Guest guest Posted January 12, 2007 Report Share Posted January 12, 2007 -Beth, When I first became a Vegetarian many yrs. ago I started by adapting my favorite recipes such as spaghetti and all types of sandwhiches. 'We' know that any recipe is easily adapted to Vegetarian but not easy for newbies. I would direct her to all of the wonderful organic sauces, soups, and deserts until she 'gets' the idea for herself. Your friend would probably like some of the hummus recipes for dipping. Finger food is fun and easy. I love 'scrambled hard tofu' with sauteed green peppers, onions and topped with a slice of fresh tomato. Beautiful breakfast..Everyone loves nuts including all the nut butters. Good source of protein. Congratulation to you for being such a caring friend. Smiles and hugs coming your way from Colorado Deanna -- In , Beth Renzetti <elmothree2000 wrote: > > A friend of mine decided to become vegetarian. I think she's been debating this for a long time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2007 Report Share Posted January 12, 2007 Of course check out the recipe files maybe print a couple favorites for her?. Good transitional foods include all of the veggie burgers, Quorn (fake chicken), boca sausage Barilla Pasta plus has more protein in it, hummus, nuts,... I used to worry about getting enough protein, but since I 've stopped worrying about it and realized most people eat too much protein I've been fine. veggies, grains, and fruits do contain some protein : ) , Beth Renzetti <elmothree2000 wrote: > > A friend of mine decided to become vegetarian. I think she's been debating this for a long time because whenever I yap on about what I made for dinner, she excitedly asks, " are you a vegetarian? " I asked her how her holidays went & she said she re-included chicken in her diet. She's having a hard time w/protein sources. Now, *I* know what's available but to a veggie newbie some of those options can be kind of scary & intimidating. One big problem is she doesn't like beans. She loves lentils. I've offered her all the recipes she wants but she doesn't know what she is looking for. (does that make sense?) Any brilliant ideas? I'm trying to just be supportive & not shoving ideas down her throat but like I said, she doesn't know what to ask for. And she doesn't spend time on the computer so I can't just send her here, lol. > > Beth > > > Beth > " The right adult at the right time can make an enormous difference. Many kids have a history of difficult, disappointing relationships and one good relationship--one person who is there for them--can make a huge difference. " > -Jean E. Rhodes Professor, Psychology at the University of Massachusetts in Boston. > > > > > > Don't pick lemons. > See all the new 2007 cars at Autos. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2007 Report Share Posted January 12, 2007 Beth, In the world of computers the recipes are endless but if she doesn't have the web like I didn't when I became a veggie I would encourage her to go to the library sign out all the veggie cookbooks she can and try them out. I remember signing out 25 cookbooks at a time it was awful but I learned more and tried new things. Also since you are a loving friend maybe you could print out some things for her in the files to try. I know so many people hate the " fakes " but it is a good start TVP is a good start tofu can be overwhelming to start off with. I have kids so we eat a lot of the ckn nuggets. My hubby doesn't like beans much so we do a lot of those things. I worried endlessly about protein but the truth is almost everything has some in it. Steph No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-go with Mail for Mobile. Get started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2007 Report Share Posted January 12, 2007 she really doesn't have to worry about protein if she eats vegetables. hugs, Chanda - Beth Renzetti Friday, January 12, 2007 10:08 AM ideas, please A friend of mine decided to become vegetarian. I think she's been debating this for a long time because whenever I yap on about what I made for dinner, she excitedly asks, " are you a vegetarian? " I asked her how her holidays went & she said she re-included chicken in her diet. She's having a hard time w/protein sources. Now, *I* know what's available but to a veggie newbie some of those options can be kind of scary & intimidating. One big problem is she doesn't like beans. She loves lentils. I've offered her all the recipes she wants but she doesn't know what she is looking for. (does that make sense?) Any brilliant ideas? I'm trying to just be supportive & not shoving ideas down her throat but like I said, she doesn't know what to ask for. And she doesn't spend time on the computer so I can't just send her here, lol. Beth Beth " The right adult at the right time can make an enormous difference. Many kids have a history of difficult, disappointing relationships and one good relationship--one person who is there for them--can make a huge difference. " -Jean E. Rhodes Professor, Psychology at the University of Massachusetts in Boston. Don't pick lemons. See all the new 2007 cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2007 Report Share Posted January 12, 2007 With as many different kinds of beans with distinct tastes, not liking beans is silly. It is all in her head and no recipe is going to change that. I bet she likes chilli and probably loved pork and beans as a kid. She can start with some pasta dishes, like spaggheti and omit the meat from her sauce and instead add about