tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post356590123444860349..comments2024-03-21T06:38:13.673-04:00Comments on Vegan Epicurean: Getting Ready for the Holidays and Mexican Flavored Mushroom Barley SoupVegan Epicureanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08203676819322299569noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-40424471365238567502010-10-28T09:31:12.736-04:002010-10-28T09:31:12.736-04:00Laura,
It sounds like you have a sweet tooth like...Laura,<br /><br />It sounds like you have a sweet tooth like Dan. He loves sweet oatmeal with nuts which was what he had this morning again. <br /><br />Yay for making fresh juice most days that is wonderful. I believe it is a great way to get additional vitamins, minerals and calories.<br /><br />Thanks for letting me know you can acess the archives of the show on NPR. I never listen to the radio so I hadn't heard of it. I guess that is what happens when you do you best not to drive. At home I use Pandora to play music on the TV. I love jazz thanks for pointing me to the NPR program.<br /><br />It is crazy warm here too. This morning it was upper 60's when we got up and is supposed to go into the upper 70's today. Hard to believe it is the end of Oct. Our rain stopped I hope yours ends soon too.<br /><br />AliVegan Epicureanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08203676819322299569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-55849403752969612532010-10-28T06:59:24.124-04:002010-10-28T06:59:24.124-04:00Good morning! I just finished my yummy bowl of oat...Good morning! I just finished my yummy bowl of oatmeal. I cooked the oats for 2 minutes, then stirred in frozen blueberries, cinnamon and walnuts and cooked for another minute, then stirred in a tiny squirt of honey and a little almond milk. I was going to save half of it for tomorrow, but somehow it disappeared on me! Last week I tried two versions of savory oatmeal...it was okay, but not something I'd want very often. My version with spring onions is definitely not a keeper, at least for breakfast!<br /><br />I've been meaning to thank you for inspiring me to get out my old juicer. I've been making fresh juice 4-5 times a week and my husband and I really enjoy it. I don't make nearly the volume that you do, so it only takes a few minutes plus cleanup.<br /><br />I'm glad Jessica reminded me of the Splendid Table, a show I don't catch very often on NPR. I just went to the website and found their archives. NPR has so much great listening material on the web. If you like jazz, Marian McPartland's show is fabulous.<br /><br />Have a great day. I'm loving this warm weather, even if it's rainy.Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12379691796502650236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-37288301313530807702010-10-27T20:26:57.547-04:002010-10-27T20:26:57.547-04:00Jessica,
Thanks so much for the clarification. I ...Jessica,<br /><br />Thanks so much for the clarification. I will see if I can catch Splendid Table on NPR and will look for the book. :-)<br /><br />AliVegan Epicureanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08203676819322299569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-33004786493180669042010-10-27T20:22:08.959-04:002010-10-27T20:22:08.959-04:00Oh, I will try to go lighter on the barley next ti...Oh, I will try to go lighter on the barley next time. I like the broth and mushrooms best anyway. <br /><br />The Splendid Table is a show on NPR about cooking and food, and the host is really knowledgeable and I enjoy what she has to say as well as her interviews each week. How to Eat Supper is her cooking book (more than just recipes). My comment was pretty unclear; I was in a hurry to post and eat my own supper.Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14917367078025519399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-66737554227044415912010-10-27T19:55:41.288-04:002010-10-27T19:55:41.288-04:00Jessica,
You actually named two books that I don&...Jessica,<br /><br />You actually named two books that I don't have, they must be vegan. My omni books far outweigh my vegan books. Thanks for the suggestion though I will check to see if my library has them. I really like "The Professional Chef" which is the textbook for the CIA. That one could keep me busy for years. I haven't found it too difficult to make vegan versions from most omni dishes so far.<br /><br />The barley soup worked fine as a leftover but I intentionally went light on the barley. It sounds like yours was thicker than mine when it went into the frig. It also helps to just cook the barley until it is tender (about 45 minutes max). If you cook it a long time that could also have been a reason for the mush factor. I hope that makes sense.<br /><br />AliVegan Epicureanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08203676819322299569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-22995232754166903952010-10-27T19:47:47.913-04:002010-10-27T19:47:47.913-04:00Laura,
I actually have three grocery stores that ...Laura,<br /><br />I actually have three grocery stores that I can walk to but this one is my favorite. Being able to walk to so many places is one of my favorite things about where we live. If it weren't for Wegman's and Costco I would drive very little. I dislike driving and avoid it whenever possible.<br /><br />I parcook the oatmeal, then I stir in the spices and frozen berries and give it a stir and finish cooking. When it is finished I add the ground flaxseeds. It takes under 5 minutes start to finish. You know I like those fast breakfast things since I am so busy making fresh juice. ;-)<br /><br />The Mexican flavored mushroom barley was a big hit it is already gone. I thought I made enough for at least 2 days but apparently not.<br /><br />Glad I could help with spice combinations. I like the idea of the using soybeans in there. The black soybeans would be particularly nice since they would mimic black turtle beans.<br /><br />AliVegan Epicureanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08203676819322299569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-86890151819039379882010-10-27T19:42:49.740-04:002010-10-27T19:42:49.740-04:00Brandi,
