Amy's Happy Tummy

A recipe everyone will love whether they're vegetarian or not. They are hearty, flavorful, and pretty simple to make. Ingredients: 1/2 cup breadcrumbs  1/4 cup unsweetened soy milk 2 flax eggs, see notes 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp salt 2 (12 ounce) packages Morningstar Farms or Gardein crumbles (about 2 1/2 cups per package - see notes) 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 3 tbsp chopped Italian flat leaf parsley optional 1/4 cup gluten flour Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line with parchment paper or baking mat. In a large bowl (or the bowl of a stand mixer), add the burger crumbles and finely chopped onion. Mix them together, and now add all other ingredients. Mix everything together very well until combined. Let sit 10 minutes.  Use a cookie scoop or hands to scoop a small portion of the meatball mixture and roll gently into balls. They don't have to be perfectly round. You can make them a bit larger or smaller.  Arrange the meatballs on the prepared pa...

This is one of my favorite, easy to throw together, nutritious breakfasts! It's colorful and tasty all at the same time. It's one of those recipes that you can take camping, make ahead of time, or throw together quickly when you're in a hurry. Ingredients: 5 cup rolled oats 1 can crushed pineapple or tidbits in 100% juice, with juice 1 can mandarin oranges 3-4 C fresh, frozen, or canned fruit, any kind*  1-2 C or more 100% juice - any flavor** Chopped nuts, optional when serving Instructions: Mix together the oats, fruit, and juice. Let sit for 30 minutes before serving or eat right away.  You can make this ahead and put it in the refrigerator overnight.   Optional: Top with nuts when you are ready to eat. This recipe is very versatile! Really any fruit, any juice, any nuts. Add anything, subtract anything.  If you like it mushier, then you just add a bit more juice. Notes: *We love sliced grapes, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc. ** We love using Bol...

If you’re looking for a dairy-free dessert that doesn’t sacrifice flavor or texture, this vegan cheesecake is a great one to have on hand. It’s creamy, lightly sweet, and made with easy ingredients that come together into a dessert everyone will enjoy! You can top it with any of your favorite fresh fruit or fruit sauces. Ingredients: 9-in graham cracker crust 8 oz vegan cream cheese (softened)  1 cup firm or silken tofu (drained well)  1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup)  1/4 cup apple juice concentrate 2-3 tbsp lemon juice 1-2 tsp vanilla extract 2 tbsp cornstarch Pinch of salt Instructions: In a blender or food processor, combine vegan cream cheese, tofu, honey, apple juice concentrate, lemon juice, vanilla, cornstarch, and salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy (no lumps). Pour filling over the cooled crust. Smooth the top. Bake at 325°F (160°c) for 40-50 minutes. Center should be slightly jiggly but set around edges. Let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate a...

Just a few simple ingredients will create one of the most beloved biscuits from Australia and New Zealand, and we love them! ANZAC biscuits are known for their rich golden syrup flavor, satisfying texture, and meaningful history as they are traditionally associated with World War I and Anzac Day in Australia and New Zealand. Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup shredded or desiccated coconut 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup butter 2 tbsp golden syrup (can substitute with honey) 1/2 tsp baking soda 2 tbsp hot water Instructions: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix together: oats, flour, coconut, sugar.  In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter with the golden syrup until smooth. In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the hot water. Add this mixture to the melted butter mixture (it will foam up a little—that’s normal). Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir unt...

Mediterranean lentils stacks are so nutritious and so flavorful! Your tummy will be happy and your body will be fully fueled for the responsibilities of the day. Ingredients: Layer the following ingredients: Brown or white rice, cooked according to package instructions Lentils, seasoned with salt, cooked according to package instructions Lettuce Tomato Cucumber Pepper Hummus Drizzed extra virgin olive oil Oregano, sprinkled Vegan feta cheese

I love savory breakfasts, and this recipe makes my taste buds dance. It's warm, it's satisfying, it's comforting, and it's incredibly tasty! I look forward to this meal every single time. Ingredients: 1 recipe scrambled tofu 1 recipe oven potatoes Rice (made anyway you like) 8-10 corn tortillas Instructions: Tortillas - You really can prepare these the way that you prefer them. I like to fry them with either cooking spray or a little bit of margarine so that they're toasty brown on each side. Once everything is prepared, layer rice, potatoes, and scrambled tofu on a tortilla, fold the sides up, and eat like a taco.