a cup of small black beans. With the spicy sauce, she willl hardly tast the beans. She can cook lentils so that they are soft, but not mushy and after refrigerating them, sprinkle them on a salad. Eggplant parmesan is wonderful, can be made vegan, and doesn't have a bean in it. There is an much useable protein in brocolli as there is in meat, so she can get a pretty balanced diet eating lots of brocolli and cabbage as long as she takes a b complex vitimin that includes vitimin B12. Katie in Alaska , Beth Renzetti <elmothree2000 wrote: > > A friend of mine decided to become vegetarian. I think she's been debating this for a long time because whenever I yap on about what I made for dinner, she excitedly asks, " are you a vegetarian? " I asked her how her holidays went & she said she re-included chicken in her diet. She's having a hard time w/protein sources. Now, *I* know what's available but to a veggie newbie some of those options can be kind of scary & intimidating. One big problem is she doesn't like beans. She loves lentils. I've offered her all the recipes she wants but she doesn't know what she is looking for. (does that make sense?) Any brilliant ideas? I'm trying to just be supportive & not shoving ideas down her throat but like I said, she doesn't know what to ask for. And she doesn't spend time on the computer so I can't just send her here, lol. > > Beth > > > Beth > " The right adult at the right time can make an enormous difference. Many kids have a history of difficult, disappointing relationships and one good relationship--one person who is there for them--can make a huge difference. " > -Jean E. Rhodes Professor, Psychology at the University of Massachusetts in Boston. > > > > > > Don't pick lemons. > See all the new 2007 cars at Autos. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2007 Report Share Posted January 12, 2007 Katie Where do you live in Alaska? I live in Wasilla. GB , " Katie " <COZYCATE wrote: > > With as many different kinds of beans with distinct tastes, not > liking beans is silly. It is all in her head and no recipe is going > to change that. I bet she likes chilli and probably loved pork and > beans as a kid. > She can start with some pasta dishes, like spaggheti and omit the > meat from her sauce and instead add about a cup of small black > beans. With the spicy sauce, she willl hardly tast the beans. > She can cook lentils so that they are soft, but not mushy and after > refrigerating them, sprinkle them on a salad. Eggplant parmesan is > wonderful, can be made vegan, and doesn't have a bean in it. > There is an much useable protein in brocolli as there is in meat, so > she can get a pretty balanced diet eating lots of brocolli and > cabbage as long as she takes a b complex vitimin that includes > vitimin B12. > Katie in Alaska Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2007 Report Share Posted January 13, 2007 You could go to the main page, click on files, click on recipes and print her out some. There are great recipes there!! Marilyn Daub mcdaub Vanceburg, KY My Cats Knead Me!! - Beth Renzetti Friday, January 12, 2007 10:08 AM ideas, please A friend of mine decided to become vegetarian. I think she's been debating this for a long time because whenever I yap on about what I made for dinner, she excitedly asks, " are you a vegetarian? " I asked her how her holidays went & she said she re-included chicken in her diet. She's having a hard time w/protein sources. Now, *I* know what's available but to a veggie newbie some of those options can be kind of scary & intimidating. One big problem is she doesn't like beans. She loves lentils. I've offered her all the recipes she wants but she doesn't know what she is looking for. (does that make sense?) Any brilliant ideas? I'm trying to just be supportive & not shoving ideas down her throat but like I said, she doesn't know what to ask for. And she doesn't spend time on the computer so I can't just send her here, lol. Beth Beth " The right adult at the right time can make an enormous difference. Many kids have a history of difficult, disappointing relationships and one good relationship--one person who is there for them--can make a huge difference. " -Jean E. Rhodes Professor, Psychology at the University of Massachusetts in Boston. Don't pick lemons. See all the new 2007 cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Thank you! genny_y2k <genny_y2k wrote: -Beth, When I first became a Vegetarian many yrs. ago I started by adapting my favorite recipes such as spaghetti and all types of sandwhiches. 'We' know that any recipe is easily adapted to Vegetarian but not easy for newbies. I would direct her to all of the wonderful organic sauces, soups, and deserts until she 'gets' the idea for herself. Your friend would probably like some of the hummus recipes for dipping. Finger food is fun and easy. I love 'scrambled hard tofu' with sauteed green peppers, onions and topped with a slice of fresh tomato. Beautiful breakfast..Everyone loves nuts including all the nut butters. Good source of protein. Congratulation to you for being such a caring friend. Smiles and hugs coming your way from Colorado Deanna Recent Activity 68 New Members 143 New Files Visit Your Group Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 it is still difficult to get past wanting a lump of protein on your plate. I've been printing like mad. She loves lentils but doesn't like beans because they look like waterbugs, lol. She WILL eat them pureed, tho. Thanks for the info! Beth Melissa <mapalicka wrote: Of course