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Sausage Recipes for the New Vegan

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  Giving up sausage can feel like a tough ask when you first go vegan. The savoury, spiced, satisfying chew of a sausage is something many of us grew up with and crave. The good news? Vegan sausages are surprisingly easy to make at home, and they can be just as hearty and flavourful as the real thing—without the meat. These three easy vegan sausage recipes each use a different plant-based protein: lentils, tofu, and vital wheat gluten. They're perfect for new vegans looking to recreate old favourites without sacrificing taste or texture. 1. Vegan Breakfast Sausage (Lentil-Based) Vegan Sausage Patties- Generated by Fire.fly AI These little patties are perfect for a weekend breakfast or a hearty brunch. They’re mildly sweet, spiced with sage, and made with nutritious lentils. Ingredients (makes 8 small patties): 1 cup cooked green or brown lentils ½ cup rolled oats 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed 1 tablespoon maple syrup 2 teaspoons soy sauce ½ teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon ground...

Barley and Corn Casserole

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Delicious, nutritious corn and barley casserole This hearty casserole is also a roast vegetable stew-- it can be baked at 350F or just stir-fried on the stove-top and then put in a casserole pan to serve. A perfect potluck casserole. IN HEAVY SKILLET, sauté the following: 1 T. Coconut or other Oil 2 cloves Garlic, minced 1 Onion, chopped 3 C. Water (or Vegetable Stock) 1 C. Pot Barley 2 Carrots, diced COVER and Bake at 350F or Simmer about 1 hour ADD: 2 C.    Kernel Corn 1/2 C. Fresh Parsley, chopped 2  T.     Chicken-Style Seasoning , or Salt and Pepper to taste If baking, continue to bake until hot through (maybe 10-20 minutes for the corn depending on your oven) Health Note:  According to Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), consuming at least 3 grams of barley beta-glucan daily  can help lower blood cholesterol levels , which is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Whole-grain barley,...