Maple Balsamic Sriracha Linguine

Happy Halloween, folks. Fall is densely in the air here in the midwest United States of America. I will not be dressing up nor celebrating Halloween. Instead, I will be watching game six of the World Series. Maple Balsamic Sriracha Linguine was prepared for breakfast and ultimately hit the spot:)

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Tofu was grilled without seasoning and set aside while the rest progressed. In a skillet, Onion, Potato & Garlic was sautéed before adding Lightlife Smart ‘Bacon’, Balsamic Vinegar & Sriracha.

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Fresh Dill, Cucumber and Tomatoes were added and kept on a low heat while the Linguine and Spinach finished.

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Al dente is always the best way to prepare noodles. I rarely rinse and I finish cooking the Noodles in sauce. In this situation, Earth Balance ‘butter’, Garlic Powder, Parsley & Ⓥ ‘parmesan cheese’ created the Sauce.

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Grilled Tofu truly complimented these ingredients with its texture and grilled flavor.

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Cheers.

Lemony Dilling Tofu

Marinating for over a day, Tofu infused with greatness.

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The marinade is garlicy, lemony, stunningly dilling and plant based powerful.

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Garlic was sauteed with Celery, Onion, light Oil, raw Cashew, Balsamic Vinegar, Chardonnay (I am currently trying to finish the bottle:), Cashew ‘milk’, Garlic Powder, Ginger, Earth Balance ‘butter’, Sugar, Fresh Dill, Cayenne Powder, Parmesan ‘cheese’ & Sea Salt // Pepper.

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Obviously (I’d hope), I added things accordingly and not at the same time. This is not a teaching blog, yet, (hopefully) a inspiring creative blog that keeps you thirsty. A blender made this plant genocide much, much less bloody.

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The deliciously marinated Tofu was grilled. Fresh Asparagus were roasted. Rice was prepared with Tomatoes, Earth Balance ‘butter’, Parmesan ‘cheese’, Sea Salt // Pepper // Garlic Powder. Plated with an artful mindset and garnished with Dill and Lemon.

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Tofu versatility is overwhelmingly awesome. Enjoy a good Beer and take a good Photo.

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Go on an adventure:)

Rizzoto

The Chicago Cubs are in the playoffs again this year. Today, Vegan Risotto was prepared and titled Anthony Rizzoto after the Cubs first baseman, Anthony Rizzo.

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Go Cubs.

Light Oil was utilized in a copper pan to sauté Onion, Garlic and Arborio Rice.

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Seasoned with Parsley, Chives, Sea Salt, Pepper and Cayenne, Chardonnay was added and cooked down.

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Veggie Broth, Yellow & Zucchini Squash and garden Cherry Tomatoes were tossed in.

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After reducing most liquid, a small stick of Earth Balance ‘butter’ was added with Ⓥ ‘parmesan cheese’.

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I did not ride a bike today, but rest is essential. Happy Sunday!

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10.2.17

Yesterday was a screwed up day. Terror unfortunately is still evident right in our backyard. And most usually it’s that white dude that seems nice that has a fascination with guns. It’s a sad, sad world. We move on. We #RideOn dreaming of a perfect world where animals and humans are both not slaughtered and happiness reigns free for all.

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Tom Petty – Breakdown