Guest guest Posted June 27, 2006 Report Share Posted June 27, 2006 I had a toddler (now she's ten). Introducing some foods (nuts, peanuts, wheat, dairy, citrus, egg yolk, strawberries off the top of my head) before baby turns one can lead to food allergies. if you give the toddler a lump of tofu, he'll play with it and eat some (be sure to get organic, unless the tofu is labeled " non-gmo " ). we eat cashew butter; much yummier than almond. there are lots of other ways to increase protein: pastas should be whole wheat or brown rice. quesadillas made with whole wheat tortillas, smashed beans and cheese are tasty. we used to buy the yves tofu pups; they are not particularly healthy, though. most large grocery stores have " health food " sections that should have some whole food options. there are tons of cookbooks for vegetarian babies and children - your cousin should visit her library to see what is on the shelves. Robin kcmendola <KCMendola wrote: Hello - My cousin (who is not veg) is having a hard time feeding her 18 month old. He is currently being tested for food allergies. So far, they know he's allergic to peanuts. He doesn't want to eat meat. He likes pasta, yogurt, veggies... She asked me for ideas on how to " sneak " some tofu into his meals. She also asked if I had any recommendations for soy hot dogs... She was planning on ordering almond butter online which would cost close to $20!! so I told her she should make her own nutbutters... Any experience with any of this? Any tips or ideas? Hot dog brands, how to make nutbutters, recipes that tofu can be included in without him noticing? lol I thought all you need to do is stick some almonds in a blend or processor and maybe add a little oil if need, but really wasn't much help. Her son's favorite meal is broccoli and pasta so I told her to mash some tofu with broccoli before adding it to his pasta..... I'd *love* to be able to help her out and have her experience some tasty veg things. (the soynut butter she tried not long ago did *not* go over well) lol {sigh} It seems a lot harder to really try and substitute a meat product or something when that's what you're used to instead of a whole other dish that's tasty. Her husband certainly wouldn't want a " bean ball " or " wheat meat " instead of meatballs on his pasta, but he may really enjoy a lasagne or something with burger crumbles added in.... Anyway.. I'd appreciate any help. ~Kort Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 27, 2006 Report Share Posted June 27, 2006 Like Robyn said, with little people you do have to watch the allergic reactions....I have a friend who is vegan but she does give her daughter some dairy products, but really limits her soy, tofu, veggie dog intake becasue of the possible allergies that can happen with early soy exposure. If he is allergic to peanuts, they may have to be careful with other nuts. Baby books would be the best way to be safe on this...another thought is to go the old fashion route of combining foods to get a " complete protein. " beans with rice, and ,...I can't remember what else works together,... good luck, melissa p> > kcmendola <KCMendola wrote: > Hello - > > My cousin (who is not veg) is having a hard time feeding her 18 month old. He is currently > being tested for food allergies. So far, they know he's allergic to peanuts. He doesn't > want to eat meat. He likes pasta, yogurt, veggies... > She asked me for ideas on how to " sneak " some tofu into his meals. She also asked if I > had any recommendations for soy hot dogs... She was planning on ordering almond > butter online which would cost close to $20!! so I told her she should make her own > nutbutters... > > Any experience with any of this? Any tips or ideas? Hot dog brands, how to make > nutbutters, recipes that tofu can be included in without him noticing? lol > > I thought all you need to do is stick some almonds in a blend or processor and maybe add > a little oil if need, but really wasn't much help. Her son's favorite meal is broccoli and > pasta so I told her to mash some tofu with broccoli before adding it to his pasta..... > > I'd *love* to be able to help her out and have her experience some tasty veg things. (the > soynut butter she tried not long ago did *not* go over well) lol {sigh} It seems a lot > harder to really try and substitute a meat product or something when that's what you're > used to instead of a whole other dish that's tasty. Her husband certainly wouldn't want a > " bean ball " or " wheat meat " instead of meatballs on his pasta, but he may really enjoy a > lasagne or something with burger crumbles added in.... > > Anyway.. I'd appreciate any help. ~Kort > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 27, 2006 Report Share Posted June 27, 2006 Another thought, since he likes pasta (assuming he's not allergic to wheat) Barilla Plus is higher in protein because it is made with lentils and chickpeas (along with wheat)...which are other ideas...hummus is a good protein source, lentils and rice,... I don't know if a toddler would eat those things? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 27, 2006 Report Share Posted June 27, 2006 my daughter started eating hommus at that age. my sister would complain that instead of sweet baby breath she always had garlic breath Melissa <mapalicka wrote: Another thought, since he likes pasta (assuming he's not allergic to wheat) Barilla Plus is higher in protein because it is made with lentils and chickpeas (along with wheat)...which are other ideas...hummus is a good protein source, lentils and rice,... I don't know if a toddler would eat those things? