3/4 cup brown rice — (uncooked)
non-stick cooking spray
2 cloves garlic — minced…

Coconut milk gives this rice a higher fat content but adds a depth of flavor that makes it a favorite special occasion side dish.

1 c millet
4 cups water…

2-3 Tablespoons water
1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion…

3 TBS sherry (or water or stock)
1 medium onion, chopped…

1 cup split red lentils
1/3 cup long grain rice (white or brown) (I used brown)…

1 cup re-hydrated TVP (I usually re-hydrate in veg. broth OR hot water with a couple of teaspoons of Poultry seasoning)
4 stalks celery, chopped…

1/2 c Onions, chopped
1/2 c Mushrooms, chopped …

1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup vermicelli, crushed…

I have modified a traditional Greek “cabbage rice” dish by adding curry and making it more delicious. This is a great way to get kids to eat cooked cabbage.

2 cups cooked bulghur
1 cup cooked soy beans…

Bibimbab (or bi bim bap) is a collection of several tasty foods arranged on top of a bowl of rice. Traditionally, beef would be one of the toppings and a fried egg would be placed over the rice. In this vegan version, I’ve replaced the beef with baked tofu and eliminated the egg. Also, I’ve reduced the oil and sodium in the toppings and tried to simplify what can be a complex dish to put together.

3 pounds pickling cucumbers, peeled
1 medium-sized onion, peeled…

Thick enough to be called a stew, this hearty soup is easy to prepare and cooks in a single pot. Add more water or stock if you wish to have a thinner soup.

Pilaf is a Middle Eastern term for a flavored rice mixture. If you prefer, you can use all bulgur wheat (and use 4 c. broth), or all rice (and use 3 c. broth), instead of a mixture.