6 Dishes for a Vegetarian Thanksgiving
December 10, 2012
•Emily Murray
•Orlando
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6 Dishes for a Vegetarian Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is traditionally thought of as a meat-eater's holiday. That doesn't mean vegetarians can't have any of the fun. Vegetarian food is so delicious that it can be the centerpiece of any meal and actually has its own place in the estimated world of culinary arts. Vegetables do not have to pretend to be meat anymore; they stand proudly on their own. Here are six dishes that will make a vegetarian Thanksgiving something special.
1. Tofurkey
Tofurkey, cooked correctly, can have every bit as much flavor, texture, and character as a turkey. It does not emulate meat in any way, though there is a similar consistency to each bite. It was suffused with delicious flavor. The tofu is slow cooked with well-chosen herbs and spices for over a day, and they penetrate to every part of the scrumptious tofu.
2. Twice-Baked Potatoes
After the potato has been baked, filled, and re-baked, it melts into a creamy concoction that cuts with a spoon. Obviously you can make them with any ingredients and to any recipe, but I prefer mine with mushrooms, and broccoli, and cheese.
3. Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti squash could not be easier to make. You simply bake as many squashes as you need. Usually one will feed two people. When they are thoroughly cooked and piping hot, that is the time to serve to your eager audience. All it takes is a good spaghetti sauce and you are ready to go. If you are a busy chef with a lot of mouths to feed, this could be the best choice for you. The culinary arts are all about creativity and this is one inspired dish that will impress. It is also a favorite among students in Orlando cooking schools.
4. Green Chili Cornbread
Imagine a rich, flavor-filled chili served over the best cornbread you've ever had. The spicy chili is great insulation against the November cold outside. The entire house heats up with the smell of beans simmering. Cornbread is always best with some green onions mixed in, served hot with a heap of butter. Chili is a wonderful food to bring a family together.
5. Portobello Mushroom Pot Pie
Mushrooms, when they have been baked, have a savory and chewy quality that makes them more than filling enough to be a main course. People absolutely adore mushroom pot pie. It is one of those meals that becomes a family tradition and you don’t even need to attend one of the Orlando cooking schools to understand how to make it!
6. Lasagna
There does not have to be any meat in a good lasagna. The pasta, sauce, and cheese are all sources of such richness that those little bits of sausage are never missed. Spinach goes well in lasagna, but the main ingredient is cheese. Lasagna is a good excuse to eat a lot of cheese. Give people what they want. Put lots of cheese on there.
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