Green Chiles Potatoes and Peppers with TVP

This was so so. The ingredients seemed rather random, they didn't go together super well. I think it needs more liquids, maybe some tomato sauce. It has a nice spice level though, a nice kick but nothing too crazy. I should find another textured vegetarian protein (TVP) recipe as I have a lot left. I actually combined the leftover rice pilaf and this and had some last night. It actually went well together.

http://thespicyvegan.com/2009/06/23/green-chiles-potatoes-and-peppers-with-tvp/

Spicy Tofu Rice Pilaf

I cooked this before and I made it again when a friend wanted me to cook this for her. This time I added the Kitchen King spice mix which has a million different spices. I picked it up at my local Indian market. I also used a ginger paste as opposed to a ginger spice though I didn't notice a big difference with that. Seemed to be decent, nothing too impressive. I didn't seem to comment on it much the last time I made it either.

We also washed it down with delicious kale/carrot/orange juice. Kale by itself is a bit strong but the orange and carrot gave it an easy to drink taste.

http://www.savvyvegetarian.com/vegetarian-recipes/spicy-tofu-rice-pilaf.php

http://besthealthyjuicerrecipes.com/kale-carrot-orange-healthy-juicer-recipe/

Runs from November 13-19, 2011, 24.75 Miles

November 14, 2011

5.3 Miles
55:29 Time
10:28 Pace

Great turnout tonight, eight runners.  Feeling great, I gave Greenwich Ave my best as well.

November 15, 2011

2.66 Miles
27:07 Time
10:12 Pace

Steve Wilkos taping earlier in the evening and then had some Indian food and beer.  I cramped up around mile 2, but I did eat a lot. Technically started past 12:00 AM but counting it as Tuesday.

November 16, 2011

5.09 Miles
49:05 Time
11:23 Pace

Rainy and dark out.  A little creepy, I had to look over my shoulder a few times.  Feeling really good though, I think I have recovered better than after I ran my first marathon.

November 17, 2011

6.61 Miles
1:05:52 Time
9:58 Pace

First time since September 1 I have done this route.  The people and cars kept me alert.  I am happy with my time, even though I hit some lights and had to stop.

November 19, 2011

5.09 Miles
52:31 Time
10:19 Pace

A little chilly out, I didn't feel real loose.

Ethiopian Spicy Tomato Lentil Stew

I searched "spicy vegan stew" and this was the first thing that popped up.  I was excited to read all the spices, but I sadly felt this recipe was so so.  There wasn't much of a kick to it.

http://www.theppk.com/2008/10/ethiopian-spicy-tomato-lentil-stew/

Red Curry Tofu with Spinach and Mushrooms

This was decent.  Nothing to get excited about.  I do like mushrooms and spinach, but overall this was just so so.  I think I need to get more creative in finding recipes.  This one isn't super different than other ones I have made.  I decided to water down the food with this juice recipe.  "Juicing cauliflower, a cup of broccoli, an apple and two oranges can work wonders as well. This drink can help prevent or relieve headaches."  It's listed under the "juice recipes for a hangover" but I wasn't hungover.  I think I should have added another apple, it could have been a little more sweet.

http://www.theperfectpantry.com/2010/12/recipe-for-vegan-red-curry-tofu-with-spinach-and-mushrooms.html
http://juicerrecipes.com.au/page/2/

Runs from November 6-November 12, 2011, 31.52 Miles

26.2 Miles
5:00:12 Time
11:28 Pace

New York Marathon
See the race report here
http://iliketorunandcook.blogspot.com/2011/11/2011-new-york-marathon-race-report.html

2.66 Miles
27:14 Time
10:14 Pace

Not too bad, a little sore, but felt ok.




















2.66 Miles
25:22 Time
9:32 Pace

Feeling better. I think I will do more yoga Sunday and then try doing the 5 mile run with the Greenwich Running Company Monday.

Tofu and Veggie Pasta

This was my Friday night carb loading before the big race. They say you need to carb load two days before so you aren't stuffed the night before. I searched "spicy vegan marathon pasta" or something. People tend to avoid spicy foods but not me. For the diced tomatoes I used Stop & Shop zesty mild green chiles and Del Monte zesty jalapenos. It was a decent recipe. Easy to make, some tofu for protein, pasta for carbs, veggies too. Good if you are doing a race.

http://www.keeprunningirl.com/vegan-recipes/tofu-and-veggie-pasta/