I remember Lent growing up, and dishes during that time were usually rather bland and tasteless. I also recall my mother spending hours in the kitchen, trying to come up with meatless dishes that would appeal to her family…. Read More >
Recipes for Lent
According to Rachael Ray, going veggie just one night a week can save you over $1000 a year, and Lent is the perfect time to add some meat free meals to your menu! If you’re giving up meat… Read More >
Why do we eat pancakes on Fat Tuesday?
Tomorrow is Fat Tuesday, a.k.a Mardi Gras or Shrove Tuesday. It always falls on the day before Ash Wednesday which marks the beginning of Lent. So, why do we eat pancakes on Fat Tuesday? Lent is a 40… Read More >
What are You Giving Up for Lent?
Some people give up chocolate, others give up TV…yes, ’tis the season of Lent! It’s a time of self denial and sacrifice; it’s a time to reflect on what Jesus did for you. Think of Lent as a… Read More >
Spinach Quiche Recipe – Vegetarian
It’s Friday, another meat free day on this journey we call Lent! This week’s recipe for Lent is Spinach Quiche, a delicious vegetarian version! It is very thin and not too “eggy.” 5 from 1 vote Print Spinach… Read More >
Black Beans and Rice
Print Black Beans and Rice A delicious 10 minute vegetarian recipe that’s perfect for Lent or your Cinco de Mayo Fiesta! Servings 6 Author Kristl Story, TheBudgetDiet.com Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic 2 teaspoons dried… Read More >
Spinach Manicotti Recipe
It’s Friday, another meat free day on this journey we call Lent! This week’s recipe for Lent is Spinach Manicotti an Italian meal full of protein, veggies and dairy – what more could you want? Your Lenten journey… Read More >
Black Bean Tart – Vegetarian Recipe
It’s Friday, another meat free day on this journey we call lent! This week’s recipe for Lent is one of my favorite black bean recipes, it’s a Black Bean Tart! Print Black Bean Tart – Vegetarian Recipe Servings… Read More >
Crock Pot Pinto Beans and Rice
It’s Friday, another meat free day on this journey we call Lent! This week’s recipe for Lent is Crock Pot Pinto Beans and Rice – a very frugal recipe packed with protein and fiber! 5 from 1 vote… Read More >
Fettucine Alfredo Recipe
It’s Friday, another meat free day on this journey we call Lent! If you need recipes for Lent, why don’t you try this easy Fettucine Alfredo? Print Fettucine Alfredo Recipe Serve with a Caesar salad and garlic bread… Read More >
Vegetarian Corn Chowder Recipe
It’s Friday, another meat free day on this journey we call Lent! Warm up with a delicious bowl of Vegetarian Corn Chowder! Print Vegetarian Corn Chowder Recipe Warm up with a steaming bowl of Vegetarian Corn Chowder! If… Read More >
Giving Up Meat for Lent?
It’s Ash Wednesday, and Lent has begun! The meatless thing on Fridays is no big deal for me since I’m a vegetarian, but apparently a popular Lenten penance is to give up meat entirely and donate the money… Read More >
Things to Give Up for Lent
Photo courtesy of Free Web Photos Lent starts in 1 week! For many of us, Lent means self denial, so it’s not exactly a season that we get all excited about like Christmas or Easter! Of course, we… Read More >