It looks like a grocery store inside, but...Brandi,<br /><br />It looks like a grocery store inside, but I will take pics of the inside of the lobby area which is interesting.<br /><br />I change my Christmas notebook every year too it isn't just you. Clearly we both need help, LOL. Birds of a feather and all that. ;-)<br /><br />AliVegan Epicureanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08203676819322299569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-20397442342300620342010-10-27T19:41:21.119-04:002010-10-27T19:41:21.119-04:00That's very interesting - but not really surpr...That's very interesting - but not really surprising - to hear that you have a large cookbook collection. I mainly use vegan cookbooks, but I like other sources of non-vegan information on food. I really like The Splendid Table and I also have How to Eat Supper. <br /><br />Do you find that your barley soup works well for your intentional leftovers? I made some recently and it was good the first night, but the leftover barley soaked up all the liquid and it turned to mush and jelly.Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14917367078025519399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-79764347076543250592010-10-27T19:40:27.285-04:002010-10-27T19:40:27.285-04:00Courtney,
I agree completely. I taught myself to ...Courtney,<br /><br />I agree completely. I taught myself to cook using "Mastering the Art of French Cooking" and "The New York Times Cookbook". Since my mother always hated cooking I wasn't going to learn from her. Also I think you learn as much from the bombs as you do the wins. The alternative is you end up like my mother 81 and still unable to cook well. *shakes head*<br /><br />Today's appt has resulted in another appt. I really need an appt break. *sigh*<br /><br />talk to you later,<br />AliVegan Epicureanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08203676819322299569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-41319463805272810402010-10-27T19:31:39.523-04:002010-10-27T19:31:39.523-04:00What a nice looking store! You're lucky to be...What a nice looking store! You're lucky to be able to walk...I get so tired of driving everywhere.<br /><br />I've been meaning to ask, do you defrost the berries and add them to the cooked oatmeal? Or put everything in a bowl and microwave it all together?<br /><br />The barley soup sounds good, I think I'll make something like that tomorrow. I've learned so many new ingredient combinations by reading your blog. Using dried mushrooms has been particularly effective, as is trying different grains, spices and beans. I'm still working on getting more whole soy into our diet...maybe I'll put some soybeans into tomorrow's concoction!Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12379691796502650236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-17277418408656321482010-10-27T10:04:03.248-04:002010-10-27T10:04:03.248-04:00I have been eating brazil nuts for years, I had re...I have been eating brazil nuts for years, I had read somewhere years ago how good they are for you. Will you take pictures of the inside of the supermarket? It is very interesting to me that it is in such a large building! I have a notebook for Christmas too, while it is not full of decorating idea's, it is full of Christmas dinner planning, presents, wrapping paper idea's (I change it every year with a theme, I know, I know) and of course the family and friend lists for presents and then the mailing list for cards, I buy a year ahead and address them so I can just send a little message and sign them. I am such a goof<br />:)crunchyveganwifelifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06486855455879424793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-46179194345156084312010-10-27T08:32:22.473-04:002010-10-27T08:32:22.473-04:00I think it is so funny when people say I am a &quo...I think it is so funny when people say I am a "good cook/baker" and that they "can't cook". I always tell them that if they can read, they can cook! It isn't that hard to follow a recipe, and then once you have made a few successful dishes you will start to branch off with your own ideas etc. <br /><br />I hope your appts go well today and that you had a nice evening last night :-)<br /><br />CourtneyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-44559900833553057002010-10-26T22:36:44.298-04:002010-10-26T22:36:44.298-04:00Heather,
I stared doing that a few years ago to k...Heather,<br /><br />I stared doing that a few years ago to keep track of recipe ideas and it worked so well I expanded it. I should have guessed that would be right up your alley. ;-)<br /><br />AliVegan Epicureanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08203676819322299569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3790414766945352054.post-39538062269944965552010-10-26T21:04:51.816-04:002010-10-26T21:04:51.816-04:00I love that you have a Christmas binder ;-)I love that you have a Christmas binder ;-)Heather Iacobacci-Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14049797586960775747noreply@blogger.com