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Published 2024-06-14
I served this at the month long silent retreat, (link below) as one of the family meals. This is my version of Moussaka, inspired by the traditional, now made with whole foods, lentils, tempeh, tons of veg with a creamy velvety polenta as the topper. DELICIOUS! Seasoned to perfection! It's normally prepared with gobs of butter and dairy and meat filling. We're changing all that and making some healthier alternatives without sacrificing flavor or texture. This is a great vegan recipe for potlucks, family meal, restaurants entrees, catering buffets, cafes, or meal prep. It can be portioned and served individually and the cost is inexpensive. A must try. This can also be made with no oil for the WFPBNO buffs. I share tips on how during the show..
The best plant based inspired moussaka you'll ever have:
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Cooking for 30 days silent retreat: • 1800 PLANT BASED MEALS in 30 days of ...
INGREDIENTS:
1 coffee cup size of lentils to 3 cups of water
3 each Aubergine/Eggplant, 2 each diced – (save one for garnish later)
1 200G Tempeh (or tofu or Plant based meat)
1 Large white onion, diced
1 Courgette/Zucchini, diced
2 Tomatoes, diced
1 large potato, diced
4 -5 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
½ teaspoon Cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon All Spice
½ teaspoon Nutmeg
1 tablespoon Oregano
Tablespoon Flake Salt
Tablespoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Garlic, Granulated
3 - 4 tablespoons Olive Oil.
POLENTA:
5 cups water
1 cup fine corn meal
1 lemon, zest and juice
2 – 3 tablespoons vegan butter
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
3 tablespoons Garlic and herb Nutritional Beast – recipe here: • Nutritional seasoning FLAVOR BOOSTERS
1 -2 handfuls shredded vegan cheese (optional)
Other option to add, Unsweetened vegan yogurt, splash or two of plant based milk.
All Comments (21)
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I wish there were more humans like you in this world. Thank you for making these videos and your kindness.
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I SO appreciate your running commentary about WHY you do certain things, HOW to adapt to particular diets (WFPB, no oil, etc) and your restaurant tips including presentation ideas. I love cooking and you are making me a better cook and my family is even noticing!
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I would love to be your neighbor Derek, I'd show up with my dogs to play with Frankie and attempt to be your sous chef! Your videos make me smile while learning so much! Thank you for being so kind❣️
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We the viewers, Frankie, and your neighbours, are very lucky to have you... another great video 🙏🌱💚
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I can't begin to tell you how much I've fallen in love with this channel. Inspirational to say the least.
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Derek, what a fantastic man you are. Every video you post teaches me something new, and your success rate is sky high. These aren't just flashy internet recipes, these are practical, tasty dishes that also happen to be animal-free. The polenta here is amazing, I've always found polenta to be bland but, my word, how you've changed it up for me. This dish is a real treat. Thank you so much. PS all my love to Frankie. Miss America rocks!
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BEST PLANT BASED CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE! Thank You for the FABULOUS recipes. Coming to you from Northern California, USA 😊❤
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OK, your show is functionally hilarious. I love this episode.
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I was just wondering what to make for dinner tonight and the universe gives us a new video from Derek! I can't wait to make and eat this
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Aww, Derek, you don’t need to ask for forgiveness, it’s lovely to see your humility if and when you do make a mistake!! Bless you! Frankie couldn’t care less - she clearly adores you...
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I'm absolutely loving your current video style! It's funny, thoughtful, informative, educational and makes for great watching. And that recipe looks like another winner I need to try. I wish I had a neighbour like you
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Oh my God YES! I would so accept any part of this if it was offered!
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I have thought MULTIPLE TIMES that I wish I had a vegan chef neighbor!! I would happily taste-test all of your creations!!
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You're so cute to apologise and ask for forgiveness for two, temporary, lapses. Luv yuh! 💚💚 Another FABULOUS recipe, Derek; thank you.
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I LOVE your videos, they are so inspiring and Beautiful and the food looks delicious. I have been WFPB for almost 20 years and the food choices have changed so much in that time. I am also a Coeliac so I am extra happy when a meal is GF or easy to make GF. I love that you are so compassionate and that your love for Frankie is so obvious. Frankie is Gorgeous and as a Guardian of 15 rescue dogs here at our home, I can see how happy and content she is. Thank-you for bringing us these fabulous videos ❤ Namaste
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Yes!! I wish that I were your neighbor everyday!!
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I am not Vegan, but cook a lot of vegan dishes in hopes of limiting my overall footprint. This is one of my favorite videos of yours and I'm looking forward to giving this a try! Thanks!
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Yet another wonderful recipe. Frankie is beyond adorable 💚🌱
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your neighbors are so lucky!!! as are we =) thank you for the wonderful inspired lessons.
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You make everything seem SO easy!!! ❤❤❤