check out the recipe files maybe print a couple favorites for her?. Good transitional foods include all of the veggie burgers, Quorn (fake chicken), boca sausage, Barilla Pasta plus has more protein in it, hummus, nuts,... I used to worry about getting enough protein, but since I 've stopped worrying about it and realized most people eat too much protein I've been fine. veggies, grains, and fruits do contain some protein : ) Recent Activity 68 New Members 143 New Files Visit Your Group Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 The library is a very good idea because she is always there with her son who is a reading maniac. I just keep making suggestions & she does what she does with them! Thank you! Beth Steph <mrswalp29 wrote: go to the library sign out all the veggie cookbooks she can and try them out. I know so many people hate the " fakes " but it is a good start TVP is a good start tofu can be overwhelming to start off with. I have kids so we eat a lot of the ckn nuggets. Recent Activity 68 New Members 143 New Files Visit Your Group Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Yes there are! Thank you ~ Beth Marilyn Daub <mcdaub wrote: You could go to the main page, click on files, click on recipes and print her out some. There are great recipes there!! Recent Activity 78 New Members 143 New Files Visit Your Group Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 This is why so many enjoy the meat substitutes. It gives them that chewy satisfy protein and they can use it to make their favorite recipes still. It is healthy too. It also make the transitition so much easier for folks. The variety of your diet is much greater with these wonderful products. We love the Worhtington/Loma Linda ones http://www.kelloggs.com/brand/worthington/ and Morningstar Farms , because they are close to the look and taste of the meat( meat which I have NEVER EATEN) but enough different that they don't gross you out. Some so closely look like the real thing that I couldn't eat them. We usually eat the ones I mentioned above daily for at least one meal. They are so much cheaper than any meat product and so much healthier. BTW www.amazon.com carries lots of their canned product and offers free shipping. I like them being canned, because of the long shelf life, if I want to buy in bulk. It is cheaper to buy by the case. Enjoy, Judy - Beth Renzetti Thursday, January 18, 2007 8:23 PM Re: Re: ideas, please it is still difficult to get past wanting a lump of protein on your plate. Beth . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2007 Report Share Posted January 21, 2007 Hi there, fellow Alaskan. I live in Anchorage, in the Hillside area. I have lived in Alaska for almost 60 years now. How about you? I have a small organic garden and greenhouse running in the summer. Katie in Alaska - In , " Guru K " <greatyoga wrote: > > Katie > > Where do you live in Alaska? I live in Wasilla. > > GB > > , " Katie " <COZYCATE@> wrote: > > > > With as many different kinds of beans with distinct tastes, not > > liking beans is silly. It is all in her head and no recipe is going > > to change that. I bet she likes chilli and probably loved pork and > > beans as a kid. > > She can start with some pasta dishes, like spaggheti and omit the > > meat from her sauce and instead add about a cup of small black > > beans. With the spicy sauce, she willl hardly tast the beans. > > She can cook lentils so that they are soft, but not mushy and after > > refrigerating them, sprinkle them on a salad. Eggplant parmesan is > > wonderful, can be made vegan, and doesn't have a bean in it. > > There is an much useable protein in brocolli as there is in meat, so > > she can get a pretty balanced diet eating lots of brocolli and > > cabbage as long as she takes a b complex vitimin that includes > > vitimin B12. > > Katie in Alaska > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2007 Report Share Posted January 21, 2007 Katie, I moved from LA to Anchorage in 1983 and lived 1 mile up Rabbit Creek Rd. We moved to the Valley in 1992 and live out 8 miles out Knik Goose Bay Rd. We have a pretty good chickweed garden interspaced with dandelions in the yard. GB , " Katie " <cozycate wrote: > > Hi there, fellow Alaskan. I live in Anchorage, in the Hillside > area. I have lived in Alaska for almost 60 years now. How about > you? I have a small organic garden and greenhouse running in the > summer. > Katie in Alaska Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2007 Report Share Posted January 21, 2007 I have the most magnificent batch of dandilions that I decided the only thing to do with them it eat them. I need to wait another year, though because I recently bought the house and don't know what kinds of pesticides and weed killers were used before I bought it. My mom used to make dandilion wine. I think I will try it. Katie Guru K <greatyoga wrote: Katie, I moved from LA to Anchorage in 1983 and lived 1 mile up Rabbit Creek Rd. We moved to the Valley in 1992 and live out 8 miles out Knik Goose Bay Rd. We have a pretty good chickweed garden interspaced with dandelions in the yard. GB , " Katie " <cozycate wrote: > > Hi there, fellow Alaskan. I live in Anchorage, in the Hillside > area. I have lived in Alaska for almost 60 years now. How about > you? I have a small organic garden and greenhouse running in the > summer. > Katie in Alaska The fish are biting. Get more visitors on your site using Search Marketing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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