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I've got a whole arsenal of go-to weeknight meals, but the one heaviest in my rotation is vegetarian chili. Why, you might ask? Because meatless chili has true versatility. Not only is it quick, effortless, and healthy, but it's easy to transport as lunch the next day. As a leftover, it tastes better the longer it sits. I don't get sick of it, not even in the Summer. I don't mind it chilled, or Read more
If you were disappointed there was no bean-based dish in my roundup of vegetarian entrees, I've got an awesome recipe for you: lentil chili. It's hearty, slightly spicy, and absolutely delicious. The best thing about this meat-free chili is that it's healthy, so you feel good eating it. It has the warm, comforting qualities of a classic chili, but without all the extra fat. It takes a little more Read more
From 2003 to 2006, every October I hosted an annual pumpkin carving party. In 2007, I threw a huge Halloween bash, and last year, I didn't do anything! Now, I've decided it's time to bring back my beloved pumpkin carving dinner. I supply the pumpkins and a hearty Fall dinner and ask everyone to bring a bottle of wine or a six-pack of beer. Since the party is all about creating interesting Read more
Whether or not you're a vegetarian, these filling, rib-sticking chilis will satisfy your Winter appetite without weighing you down. For a textural change, use any one of these veggie-rich stews as a topping on baked potatoes, fries, or bed of garlicky, stir-fried brown rice. Read more
Rumor has it the next season of Top Chef will be filmed in New York City. — Snack Does a menu's font affect your culinary decisions?— Time A robot theme is perfect for a child's summer birthday party. — Hostess with the Mostess Take vegetarian chili to a whole new level by grilling the vegetables. — The Recipe Girl McDonald's celebrates freshness with a lettuce billboard. — Read more
We've been featuring a ton of Super Bowl ideas this week and most of them aren't vegetarian friendly. Until now! If you've got some veggie-eating friends coming over to watch the game, make them a bubbling pot of vegetarian chili. With three different kinds of beans — lentil, kidney, and pinto — this chili is packed with protein. Topped with cheese, sour cream, and onions, it will please Read more
You've heard how meatless Mondays are good for the planet. Now, look to Cooking in Pajamas for a fast and easy vegan chili recipe. Meatless Monday is back baby! It never actually went anywhere, I just kept forgetting to blog about it. In my quest to get healthy and lose a few pounds before my 20th anniversary trip in April, I have been testing out a plant based diet. I keep going back and Read more
Are you ready for some football? The Super Bowl is right around the corner, and we're cooking up some tasty chili to celebrate. Our chili is meat-free and flavored with a variety of spices — including cinnamon and nutmeg. Watch the video to see just how easy it is to whip up a pot of this chili! Click here for a printable version of this recipe. Read more
Here's a healthy chili recipe from FitSugar reader JuicyNoelle — it's a perfect dish for Super Bowl Sunday, which she posted in our Healthy Recipe community group. As you start to think about your menu for the Super Bowl, consider this vegetarian ancho chili. The ancho chiles add a nice smokiness without being too hot, though you could certainly dial up the heat by adding a few more. For each Read more
It happens to the best of us, those weeknights when everyone's running in different directions, and cooking dinner is simply not an option. While frozen and packaged foods may have a bad rap, our friends at Dinner: A Love Story are providing us with eight nutritious and totally tasty options for a quick and easy meal that the whole family can enjoy together. PJ's Organic Chicken Burritos These Read more
