>. I miss the variet of more than one dish but I can't
>>figure out how to get over the mentality that says that you build your
>>meal around the meat you eat.... Thanks for any help that you can give
>>me.
>
>>Steph
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>Steph, many of us grew up on "meat, starch, and 2 veggie" plan. Here are
>some meals configurations we enjoy.
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>Replace the meat with beans, for example:
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>Mashed potatoes garnished with grilled onions and mushrooms
>steamed carrots with lemon peel and dill
>black beans seasoned with ground cumin, garnished with salsa or pickled
>jalapeno peppers if you like hot.
>
>or replace the meat with tofu:
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>thoroughly drain 1 pound tofu, wrap in a terry towel and put a heavy can or
>pot on top, let stand for 30 minutes.
>
>Slice into pieces, say 1/2 inch wide and 1/3 inch thick, give or take,
>marinate in-- 1 part soy sauce, 1 part sherry, crushed garlic and grated
>ginger.
>
>Then grill in a non stick pan for about 10 minutes on each side. Or bake
in
>350 degree oven for about 30 minutes.
>
>Or, cut the block of tofu in half lengthwise, marinate in bbq sauce, then
>bake for 45 minutes or so, slice and serve with extra sauce.
>
>Or use tempeh, take the whole piece from the package, simmer in plain water
>for 10 minutes or so ( I am told this makes it more digestible), drain,
>slice into strips, marinate in your favorite flavors, then grill with
onions
>and peppers. Serve with rice or pasta.
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