Raw Creamy Zucchini Pasta

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This raw, creamy pasta dish uses thinly-shredded squash and zucchini instead of grain-based pasta. It is amazingly delicious – and as a pasta-lover, I was happily surprised by how much I loved it!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED (serves 4):

  • 1 organic zucchini
  • 1 organic yellow squash
  • 2 large organic tomatoes
  • 1 organic avocado
  • 1/4 cup raw, organic cashews
  • 1 Tbs Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 Tbs Nutritional Yeast
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
  • pine nuts for garnish

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Using a vegetable peeler, shred the zucchini & squash very thinly (using almost no pressure).
  2. In a blender, combine the avocado, tomato, and cashews. Add in the Italian seasoning, salt and Nutritional Yeast.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the “pasta”, top with olives and pine nuts, and serve at room temperature.

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TheDiscerningBrute, July 12th 2009 | Tags: , , , , , , ,
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Southern Barbecue Greens

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Collards are so underrated! This southern-inspired collard dish is a spin on a timeless classic. Using Gardein Pulled BBQ Shreds or Tempeh Bacon, spices, and collards – this is a satisfying, simple, and spicy summer dish great at any BBQ or picnic, and perfect next to a big piece of grilled corn or melon salad.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED (serves 4):

  • 1 large or 2 small bunches of organic collard greens
  • 2 packages of Gardein Pulled BBQ Shreds - or – 1 package of Tempeh Bacon
  • 2 Tbs Ketchup
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbs agave nectar or maple syrup
  • 1 tbs apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • cayanne pepper to taste (very hot!!)

DIRECTIONS:

Chop collards, dice garlic, and in a lightly oiled pan, combine all ingredients and cook over medium heat, stirring moderately, until collards are bright green and soft.

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TheDiscerningBrute, July 6th 2009 | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Max & Ruffy's Dog Treats

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My lil’ rescued chihuahua, Enzo, loves Max & Ruffy’s nutritious, organic, and vegan dog treats.  With flavors like Molasses Explosion, Wolf Peach and Herb, and Mother Quinoa’s Pumpkin Patch – I couldn’t resist trying them myself.  They’re actually really good! They have a thorough FAQ section that counters common myths about canine nutrition, and you can buy their treats online!

This is Enzo, the super, vegan Chihuahua! Goofy, astute, sleepy, and meditating!

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TheDiscerningBrute, July 3rd 2009 | Tags: , ,
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JULY CONTEST!

Win this $110 COVET organic cotton, french terry cardigan!

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Straight from COVET‘s fall 2009 menswear collection, this organic french terry cardigan is warm, soft, and luxurious. Tara St. James of COVET has been creating superb, handcrafted, organic garments for both men and women for years.

You can win this COVET cardigan in a few simple steps:

  1. Take a photograph of yourself that demonstrates how you speak up on behalf of animals, people, or the environment!
  2. Send to TheDiscerningbrute@gmail.com. The Subject line must read: JULY CONTEST: COVET (otherwise it may get trashed)
  3. The best, most moving and creative photo wins!
  4. Deadline is July 31st.
  5. The winner will be announced August 1st.

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TheDiscerningBrute, July 1st 2009 | Tags: , , , ,
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