There’s something so comforting and amazing about a pan of golden, crispy, oven-roasted potatoes fresh out of the oven. These roasted potatoes come out perfectly crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of flavor in every bite. Ingredients: Oven Roasted Potatoes  4 medium potatoes (Yukon gold, red or russet work great) 2–3 tablespoons olive oil 1–1½ teaspoons seasoned salt (adjust to taste) Instructions: Instructions: Preheat oven to 425°F. Prep the potatoes by scrubbing well. Cut into bite-sized chunks (about 1/2 inch cubed). Try to keep them similar in size so they cook evenly. Place potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with seasoned salt and toss again. Spread potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Make sure they aren’t crowded—this helps them get crispy instead of soft. Bake for 25—30 minutes. Flip halfway through for even browning. Potatoes are done when they’re golden brown and crispy on the outside, tender on t...

Tofu is one ingredient I always like to have on hand! It's very versatile and extremely nutritious. It's a satisfying food that takes on different flavors and a variety of textures. This simple, yet oh-so-yummy, scrambled tofu recipe is one of my favorite ways to eat it. Ingredients: 1 tbsp oil 1 small onion, diced small (optional) 1 can (4oz) mushroom pieces (optional) 1 package (16 oz) water-packed tofu, firm or extra firm, drained 1 1/2 to 2 tbsp “chicken style seasoning” Instructions: Drain excess water from tofu. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and mushroom and saute for 2 minutes. Crumble tofu into pan with your fingers or use a spatula to break it up in the pan. Cook until tofu is browned and slightly dry, stirring occasionally. This could be from 10-20 minutes, depending on desired texture. The longer the tofu cooks, the firmer the tofu will be. Add “chicken-style seasoning” after about 5 minutes after you add the tofu. Optional: can add other v...

Rich, nutty, and creamy! This peanut butter ice cream is so easy to make and satisfies with every bite. Ingredients: 1 - 12 oz silken tofu 1/2 cup peanut butter  6 tbsp honey  1 tsp vanilla  1/8 tsp salt  1/4 cup water  Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Freeze until firm. Remove from the freezer and let thaw a few minutes before serving.

This gnocchi vegetable sheet pan dinner is both simple and bursting with flavor. Tender, pillowy gnocchi roasts alongside colorful vegetables until everything becomes beautifully golden and slightly crisp. Because everything cooks together on one pan, this means less prep, fewer dishes, and more time to enjoy a yummy homemade meal.  Ingredients: 1 lb gnocchi 1 cup cubed mushrooms 1 cup large diced onion  1 cup diced zucchini  1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes  1 orange pepper, diced large  3 tbsp olive oil  3-4 garlic cloves, minced  1-2 tsp of your favorite herb salt, or to taste 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Instructions: Preheat oven to 425°. Line a baking sheet with a baking mat or parchment paper. Alternately, you can spray the pan. Put gnocchi and all vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle herb salt on top. Mix thoroughly. Transfer to the baking pan and spread in an even layer.  Roast in oven, stirring halfway th...

These rice paper bacon strips are a fun and surprisingly delicious alternative that crisp up beautifully in the oven. With just a few pantry ingredients, thin sheets of rice paper transform into golden, slightly chewy, smoky strips that add the perfect savory bite to salads, sandwiches, breakfast plates, and more. Ingredients: 8-10 pieces rice paper 4 tbsp nutritional yeast 1 tbsp garlic powder 4 tbsp olive oil 6 tbsp soy sauce 1/2 tsp liquid smoke 1 tbsp maple syrup 1/2 tsp of Hungarian paprika 1/3 cup water Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 F. Prepare two baking sheets with sheets of parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients except the rice paper, then blend. This will become your marinade. Place one sheet of rice paper over another (2ply), dip the rice paper into a bowl of water for just a moment to soften it slightly. Then with a pair of sharp scissors cut the rice paper into strips as thick as the average slice of bacon. This will soften the rice paper sli...