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 27, 2006 Report Share Posted June 27, 2006 Kort, If you make almond butter, I would suggest using only blanched almonds. Just boil them in water and peel them. Put them in a food processor with a little oil and puree. almond skins tend to make people old and amke their skin look like a wrinkly almond skin. Almond skins are only good for menstruating women and just after a woman gives birth to tighten the internal organs. GB , " kcmendola " <KCMendola wrote: > > Hello - > > My cousin (who is not veg) is having a hard time feeding her 18 month old. He is currently > being tested for food allergies. So far, they know he's allergic to peanuts. He doesn't > want to eat meat. He likes pasta, yogurt, veggies... > She asked me for ideas on how to " sneak " some tofu into his meals. She also asked if I > had any recommendations for soy hot dogs... She was planning on ordering almond > butter online which would cost close to $20!! so I told her she should make her own > nutbutters... > > Any experience with any of this? Any tips or ideas? Hot dog brands, how to make > nutbutters, recipes that tofu can be included in without him noticing? lol > > I thought all you need to do is stick some almonds in a blend or processor and maybe add > a little oil if need, but really wasn't much help. Her son's favorite meal is broccoli and > pasta so I told her to mash some tofu with broccoli before adding it to his pasta..... > > I'd *love* to be able to help her out and have her experience some tasty veg things. (the > soynut butter she tried not long ago did *not* go over well) lol {sigh} It seems a lot > harder to really try and substitute a meat product or something when that's what you're > used to instead of a whole other dish that's tasty. Her husband certainly wouldn't want a > " bean ball " or " wheat meat " instead of meatballs on his pasta, but he may really enjoy a > lasagne or something with burger crumbles added in.... > > Anyway.. I'd appreciate any help. ~Kort > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 16, 2009 Report Share Posted February 16, 2009 Hi All, I am planning a running movie get together for about 8-10 friends. I did it once before and had two stews available- vegetarian and non-vegetarian. I was the only eater of the vegetarian stew. I think seitan stew may have been a little too off the beaten path, LOL. So for my next party, I wanted to offer something more mainstream that's filling and vegetarian. It's a lunchtime party. Does anyone have any ideas? It should be something that doesn't have to be exact in amounts since there are always some maybes. Thanks, JoEllen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 16, 2009 Report Share Posted February 16, 2009 JoEllen, what about the cashew chili recipe I posted a few weeks ago? Heather There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle. --Albert Einstein ________________________________ jocameron350 <joellencameron Monday, February 16, 2009 11:50:25 AM Looking for ideas Hi All, I am planning a running movie get together for about 8-10 friends. I did it once before and had two stews available- vegetarian and non-vegetarian. I was the only eater of the vegetarian stew. I think seitan stew may have been a little too off the beaten path, LOL. So for my next party, I wanted to offer something more mainstream that's filling and vegetarian. It's a lunchtime party. Does anyone have any ideas? It should be something that doesn't have to be exact in amounts since there are always some maybes. Thanks, JoEllen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Thanks, Heather. That's a great idea. JoEllen , Heather Butler <hawaiihmb wrote: > > JoEllen, what about the cashew chili recipe I posted a few weeks ago? > > Heather > > There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle. > --Albert Einstein > > > > > ________________________________ > jocameron350 <joellencameron > > Monday, February 16, 2009 11:50:25 AM > Looking for ideas > > > Hi All, > > I am planning a running movie get together for about 8-10 > friends. I did it once before and had two stews available- > vegetarian and non-vegetarian. I was the only eater of the > vegetarian stew. I think seitan stew may have been a little too > off the beaten path, LOL. So for my next party, I wanted to offer > something more mainstream that's filling and vegetarian. > > It's a lunchtime party. Does anyone have any ideas? It should be > something that doesn't have to be exact in amounts since there > are always some maybes. > > Thanks, > JoEllen > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Yummmm, seitan stew. I'd eat some! How'bout: Veggie chili Veggie lasagna Hearty veggie soup (w/beans, lentils/split peas...?) A hearty quiche or frittata (with veggies & potatoes) All of these make great leftovers. <smile> Cinzia , " jocameron350 " <joellencameron wrote: > > Hi All, > > I am planning a running movie get together for about 8-10 > friends. I did it once before and had two stews available- > vegetarian and non-vegetarian. I was the only eater of the > vegetarian stew. I think seitan stew may have been a little too > off the beaten path, LOL. So for my next party, I wanted to offer > something more mainstream that's filling and vegetarian. > > It's a lunchtime party. Does anyone have any ideas? It should be > something that doesn't have to be exact in amounts since there > are always some maybes. > > Thanks, > JoEllen > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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