The Stepford Liberal

Peasant pesto: cheap, fat-free, fantastic for you, vegan, and...

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:43:34 -0500

Peasant pesto: cheap, fat-free, fantastic for you, vegan, and tasty! What more could you want?!

Butternut squash, gnocchi, and kale soup (vegan)

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:43:25 -0500

Butternut squash, gnocchi, and kale soup (vegan)

#tamale #vegan

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:42:57 -0500

#tamale #vegan

Healthy post-yoga breakfast of spinango juice and a whole wheat...

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:41:24 -0500

Healthy post-yoga breakfast of spinango juice and a whole wheat tortilla filled with almond butter, jam, banana, and granola. #nom #vegan #yoga

Vegan kung pao chick’n and zucchini over brown rice. #nom

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:41:14 -0500

Vegan kung pao chick’n and zucchini over brown rice. #nom

Marinated tomato, mozz, and parm salad. #nom

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:40:58 -0500

Marinated tomato, mozz, and parm salad. #nom

…and veggie pasta carbonara with fakin and peas.

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:40:46 -0500

…and veggie pasta carbonara with fakin and peas.

Buffalo chick’n and broccoli pizza. Vegetarian and less than 400...

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 17:38:37 -0500

Buffalo chick’n and broccoli pizza. Vegetarian and less than 400 calories for the entire thing! #nom

afroboheme: liberalbutnotpartisan: This point can never be...

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 08:54:25 -0600

afroboheme:

liberalbutnotpartisan:

This point can never be repeated often enough.

I don’t understand how people can disagree with this.

empoweredafrolatina: Welp.

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:00:40 -0600

empoweredafrolatina:

Welp.

Why some feminists are cool with Beyonce posing in her panties

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:00:15 -0600

Why some feminists are cool with Beyonce posing in her panties:

“Nope. It feels like we can’t fucking win for losing with these people. In the same way the patriarchy sucks for telling me I need to be more sexy, you suck for telling me I’m too sexy.”

Communication and Cyberbullying

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:53:23 -0600

Communication and Cyberbullying:

Hi friends! It’s survey time again. Along with a few other folks from West Virginia University, I am conducting a research study about communication traits and cyber-bullying. As cyber-bullying escalates, our need for more knowledge about this issue also grows. Please take the time to fill out a brief, anonymous survey. If you are feeling super helpful, please also reblog this link on your page. Thank you for your time! Peace.

Commitment to Alcoholics Anonymous

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 22:18:35 -0600

Commitment to Alcoholics Anonymous:

Hello Tumblr!

I am conducting some research about commitment to Alcoholics Anonymous. This research will help determine why people stay (or don’t stay) in programs that could aid in addiction treatment and recovery.

If you’re 18+ and have been an AA member, please take the time to fill out this survey. This is completely anonymous.

If you are not a member of AA, but know someone who fits this description, please forward to them or repost this post on your blog.

I am so grateful for any help you can provide. Thank you.

hanakomtfree: nevver: Thanks KNOW WHAT YOU’RE CELEBRATING...

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:19:22 -0600

hanakomtfree:

nevver:

Thanks

KNOW WHAT YOU’RE CELEBRATING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

odgw: in an unfortunate coincidence, mitt romney failed to create a job for himself

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:23:43 -0600

odgw:

in an unfortunate coincidence, mitt romney failed to create a job for himself

apio: TAMMY BALDWIN, the Senator-Elect from Wisconsin, will...

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:22:48 -0600

apio:

TAMMY BALDWIN, the Senator-Elect from Wisconsin, will become the first openly gay person ever elected to Senate.

MAZIE HIRONO, the Senator-Elect from Hawaii, will become the first Asian-American woman in Senate.

TAMMY DUCKWORTH, the Representative-Elect for Illinois, will become the first disabled female veteran elected to the House of Reps. (she lost both her legs in the Iraq War).

Tonight is one for the history books.

fearandwar: Pretty big news.

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:21:49 -0600

fearandwar:

Pretty big news.

Farmers bread

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 15:42:59 -0500

I woke up this morning dreaming of fall. My obsession with pumpkin has returned, the Halloween/autumnal decorations are out, and I had the deepest urge to bake something fantastic.

Farmers bread

1 1/2 cups lukewarm water
1 package yeast
2 tablespoons molasses or malt syrup
2 teaspoons salt
3 cups bread flour (plus more for dusting)

Mix the lukewarm water, molasses, and yeast in a large mixing bowl.
Allow to proof for 10-15 minutes.
Add the flour and salt and mix until combined.
Turn onto a board and knead for 10 minutes.
Put in a clean mixing bowl with a bit of oil to prevent sticking.
Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for 2 hours.
Flatten the dough and fold into thirds (like folding a letter for an envelope).
Return to bowl and let rise for another hour.
Preheat the oven at 400F (and a baking stone if you have one) for 20 minutes when the bread is 40 minutes through its second rise.
If you don’t have a baking stone, it’s okay. Use a sheet pan, just don’t preheat it.
Dust the loaf with flour (to prevent sticking).
Bake for 30-40 minutes or until hollow when tapped on bottom.

This will be extremely difficult, but I need you to wait at least 20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm!

Whole wheat spaghetti with butternut squash “cream”...

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 14:46:57 -0500

Whole wheat spaghetti with butternut squash “cream” sauce. Completely vegan except for the pound of parmesan on top…

Curried Carrot Soup

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 16:33:00 -0500

As some of you may know I have just moved to Morgantown, West Virginia. I’ll be working on my doctorate out here for the next few years. So naturally I did what all people do when they move: I stocked up on all of the essentials. Mostly pasta, baking essentials, and shitload of alcohol. However, I also somehow decided to purchase a five pound bag of carrots.

Look - my dog loves carrots, but he’s only six pounds and can’t really significantly contribute to the consumption of these “long pointies.” I don’t particularly like raw carrots, and have been at a loss for what to do with them.

So this is what happened next. Curried carrot soup.
Totally delicious.
Perfect hot or cold.
Simply one-pot.
Entirely vegan.

Curried carrot soup

6 medium-sized carrots, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
Olive oil
Salt
Pepper
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
1/2 teaspoon turmeric (optional)
1 carton veggie broth
1 cup water

Combine the carrots, onion, and celery in a pot with some olive oil, salt, and pepper. Sauté on medium heat until onions are translucent. Add the garlic and spices and cook for about a minute or two, still over medium heat. Add the liquids and bring to a boil, reduce to simmer and cook until everything is soft and ready to be blended.

Blend the mixture when it reaches room temperature (unless you want steam burns; this is a lesson I learned the hard way). Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary.

If desired, add a touch of your favorite vinegar (not balsamic, though). I used a bit of white wine vinegar, but apple cider or rice wine would be nice, too. This is optional but adds incredible dimension to this soup.

I topped the soup with parsley and some slivered almonds that I quickly toasted and coated in cayenne and paprika. Serve hot or cold; it’s fantastic and filling either way.