Biryani

Occasionally my youngest and I get a hankerin' for Indian food. I don't like things too spicy, and he is just the opposite - the spicier the better! But we both agreed this was delicious.

Biryani

1 c. basmati rice

1 bay leaf

1 onion, diced

Garlic cloves, minced

1 t. freshly grated ginger

2 t. garam masala

1/2 t. cumin

1/2 t. coriander

1/4 t. red pepper flakes

1/4 t. turmeric

2 T. tomato paste

2 tomatoes, diced

1 bell pepper, diced

1/2 head of cauliflower, cut into florets

1 c. green peas

1/4 c. roasted cashews

1/4 c. dried blueberries

1/4 c. roasted pumpkin seeds

Cook the rice according to the package directions, adding the bay leaf and salt and pepper to taste. Saute the onion in a neutral oil until almost soft. Add the garlic, ginger, and spices and cook until nicely mixed. Add the tomato paste and vegetables and 1/2 c. water. Cook until all if well mixed and slightly softened. Remove from heat and add the rice, cashews, blueberries, and pumpkin seeds. Serve. Enjoy!

Pizza Casserole

This was so simple to make, and no, it doesn't look beautiful, but it did taste divine!

Pizza Casserole

1-2 packages of favorite vegan ground beef

One bag of noodles - your choice - cooked

One bag of shredded vegan mozzarella

One onion, chopped

28 oz. pizza sauce

Vegan pepperoni, cut in half

Cook the meat and onion in a skillet until onions are soft and meat is heated through. Layer all of the ingredients in a crock pot, meat, noodles, cheese, pizza sauce, pepperoni, repeat. Cook in a crockpot on low for 4-6 hours.