The Gentle Chef Complete Recipe Index
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Falafel
Falafel is a small, deep-fried patty made from ground chickpeas and a blend of herbs and spices. For my own signature version, I also incorporate ground split peas (which is optional) and season with my own blend of spices. Falafel is a traditional Arabic food,...
Three Bean Salad with Cumin-Scented Vinaigrette
Fresh cooked green beans, mukimame (shelled edamame aka green soybeans), chickpeas and sliced onion are tossed with a light and refreshing cumin-scented vinaigrette. Ingredients: • 1 lb. fresh green beans, ends trimmed • 1 lb. frozen mukimame (shelled edamame) • 1 can...
Marshmallow Creme
Yes, you heard correctly, sweet and gooey marshmallow creme without using egg whites. The secret ingredient to this deliciously spreadable confection is Versawhip 600K™, which is a modified form of soy protein. Versawhip 600K™ will need to be purchased through the...
Chocolate Cashew Milk or Hot Cocoa
Kids will love this and your “inner child” will love it too. This recipe yields 4 cups or 1 quart of the finest chocolate cashew milk or hot cocoa. Chocolate cashew milk has a brief refrigerator storage life, so consume within 3 to 4 days (this has never been an issue...
Hasselback Potatoes
Named after the Stockholm restaurant that first introduced them, Hasselback potatoes have been adopted widely by other European cuisines. Ingredients: • Yukon gold or russet potatoes • 1 T Better Butter (from either of my cookbooks) for each potato (or substitute with...
Tofu Scramble Seasoning Blend
When preparing tofu scrambles, achieving the ideal balance of color and flavor can often be tricky. This blend will alleviate the guesswork for you; and if you prepare tofu scrambles frequently, then this seasoning blend will be a timesaver in your morning breakfast...
Rose Ice Cream (Cashew Base)
The heavenly floral fragrance and flavor of roses is perfectly captured in this rather unusual frozen confection. In Persian cuisine, this ice cream treat, called “Bastani”, also contains saffron and toasted chopped pistachios. However, I’ve kept the recipe simple and...
Bacun Bits
This recipe yields 1 cup of deliciously sweet, salty and smoky vegan bacon bits, which are ideal for topping salads or eggless egg recipes, such as omelettes, scrambles or vegan deviled "eggs". However, these crispy bits are not recommended for prolonged cooking in...
Cilantro Pepita (Pumpkin Seed) Salad Dressing
A creamy dressing with a South of the Border taste; its’ beautiful pale green color and fresh herbal flavor will brighten up any green salad. Anaheim green chilies are very mild; if necessary, canned green chilies can be substituted for fresh. Ingredients: • 2 medium...
Chilled Cucumber Buttermilk Soup
This cooling and refreshing signature raw soup is perfect for serving on a hot Summer day. It's also rich in nutrients and probiotics which are beneficial for maintaining a healthy digestive system. Ingredients: • 2 large cucumbers • ¼ cup chopped sweet yellow onion •...