Vegetarian Times articles from February 2009

Vegetarian Times archives from February 2009

I love chocolate (and Brussels sprouts).(editor's note)
February 1, 2009... Are you getting what you need for a healthy heart? If you're a vegetarian, you already have a natural advantage. The American Heart Association says a veg diet tends to be lower in total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol--which may help...

What's new in VT.(editor's note)
February 1, 2009... Readers' letters demanded it, and now you have it: starting with this issue, all VT recipes will include crystal-clear serving size information along with the nutritional analyses. Let us know how you like it.

Thanksgiving pleaser.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
February 1, 2009... Just wanted to tell you that I made the Mushroom, Cheese, and Vegetable Strudel for Thanksgiving ("A Moosewood Thanksgiving," November/ December, p. 66), and it was a smash hit. I used vegan cheeses, and everyone dug in, even our omnivore...

Can't eat just one.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
February 1, 2009... Thanks for the Pistachio-Cherry Sandwich Cookies recipe in the November-December issue ("Cookie Klatch," p. 42). I made the cookies for Thanksgiving, and they were a perfect ending to the night. My husband's grandmother, who rarely indulges in...

A pinch of salt.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
February 1, 2009... As a 50-something vegan who loves food, I always thought that a little bit of salt here and there wouldn't hurt. But after reading Dr. Neal Barnard's "Pass on the Salt?" ("Ask the Doc," November/ December, p. 30), I see that I'm getting all...

Celiac conundrum.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
February 1, 2009... I have been a vegetarian for many years, bur had my diet (and life) completely turned upside down when I was diagnosed with celiac disease. My doctor told me I had to eat 5 ounces of animal protein a day until my body was healthy again. I did...

Gluten-free community.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
February 1, 2009... I loved your October issue, especially the article on gluten-free pasta ("The New Noodles," p. 47) and hope you will let VT readers know about vegiac.com, a new Web site devoted to vegetarian glutenfree eating. It is a helpful tool for all...

Vegan Carrot Cake.(SHARE: Reader Recipe)(Recipe)(Brief article)
February 1, 2009... Vegan Carrot Cake SERVES 15 | VEGAN Christina Kaoh doesn't let her graduate studies at Harvard get in the way of cooking. She developed this recipe for the birthday of a friend. CAKE 1 medium ripe banana, ...

Jam party.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
February 1, 2009... Thanks for the article on making your own jams ("Jam Session," October, p. 52). Homemade jam is a great gift option if you're on a small budget. I hope VT will include more do-it-yourself articles-such as infusing your own vinegar, oils, or...

Where's the Veat?(letters)(Letter to the editor)
February 1, 2009... I wanted to alert VT readers that Veat is no longer going to be sold. This is a huge disappointment to the vegetarian community. If you're a fan of this excellent meat substitute, I suggest you contact Vans Foods and tell them so. A horde of...

Tell vt: even when cash is tight, what's the one grocery splurge you can't live without?(community)(Brief article)
February 1, 2009... Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream --DANIELLE Alternative Baking Company's Peanut Butter Persuasion cookies. They are costly, but oh so delicious. --KATIE Fresh produce and flowers from the farmers' market. --NICOLE Organic...

Baker's delights: 14 must-haves for better homemade cookies, cakes, pies, and more.(goods)(Buyers guide)
February 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 1. PRETTY PICTURES Why should topping cupcakes stop at the frosting? Make fun designs and look like a pro doing it with these easy-to-use stencils. $2.19/8 stencils; countrykitchensa.com [ILLUSTRATION...

Endive.(peak season)(Brief article)
February 1, 2009... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "I did an evening of vegetables off-Broadway! I did the best tomato, the best cucumber... I did an endive salad that knocked the critics on their ass!" --Dustin Hoffman in Tootsie Crisp salad greens that...