Hip Cooking Chic

Gazpacho (so yummy)

2010-05-13T14:35:00.000-07:00

So for dinner tonight I decided a nice smooth gazpacho would be good with and avocado relish. There is nothing better then a chilled soup on a hot day and even though it is only May it is already pretty hot here. plus i really love the taste of fresh spring vegetables melded together.

Gazpacho

7 ripe hot house tomatoes
1 clove garlic
1/2 cucumber chopped
1/2 red onion chopped
1/2 green pepper chopped
1/2 olive oil
1-2 Tbs pomegranate red wine vinegar
1 tsp curry powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp Creole seasoning

Blend 3 tomatoes, cucumber, onion, garlic, and green pepper. Then strain liquid in to bowl and discard solids. next blend remaining tomatoes, oil, vinegar, and spices and add to liquid. Chill for a few hours or overnight before serving.

Avocado Relish

2 avocados mashed
2 Tbs medium salsa
1/2 diced cucumber
1 tsp lime juice

mix all ingredients together. Chill until ready to serve soup. Top each bowl with a generous spoonful of relish

Tofu Burgers 1st Attempt

2010-05-03T15:21:00.000-07:00

OK my first attempt at a tofu veggie patty was not a success. They were bland and and to loose. They were loaded with veggies and not inedible so not a total failure. On the bright side my mashed sweet potatoes topped with feta, dried cherries, and walnuts were a big hit with the family. I forgot how much i loved sweet potatoes but woke up with a craving for sweet potato casserole this morning. You know the one with the mashed potatoes topped with pecans, brown sugar, and butter crust. The ooey gooey sweet concoction that goes straight to the thighs. Well i have to say this was a lot healthier and really satisfied my craving.

3 large sweet potatoes peeled and chopped
2 Tbs Butter
1/4 cup skim milk
6 Tbs reduced fat feta crumbled
6 Tbs dried cherries
6 Tbs chopped walnuts or pecans

Boil chopped potatoes until soft and fork tender. Drain potatoes and combine with butter and milk. Whip with hand mixer until smooth. Divide potatoes among 6 servings and top each one with Tbs of each feta, cherries, and nuts.

Revamping

2010-05-02T08:18:00.000-07:00

OK so I have deleted my posts and am dedicating myself to revamping and revitalizing this blog. I will be dedicating this page to fun vegetarian food and life styles. I also hope to re-enter the world of food blog competitions and fun. My hope is to rediscover my love of cooking and healthy living.