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Indian Palak Paneer with Ricotta

No paneer? No problem! Make this reduced-fat Indian palak paneer recipe using ricotta cheese instead of the traditional Indian paneer. If you don't have a source for paneer in your city, you can still enjoy palak paneer - Indian spinach and cheese. Use a low-fat or reduced-fat ricotta to make this spinach dish.

Orange glazed tofu

Vegan Orange glazed tofu recipe - Japanese miso orange glazed baked tofu - Orange tofu recipe for vegetarians and vegans

Louisiana Vegetarian Gumbo Recipe

Gumbo calls Louisiana home, but you can make a vegetarian vegetable gumbo at your home and bring a bit of the old south into your kitchen. This vegetarian vegetable gumbo recipe has the traditional celery, onions, and bell peppers as well as tomatoes and okra, making this a Creole style vegetarian gumbo, rather than Cajun. This gumbo recipe is also vegan.

Vegetarian polenta casserole recipe

A one-dish vegetarian casserole made with TVP for a meat substitute, polenta and topped of with fresh basil and lots of cheese.

Vegetarian TVP and Tofu Loaf

Vegetarian TVP and Tofu Loaf. High in protein and flavored with poultry seasoning, this vegetarian loaf TVP recipe is perfect for the centerpiece of your vegetarian Thanksgiving, holiday or everyday table. This vegetarian loaf recipe is also vegan. Serve with gravy and mashed potatoes for a classic American meal.

Basic Vegetarian Baked Beans Recipe

Homemade vegetarian baked beans are a great addition to a picnic, vegetarian barbecue or potluck, as it's easy to make in large quantities and everybody loves sweet baked beans, even kids! This vegetarian baked beans recipe is vegan as well.

Italian Stuffed Tomatoes

A vegetarian stuffed tomatoes recipe for Italian-style stuffed tomatoes filled with a mixture of beans, sun-dried tomatoes and of course fresh Italian herbs.

Vegetarian tofu gumbo recipe

Vegetarian tofu and "sausage" gumbo recipe

French Bread Goat Cheese Vegetarian Pizza

Sneak a bit of protein and fiber into a kid-sized French Bread vegetarian pizza by adding mashed beans into the cheese. This vegetarian pizza recipe is perfect for the whole family.

Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe

Stuffed acorn squash is easy to prepare yet makes an elegant entree for Thanksgiving or any special meal. This recipe is both vegetarian and vegan. Serve topped with a vegetarian gravy if desired.

Vegetarian "Meat"Loaf Recipe

Vegetarian meat loaf makes a for an all-American comfort food for vegetarians. This vegetarian loaf recipe is both vegetarian and vegan. Made from store-bought mock meat and drizzled with ketchup, if you like meatloaf, you'll like this very similar vegetarian meat loaf recipe.

Quinoa-stuffed acorn squash

Quinoa topped with pecans tops a roasted acorn squash. If you can boil water and cut a squash in half - you can make this easy recipe. Add this quinoa-stuffed acorn squash to your thanksgiving dinner menu to serve your vegetarian or vegan guests - they'll love it!

Acorn squash stuffed with vegetarian sausage and apples

Acorn squash stuffed with vegetarian sausage and apples. Use store-bought vegetarian sausage to make this fall entree for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion meal. Stuffed acorn squash makes a very presentable centerpiece for a vegetarian of vegan meal.

Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole Recipe

You can get this Mexican-inspired vegetarian enchilada casserole into the oven in just a few minutes, so it makes a great meal for a busy day. Kids love this recipe too, but you may want to cut the amount of chilies in half. This vegetarian enchilada casserole recipe could easily be made vegan by using a vegan soy cheese instead of regular cheese.

Lentil Shepherd's Pie Recipe

If you're looking for a vegetarian shepherd's pie recipe, or just want to try a shepherd's pie that is a bit healthier and lower in fat than traditional meat-based shepherd's pies, try this vegetarian and cholesterol-free recipe which uses lentils instead of meat.

Rice Casserole with beans

A vegetarian rice casserole with beans. This easy rice casserole recipe is a great way to use up any leftover rice you might have on hand. Vegetarian rice and beans casserole can also be prepared super quick if you have all the ingredients on hand. Just open up a can of baked beans, add a few spices and bake!

Easy Hominy Casserole Bake - Corn Casserole

This hominy casserole is similar to a corn au gratin casserole bake. It's a great one-dish vegetarian casserole meal perfect for feeding your family on a busy weeknight. Add a bit of diced tofu to this corn casserole for a bit of protein or, if you're cooking for picky eaters, sprinkle the top with potato chips instead of bread crumbs for a bit of a treat.

Vegetarian chili casserole

A southwestern-style vegetarian chili casserole recipe made from pre-made or canned vegetarian chili, hominy, and topped with crushed corn chips.

Vegetarian meatballs recipe

Make and easy vegetarian meatballs recipe by using store-bought ground beef substitute.

Vegetarian Lima Bean and Cheese Casserole

This is a simple recipe great for vegetarian kids - they'll love the cheese and crunchy crackers. Quick and easy to prepare, you can get this vegetarian bean casserole into the oven in less than ten minutes.

Cuban black beans with mango

Most vegetarians love black beans and rice, and this Cuban black beans recipe with mango just kicks it up a notch!

Vegetarian Cheese and Onion Souffle - Gluten Free

A vegetarian cheese and egg souffle recipe - completely gluten-free and wheat-free. Made from cream, eggs, cheese and green onions for extra flavor, this vegetarian souffle is a safe gluten-free breakfast for those on a wheat-free diet.

Vegetarian Tomato Casserole with Beans

A vegetarian tomato casserole recipe with kidney beans, tomatoes and a breadcrumb topping.

Mexican Enchilada Casserole with Black Beans

This Mexican casserole recipe is a one dish vegetarian casserole perfect for those busy nights. You can get this vegetarian enchilada baked Mexican casserole in the oven in just a few minutes. A simple Mexican-inspired meal the whole family will enjoy.

Pumpkin Dumplings

Use fresh steamed or canned pumpkin puree for these vegetarian and vegan pumpkin dumplings. A fun and unusual entree or side dish to serve on Halloween, Thanksgiving or any other fall occasion. You could also try this recipe using a different kind of squash, such as butternut squash.

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