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South of the Border

On February 21 the Akron Church welcomed Melody Prettyman as she hosted a vegetarian cooking class. Not only did participants learn more about changing their eating habits, they sampled great tasting food cooked by Melody. Last week Melody appeared on 3ABN today and shared South of the Border inspired vegetarian cuisine. If you’re interested in trying some of these South of the Border dishes, the recipes are posted online here courtesy of 3ABN. Enjoy!

Published on March 5, 2010

Mexican Lasagna

Celebrate the beginning of Spring by spicing up your Sabbath dinner! For a great alternative to everyone’s favorite cheese lasagna try this recipe for Mexican Lasagna. Worthington® Diced Chik is available for purchase from The Happy Cow.

Ingredients
• 2 packages (9 oz. each) Worthington® Diced Chik
• 1 can (16 oz.) fat-free refried beans
• 2 teaspoons ground oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup water
• 12 uncooked lasagna noodles
• 2 1/2 cups hot water
• 2 1/2 cups chunky picante sauce
• 2 cups fat-free sour cream
• 3/4 cup sliced green onions
• 1 can (2 oz.) sliced black olives
• 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup fat-free Cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions
1. Chop or crumble Worthington® Diced Chik into small bits. Combine chopped patties, beans, spices and 1/2 cup water.

2. Spray 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Place 4 uncooked lasagna noodles in bottom of baking dish. Spread 1/2 of prepared mixture from above over noodles. Repeat ending with noodles on top.

3. Pour hot water and picante sauce over noodles and cover with aluminum foil. Bake at 350° F for 1 1/2 hours.

4. Combine sour cream and green onions. Spread over top of casserole. Sprinkle with cheeses and top with olives. Return uncovered to oven until cheese is melted (5-10 minutes).

This recipe is being shared from Worthington Foods. Visit them online for product information or for more vegetarian recipe ideas.

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Free Vegetarian Cooking Class

You can learn to prepare healthy, great tasting vegetarian dishes at the Vegetarian Cooking class hosted by Melody Prettyman. This class is being offered for free on Sunday, February 21, 2010 at our church from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Some of the things that are being offered include:

  • A live cooking demonstration
  • Get vegetarian recipe ideas
  • Try great tasting, healthy food
  • Learn tips on modifying recipes for vegan cooking
  • Take home literature on healthy lifestyles
  • Enjoy a free, light meal

Please sign up to attend this great event. You can sign up in the church lobby or send an email to akronadventist @ gmail.com. We hope you will join use and do not forget to invite a friend.

Published on February 8, 2010

Happpy Cow Food Store Information

What foods are available at the store?
We carry an inventory of the most requested meatless Worthington/Loma Linda products, as well as others from Vibrant Life, Morningstar Farms, and Cedar Lake.  Our inventory varies throughout the year as we restock favorite items and try new items!  A list of all products available to order can be found here: The Happy Cow Order List.  Items usually in inventory at the store are marked on the sheet.

I’m not available on Wednesdays, is there another method of purchasing food?
We do take orders for pickup on Wednesdays or for pickup at another arranged time.  To place an order, please fill out this form: The Happy Cow Order Form and return it to the locked mailbox across from the church’s office or email it to thcveggie@gmail.com . If the items are in inventory, the order will be ready for pickup within two weeks.  If the items are not in inventory, they will be available after the store’s next delivery from the ABC.  We will communicate the expected delivery date when you place the order.

Can I order food not normally in inventory at the store?
Yes, please see our note above on deliveries and pickup of food outside normal store hours.

Who do the proceeds from the Food Store benefit?
All proceeds benefit students at Mayfair Christian School.

I have questions. Who should I ask?
Please email us at thcveggie@gmail.com

Other Information: Nutrional Notes (including Vegan and Kosher Options)
Worthington & Loma Linda Nutrional Notes
Morningstar Farms Kosher Products
Morningstar Farms Vegan Products
Cedar Lake Nutritional Notes
Vibrant Life Vegan Canned Products

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