A few simple ingredients can make a very creamy, better-than-store-bought hummus that is so fantastic with vegetables, crackers, or bread. It also pairs well with pesto on a pita topped with cucumbers, tomatoes and avocado. Simply delightful! Ingredients: 1 (15 oz ish) can chickpeas  3/4 of the liquid from the can  3 tbsp of lemon juice  4 tbsp tahini  1/2 to 3/4 tsp salt  1 clove garlic  3/4 tsp cumin  2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil  Instructions: Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender. Refrigerate.

There's nothing like homemade bread. If the smell of it baking in the oven doesn't get you, then by the first bite, you'll be hooked. Once you start making homemade bread, it's hard to buy it from the store. Enjoy this simple homemade bread recipe that is sure to excite your taste buds. Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups of hot tap water 2 T active yeast 1/3 cup cane sugar (can use honey) 1/2 cup neutral oil 1 Tbsp salt 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1/2 cup gluten flour 1 cup unbleached flour 4 1/2 cups whole wheat flour Instructions: In KitchenAid mixing bowl (that’s what I use), combine: 3/4 hot tap water 2 T active yeast 1-2 T cane sugar (from 1/3 cup in recipe) 1 Tbsp whole wheat flour Stir together and let sit for 10 minutes, until it becomes raised and bubbly. Now add in: 2 C hot tap water The rest of the 1/3 cup cane sugar 1/4 cup neutral oil (canola oil or mild olive oil) 1 Tbsp salt 1 Tbsp lemon juice (not completely necessary) 1/2 cup gluten flour 1 cup unbleached flour 3 cups fine...

Communion is a special time made even better with yummy communion bread. What makes this recipe even better is that you can also use it as regular crackers for everyday use and pie crust as well. Ingredients: 1 cup unbleached flour  1 cup whole wheat flour  1 tbsp ground flax meal  1 tsp salt  1/2 cup neutral oil like canola or vegetable  1/2 cup warm water  Instructions: Mix all together, roll into two balls. Roll each ball out flat between two pieces of wax paper, put on cookie sheet, cut into crackers, and bake at 425 for 10 to 15 minutes.  I usually take the edge crackers out of the oven a few at a time as they look done. Great for communion bread, crackers, or pie crust

These ingredients are fun because you can eat them in different ways. If you like to get creative with different kinds of stacks or if you like to  roll them like lettuce wraps, they'll still taste amazing and it will seem like a totally different meal. Let me know what else you can do with these ingredients. Ingredients: Rice, cook according to package Lettuce, shred if stacking Purple cabbage, shred Tofu, cubed and fried with garlic powder and soy sauce Peppers. diced Cucumbers, diced Avocado, diced Peanut sauce   Instructions: You can layer these ingredients as a salad, roll these ingredients in the lettuce, or put them in romaine lettuce boats. Drizzle the peanut sauce on top before eating. This is so good!

It might be called Christmas Salad, but it tastes so good all year round! It's fresh, it's festive, and the mix of flavors will make your mouth happy. Ingredients: 5-6 cup salad greens, or any lettuce 1/2 avocado, cubed 1/4 cup dried cranberries or cherries 2 tbsp red onion, diced 1/2 cup apple chunks, cubed 1/2 cup candied pecans Instructions: Assemble all ingredients and serve with Maple Dressing .

Lightly sweet, perfectly balanced, and made with simple ingredients, this maple dressing is proof that healthy can still taste amazing! Ingredients: 1/4 C lemon juice 1/4 C maple syrup 1 1/2 C oil 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 tsp turmeric 2 cloves garlic 1 tsp onion powder Instructions: Mix in mason jar and shake well.