Foodie Friday: 8 Meatless Recipes for Lent

First Friday of the month:  Mom-Cook / Recipes

It was Ash Wednesday the other day, the first day of Lent.  I attended the mass held at the girl's school and was reminded of the meaning of this holy season. The priest said that Lent is about alms giving, prayer, and sacrifice.  Two forms of sacrifice that Christians practice are abstinence and fasting.  It doesn't have to be just about food.  We can all choose to abstain or fast from wanting and doing things that we like, or giving up something for someone in need. For this post, it's about abstaining from eating meat.

Fusilli in Tomato Sauce with Sardines

Honestly, it's hard for me to give up meat, or a meal, more so to fast. But I'm willing and able to abstain for eating meat every Friday.  If you can abstain for 40 days, why not?

I have here 8 recipes from the past year, prepared with no meat, just to give you some ideas on what to include in your menus this Lenten season. Of course, you can cook these anytime of the year. Maybe some of you have already seen or read these food posts, or maybe tried them already.  Thank you for that!

Just click on the photo or title to go to the recipe page.

Spaghetti Vongole A'la Mom-Friday

Mixed Vegetables with Sayote

Seafood Salad in Asian Sesame Dressing

Garlicky French Beans

Smoked Salmon on Toast

DIY Hot Pot Meal (meat can be omitted from this recipe)

Oysters Teriyaki

You know I want things simple and easy.  No complicated dishes here, so I hope you can try them, if you haven't yet.  

Do you have a favorite meatless dish you care to share?

Get more meatless recipes here: Lenten Special - Favorite Meatless Dishes

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Foodie Friday: Garlicky French Beans

First Friday of the month:  Mom-Cook / Recipes 

Aside from broccoli, chayote (sayote), and okra, French beans is one of the girl's favorite vegetables. Everyone in the family, save for the boy, loves this dish - simply sautéd in garlic and seasoning.  This is one of the easiest, no-brainer ulam I often prepare.

One time, there's this elderly lady who asked me how I cook this when she saw me getting a couple of packs from the grocery.  So, here's how I do it.

I usually give you a recipe format for my Mom-Cook, but this is too simple and I don't even have the measurements for the ingredients since I just drizzle and eyeball everything for this one.

GARLICKY FRENCH BEANS

French Beans
Minced garlic, lots
Olive oil
Bragg Liquid Aminos
Butter

Heat non-stick pan and sauté garlic in oil until fragrant.  Toss in washed beans and season with Bragg (or whatever seasoning you want). Cook for about 6 minutes or until cooked, slightly wilted and tender, but not soggy.

You will notice the garlic and beans will be browned with the seasoning, then add butter - about a tablespoon, which is approximately 1 thin slice from the brick. Mix until well coated and serve immediately.  Great with steamed rice!

Bon appétit! =)

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