Super Soy Enchilada Easy-Bake

Super Soy Encilada Easy-Bake (can you tell I enjoy Mexican food? *grin*)

12 oz reconstituted ground beef super soy
(using water flavored with soy onion broth mix per broth directions)
1 packet taco seasoning
2 15.5-oz cans enchilada sauce
18 corn tortillas
2 15.5-oz cans pinto beans, drained
2 green onions chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese ( consider vegan soy cheddar cheese)
1 4.5-oz can diced green chilies
2 cups fritos corn chips, finely crushed
*optional - black beans and/or corn kernels can add variety and color to this dish

-Preheat oven to 375 degreesF
-In a small bowl, combine the ground beef soy and taco seasoning and set aside.
-Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with oil.
-In layers, spread
1/4 of the enchiliada sauce along bottom of dish,
lay out 6 corn tortillas,
add pinto beans,
scatter a handful of green onion,
a 1/3 of the shredded cheese,
half the can green chilies,
1/4 of the enchilada sauce,
6 more tortillas,
all the seasoned soy ground "beef",
another 1/3 of the cheese,
the remaining green chilies,
another 1/4 of the enchilada sauce,
then the final 6 tortillas,
the remaining enchilada sauce, and
the rest of the cheese.
-Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
-Remove foil, top the casserole with the crushed Fritos, and bake for another 15-30 minues or until bubbly and browned.

Serves 6-8.

Why Cook with Soy?

Why Soy??

Health magazine (April 2007 issue) suggested,
"Add one meatless meal a week. Less meat means less saturated fat--and fewer toxins like dioxin, DDT, and PCBS."

Why Soy??

Probably most popularized as a protien alternative for Vegetarians.

Soy is the answer to several concerns: low cost, high protien, low-saturated fat, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, low-sodium, lactose-free source of calcium, and fewer potential toxins.

Benefits. . .

Research is on-going that soy can benefit the human in body in various ways:
*assist with cardiovascular function
*support gallbladder function
*promote optimal blood sugar and cholesterol levels
*source of calcium to promote bone health
*anti-cancer effects
*promote cognitive function and brain healing

Soy is by no means a "cure" for any of the above mentioned health concerns. However, soy can be one way to incorporate healthier food choices into our lifestyles and take back control over our OWN health.

I firmly believe that in many cases the credit OR blame for our state-of-health is based on OUR CHOICES. . .

We choose what we put into our mouths.

We choose our habits--be it smoking, exercising, over-scheduling, relaxation, etc. Even if you feel that you did not specifically choose your habit, it is still YOUR CHOICE to go with the "default" or easiest option. The "choice" may not always be easy but it is OURS to make--no one makes it for us (adults).

I loved how Zig Ziglar once put it,

"I was overweight by choice.

I have never accidentally eaten anything."

In my personal journey to take back control of MY life & health, I discovered Super Soy products. Knowing that others will make this same journey, I am moved to share some of what I have learned. Unfortunately, knowledge is only a small portion of the challenge; ACTION and PERSISTENCE are the biggest part of choosing a healthy lifestyle. It is my hope to share tips and ideas that facilitate TAKING ACTION.

. . . this Bill Maher's rant about big pharma in this clip I feel echos my point of

Individual Responsibility!

To Your Abundant Health & Success. . .
Your Friend in KY,
Laura in the Kitchen

Super Soy Chicken and Mushroom Quesadillas

Now for the gourmets who enjoy more challenge in the Kitchen. . .

Amy's quesadillas pictured here inspired this latest creation in the kitchen.

Yum-Yum!

Super Soy 'Chicken' and Mushroom Quesadillas

1/4 cup oil for cooking (vegetable, olive, or coconut as you prefer)

1 cup Super Soy Chicken Strips

1 cup boiling water

1 tbsp taco seasoning (optional)

1/2 cup chopped onions

1 lb. assorted mushrooms (try crimini, portobello, shiitake, or any other variety)

1 Tbsp. chopped garlic

1 Tbsp. chili powder

1/2 tsp. cumin

2 tsp. salt

1/3 cup chopped cilantro

12 flour tortillas (recommend the whole wheat or low-carb versions)

2 cups shredded vegan Monterey Jack cheese

> Stir taco seasoning into boiling water, then add Super Soy Chicken Strips, let sit 5 minutes

**note: recommend crumbling or smashing dry soy pieces into smaller pieces before reconstituting**

>Heat the oil in a large sauté pan; add the soy chicken pieces and cook for 3 minutes on each side, or until browned and crispy. Remove from the oil and set aside.
>Next, add the onions to skillet and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until softened.
>Add the mushrooms and garlic and sauté on medium-high heat for 8 minutes, or until the mushrooms have softened and released their liquid. (Note: You may add additional oil if the mushrooms become dry during cooking.)
>Place the chili powder, cumin, salt, and cilantro in the pan and mix well; remove from the heat. Return "chicken" pieces and stir again.
>Lay out 6 tortillas and evenly spread the cooked mixture onto each tortilla. (Note: If there is residual liquid, pick the mushrooms up out of the liquid to prevent soggy quesadillas.)

