Yesterday began the third week of the 21 Day Kickstart. It has been an interesting two weeks so far. I’ve made and ate a lot of new foods, like a homemade veggie burger. I plan to try a new variation this week, perhaps a spicy black bean burger. We tried our first processed soy meat product, I don’t think we will try that again. Yesterday I adapted a favorite family recipe for Banana Bread. We haven’t had any yet but if it is good I’ll share that recipe soon. The most exciting news this week is that we have a birthday in the house. I’m thinking of using my apple muffin recipe for our celebration. I’d really like to top it with a nice messy icing but that will depend on what recipes I come across.
I’ve learned that blogging on the weekend doesn’t work for me. I’d rather spend that time with my husband and kids. We got some long overdue projects done around the house and I got a lot of food preparation done. My fridge is full of fresh batches of cooked lima beans, black beans, black eyed peas, and quinoa. This week I’ll share more about planning for a plant based diet.
I’ve also been able to spread the message of eating a plant based diet. This is very exciting to me. Being healthy and helping others on this journey is my new passion.
Which faux meat product did you try? There are some great and not so great varieties out there. The Morning Star Farms Grillers are by far the best tasting brand. Try the crumbles in your pasta, tacos, etc. They are divine. The turkey grillers are fantastic and y our kids will love them. Continued success on your vegan challenge.
I tried a tempeh bacon, Fakin Bacon. I tried it later in a wrap and didn’t like it that way either. Some of the products we looked at had dairy in them. For now I’m content without the faux meat.