Fudgy Vegan Brownies

I found this recipe in the cookbook Forks Over Knives.

Ingredients

3 ounces extra firm silken tofu drained

1/3 c pitted prunes, stems removed (I used raisins because I didn't have prunes)

1/2 cup plant based milk, heated ( I used rice drink)

3/4 c 100% maple syrup

1/2 cup plus 2 T unsweetened cocoa powder

3/4 c hot water, but not boiling

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

1 cup flour (your choice) I used soy flour

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 c walnuts roughly chopped (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.  Use non-stick 8x8 baking pan.

Put tofu, prunes, hot plant-based milk in the blender,  add maple syrup.  

Mix cocoa powder and hot water in a separate bowl.

 Mix tofu mixture and cocoa mixture together.  Add vanilla.

Add flour, baking soda and salt.

Fold in walnuts,

 Bake for 17-20 minutes.  The top should set and be firm to the touch.  Let cool for  20 minutes. Cut and serve.  Makes 12 brownies.

You can make the Chocolatey Tofu Mousse and put it on top!

Chocolatey Tofu Mousse

• 1 package Westsoy(any brand works) soft tofu (14 oz)
• 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 c dark chocolate chips (I used Ghiradelli bittersweet chocolate chips 60% cacao)
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 4 T milk of choice (I used rice milk)
• pinch salt
• 2 T honey or agave nectar

Melt the chocolate, either on the stove or in the microwave. Put everything into the food processor or blender and blend until super-smooth.  If its grainy, keep blending.  Refrigerate 1 hour and serve.  (Serves 2-4)

I found the foundational recipe on the internet but I changed it so much it's not worth giving you the link. :)

Perfect Grilled Cajun Chicken

Super Easy!

IF you have a double sided grill meaning two flame sources here are the directions.

If you have one I'll include those below.Of course, if you don't know how to use a grill you will have to have someone teach you.

Directions.

Sprinkle seasoning on chicken.

Start with medium heat on left.

Sear for 6 minutes.

Flip over for 4 min.  same place.

Then the same side or second side slide over to the right.

Turn left side on high.

Turn right side on off.  Cook for 20 minutes.

Done!

One heat source.

Start with hot coals ready to cook meat.

Sear for 6 minutes on one side.

Flip over for 4 min.

Turn chicken over.

Cook for 20 minutes.

Of course, check periodically. All grills vary and I don't want you to burn your chicken.  Think of it as your time for meditation. Your chicken is done when the meat thermometer says 160 degrees or if you cut into the chicken and it's not pink anymore. :)

Refreshing Carrotapple Smoothie

This drink has alot of fiber, water, vitamins and sunshine!

Ingredients

2 carrots peeled and chopped

1 large green apple or the apple of your choice , cored and chopped

cold water as needed

1 Tablespoon lemon juice fresh or bottled

Directions

Throw into a blender and press blend!

Enjoy!

16 Bean Ground Turkey and Chorizo Chili

Ingredients
1 pound dried bean mix wth seasonings.
1 onion, chopped
1 cup celery sliced
2 carrots sliced
6 chicken bouillon cubes
1 can (15 ounces) low sodium diced tomatoes
1/2 tsp black pepper
6 cups water
1/2 pound ground turkey
1 package Trader Joe's soy chorizo or substitute real chorizo
salt to taste

Directions
Follow directions on dried bean package.
In large pot, combine ingredients.  Bring to a boil and simmer for 1 hour.

Watermelon Popsicles

Ingredients
Watermelon
Directions
Cut pink part of watermelon off of rind.
Put in blender or food processor.
Blend until pureed.
Pour into popsicle mold.
Add popsicle handles.
Freeze.
Eat!

Cool Green Drink

Super Easy! Super Tasty!


Just blend all of these ingredients:
1 large cucumber
1 green apple
1 handful (cup)fresh basil
1 handful (cup)fresh mint
2 handfuls(cups) fresh spinach

1 T. lemon or lime juice-fresh if you have the time to squeeze a lemon or lime
fresh ginger to taste
water as needed
Add a sprig of mint or basil on top.  Yum!