>Sprinkle the "cheese" on top, cover with the remaining tortillas, and brush the tops lightly with oil.
>Heat a clean nonstick sauté pan and place one quesadilla at a time, oiled side down, into the heated pan. Brush oil on the dry side of the quesadilla.
>Cook for 3 minutes, or until browned. Flip and cook the other side. Repeat until all the ingredients are used.
>Cut each quesadilla into 4 segments and serve with salsa, guacamole, and vegan sour cream.

Alternate Cooking Method: Oil both sides of the quesadillas, place on a cookie sheet, and cook in a preheated 375°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until crispy.
Makes 6 quesadillas

My thanx to Amy for her blog receipes and helping inspire me to my own versions.!

http://blog.vegcooking.com

May Abundance be found in Your Kitchen and Your Heart,

Laura in the Kitchen

Super Quick, Super Soy Dinner Solutions -- Super Soy Vegetable & Rice Skillet Dinner

Super Quick, Super Soy Dinner Solutions

Preface: Watching a good friend and single parent of 2 young boys trying to prepare dinner amid the noise and chaos of children under foot. After a day apart between work, school, and daycare, these boys just wanted mom's attention. . .

It started me to thinking. . .

How Can Dinner Be Made Faster and Easier

Without Skimping on Nutrition??????????????

So off to the kitchen, I scanned a few receipes,
then thought about where could corners be cut?
what could be done to reduce and simplify prep time??

Ideas:
>>Reduce cooking time. . .
>>Reduce time spent cutting up meat or vegetables
>>Minimize # of dishes (that require washing later)

Result: Super Soy Vegetable & Rice Dish

WOW! The dish was actually done cooking in 23 minutes.

From cupboard to table in 30 minutes!!

1 cup Super Soy Ground Beef
1 tsp Super Soy Onion Broth mix
2 1/4 cups boiling water (hint: heat quickly in microwave)
1 tbsp dried minced onion [Like OnionOnion *]
1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
(hint: remove from freezer and zap in microwave x 2-3 minutes)
2 cups Minute White Rice, uncooked
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2-3 shakes of garlic powder

Mix 1 cup boiling water with 1 cup Super Soy Ground Beef, stir and let sit a few minutes.

Place a large skillet on stovetop, Medium heat. Add entire can of tomatoes to skillet.
Stir in 1 tbsp dried minced onion and reconstituted Super-Soy Ground Beef.

Mix 1 1/4 cup boiling water with 1 tsp Super Soy Onion Broth, then at broth to skillet.
Add thawed vegetables and garlic powder, Stir. Bring mixture to a boil.

Once boiling, mix in rice and cheese; cover and remove from heat.
Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese before serving, if desired.


Time Savers:
>>No need to layout meat in advance or defrost.
>>Heating water and reconstituting super soy saved the time it takes to brown raw ground beef.
>>Using dried minced onion saved time required to peel and chop onion, then sautee.
>>Frozen vegetables come pre-mixed and no cutting required.


I was amazed at how quick and easy this dish was to prepare. A fast, simple and nutritious meal--a great dinner solution for busy moms, singles, non-cooks, vegetarians, persons with hand or joint limitations such as arthritis. . .
well, you get the idea. :)

I buy my super soy products online here.

**I enjoy using "OnionOnion" a product by Tastefully Simple.

Hope you enjoy!

In the Kitchen, Laura in KY

SuperSoy Chili

Super-Soy Chili

This is a flexible recipe that can easily feed a family or be doubled (or tripled) to feed a crowd. It's great for the vegetarians or persons-looking-to reduce (cholesterol) meat intake, BUT the meat-lovers don't notice the difference and LOVE it too.

1 cup dry super soy ground beef (meat substitute)
Note: come dry and will be reconstituted.
1 cup hot water
1 tsp super soy onion broth powder (optional, may use bullion or other seasoning)
1 can mexican chili beans
2 cans diced tomatoes (green chili optional)
2-3 8oz cans tomatoes sauce1 small - medium onion diced
1 pkg Chili seasoning
1 small green pepper diced
salt/pepper/sugar to taste




Sautee onion and green peppers in pot (use spray oil or olive oil to coat pot). Heat water to boiling, dissolve bullion cube or broth mix, stir in super soy, let sit a few minutes. Once onion and pepper are cooked (beginning to soften), fluff super soy with fork then add to pot.
Add chili beans, diced tomatoes, tomatoe sauce, and package of chili seasoning and stir thoroughly. Heat to mild boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 - 30 minutes. Add salt, sugar, or pepper to taste.
(Note = sugar will cut the "tanginess" of the tomatoes).

Variation--1.)This can also be easily prepared in a crockpot. 2.) additional can of tomatoe paste will thicken chili

*NOTE- I buy my super-soy on line at http://successtransformations.vitamark.com/shopping/Default.asp?CatID=3&page=3
It's item #205 OR you can find meat-substitutes at a local Health Food store.

Enjoy!!! Laura in the Kitchen