.

I just made the balls and put them in a container to freeze 

GF latkes

 https://lexiscleankitchen.com/gluten-free-classic-potato-latkes/#wprm-recipe-container-497415

Thai green curry

 I made this a couple times with a green curry paste I found at the Asian market. I'm not sure if I will be able to find it again, but I will try.

The first time I used tempeh, but E doesn't really like it. I didn't care for it either. I've read that if it's steamed it might be better. I'll have to try that next time. The second time I used tofu and it turned out much better.

Each time I used half of the can.

https://www.passmesometasty.com/thai-style-tempeh-green-curry/#tasty-recipes-7359

Strawberry ice cream

 https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/recipe-strawberry-ice-cream/

R really likes strawberry ice cream and milk. We got an entire half gallon of strawberry milk, so I used some to make ice cream. It turned out pretty good! I definitely need to remember to start the ice cream machine before pouring in the liquid.

New baby Freezer meals

I made some freezer meals for A&C

 Vegan baked pasta 

https://www.noracooks.com/vegan-baked-ziti/#wprm-recipe-container-1613

Vegan black bean and zucchini enchiladas 

I sorta winged it but I used these two recipes as a guide 

Filling -https://www.veggieinspired.com/black-bean-zucchini-vegan-enchiladas/#recipe

I used a whole onion, but probably could have used a half, also 3 garlic cloves, a roasted red pepper added cumin and oregano after sauteing the onions and garlic. I also sprinkled a tablespoon of nutritional yeast.

Sauce - https://pinchofyum.com/5-minute-blender-enchilada-sauce

Used some regular chili powder and chipotle chili powder, along with a little cumin and oregano.

Maple Brown sugar cookies

 https://www.rabbitandwolves.com/wprm_print/16084

Made these for A&C. I originally wanted to make plain sugar cookies, but they were out of white sugar, so I pivoted to this. I left out the nuts in the cookies and didn't bother with the frosting. They both seem to like them, so I'll call it a win. 

Slow Cooker White beans

https://alexandracooks.com/2015/01/15/slow-cooker-gigante-beans-tomatoes-pancetta/

Since my family doesn't like beans, I brought the fancy Royal Corona beans to A&C's. I followed the recipe and added some roasted red peppers, because they have a huge Costco jar on hand. I also threw in a pinch of nutritional yeast for a vegan cheesy flavor. We ate this over some brown rice. It turned out great!

Update using an instant pot. I started with 28 minutes on high, but needed to add  5 more minutes as well as cooking on saute to reduce down the liquid. Or instead, use less water to start with. I think the red peppers added a lot of flavor, so I will try to include it next time. I have another 1/2 pound of royal Corona beans to use.

2nd time making it in the IP. 32 min on HP, NR. Used some red peppers. 3 cups of water instead of the 4 and fresh tomatoes from the garden. Since I had so many tomatoes, I could have used less water still. Though the beans weren't done yet either. After the NR, I did slow cook on hi for 4 hours. It was still more watery than I wanted, so I put it on saute to reduce the liquid by about 2 cups. The beans kept cooking through the remaining time and were perfect.

Gluten free blueberry bread

 Made this for A, C, and myself. It was really delicious!

https://www.theconsciousplantkitchen.com/healthy-blueberry-bread/#wprm-recipe-container-30274