tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post5800361551710976261..comments2024-03-19T00:45:26.274-07:00Comments on Vegan Lunch Box: Follow Your Heart PizzaJennifershmoohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08663322884550580226noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-7692019002079436162008-02-19T16:44:00.000-08:002008-02-19T16:44:00.000-08:00it cracked me up because me and Boyfriend got Foll...it cracked me up because me and Boyfriend got Follow Your Heart to make pizzas because the packaging said, "it really melts!"<BR/><BR/>it should have said, "it really melts eventually!'<BR/><BR/>by the time that it melted our crusts burned. <BR/><BR/>when it finally melted it tasted really good, but we had to melt it then let it set back up.<BR/><BR/>still, yummy first try at vegan pizzas!Laura Kennedyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15492115803873057529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-90902951762035003172007-12-08T16:14:00.000-08:002007-12-08T16:14:00.000-08:00I feel quite lucky right now as I live in Scotland...I feel quite lucky right now as I live in Scotland and Sheese is very easy to get here (obviously!), but I first heard of FYH a few years ago when living with someone on a non-dairy diet. She really misses melty cheese dishes so I tried emailing FYH to buy some of the Vegan Gourmet, only to be told there were no British stockists and the shipping costs were so astronomical the company wouldn't consider it unless I bought a case! So I never did get to try it...<BR/><BR/>Since then, Cheezly has been released in some 'Super Melting' versions, which have been a lifesaver at times when I can't eat any dairy at all. :D And of course, I still have my Sheese...Velvethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17761705640355407026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-6774556408621268192007-07-02T06:11:00.000-07:002007-07-02T06:11:00.000-07:00What a great page to encourage kids to eat good fo...What a great page to encourage kids to eat good food that is good for them! Thanks, KesKeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14872060350793600028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-84215274533290639752007-06-21T07:34:00.000-07:002007-06-21T07:34:00.000-07:00I love the FYH cheese. But it doesn't melt that e...I love the FYH cheese. But it doesn't melt that easily. It has to be heated to at least 500, maybe 550 in the oven, and then it takes awhile (you have to worry about burning the crust). but it melts in less than a minute in the microwave for some reason.<BR/><BR/>when it melts, the texture is better.Sarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11280498010881351905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-25996125109542067042007-06-06T15:40:00.000-07:002007-06-06T15:40:00.000-07:00Thy FYH cheese is best showcased as a melted chees...Thy FYH cheese is best showcased as a melted cheese. It's awesome when you follow a tradition mac-n-cheese recipe and use the FYH cheddar. So gooey, creamy, & delicious.DonnaWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01371418582466117114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-33289891420073299662007-05-14T12:55:00.000-07:002007-05-14T12:55:00.000-07:00When I make pizza with FYH cheesy-stuff, I usually...When I make pizza with FYH cheesy-stuff, I usually use mini frozen crusts like the ones available from French Meadows, add sauce, veggies, and other toppings, then pinch off pieces (usually about 1/4 of the block for one personal pizza)and flatten the pinched pieces between my thumb and index finger before placing them on the pizza. It looks sort of like goat cheese before I bake it. Then I broil the pizza until the FYH cheesy stuff is melted, probably 15 minutes (there's no need to bake then broil since the crust is already pre-baked).<BR/><BR/>And I ALWAYS use the montery jack flaor for pizza, although the cheddar flavor isn't so bad. Mozzerella is very blah.<BR/><BR/>I also make (more adult) mini pizzas on pita bread with a parsley pesto, homemade tofu feta, blanched arugala, sautéed mushrooms and onions. They're beautiful and spring-y.Christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08837060045314727244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-83198312973832844202007-05-02T17:16:00.000-07:002007-05-02T17:16:00.000-07:00I don't know if anyone has mentioned it, but if yo...I don't know if anyone has mentioned it, but if you add some fresh , or in a pinch, granulated, garlic to the FYH Mozz cheese it is worlds tastier.<BR/><BR/>but then, I haven't tried the sheese and don't remember if I like the tofutti slices...jennihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14230699544287068218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-89895242685255098252007-05-02T12:09:00.000-07:002007-05-02T12:09:00.000-07:00Hello Jennifer, I've just come across your blog an...Hello Jennifer, I've just come across your blog and read about Sheese. What a novice, but I'd never heard of it! Have emailed the suppliers and will wait with bated breath to see if I can get it in France!<BR/>Thank-you<BR/>PigxPig in the Kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10631525119816074013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-6242868060117504132007-04-30T20:07:00.000-07:002007-04-30T20:07:00.000-07:00Jennifer,I am so happy that Shmoo gets an Equal Ex...Jennifer,<BR/>I am so happy that Shmoo gets an Equal Exchange Mini chocolate bar in his lunch! We love them in my house, too -- their very dark chocolate bars and baking cocoa are also vegan and soooo good. www.equalexchange.coop <BR/><BR/>thanks for all of your creative cooking, and for working to promote sustainable vegan lifestyles!Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13104949165902867486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-86783405073546906732007-04-29T11:22:00.000-07:002007-04-29T11:22:00.000-07:00Since you provided no specific information on what...Since you provided no specific information on what you did, I don't really have any specific advice for you. Maybe your ingredients were too wet and you should have added more flour. Maybe they were too dry and not cooked enough. How can I know? The recipe has been tested by myself and other people and has been quite a success.Jennifershmoohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08663322884550580226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-54859626118376045822007-04-29T09:56:00.000-07:002007-04-29T09:56:00.000-07:00Re: Lentil Rice BallsHi Jennifershmoo, I tried mak...Re: <BR/>Lentil Rice Balls<BR/>Hi Jennifershmoo, I tried making the Lentil Rice Balls today and they would not stick together. Any suggestions?Everyday Superherohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01770767316431629647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-36698155205900066882007-04-27T20:09:00.000-07:002007-04-27T20:09:00.000-07:00ooooo that looks delicious! I'm looking for recipe...ooooo that looks delicious! I'm looking for recipes to feature on my website if you are interested I will credit and link your site. email me b@burtonlancaster.com<BR/><BR/><A HREF="http://www.vibinvegan.com" REL="nofollow">vibinvegan.com</A>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-17110037872419165602007-04-27T12:08:00.000-07:002007-04-27T12:08:00.000-07:00Seems to work better for me on pizza if I melt it ...Seems to work better for me on pizza if I melt it first in the microwave and then put a small amount on the unbaked pizza, then bake. It kind of grosses me out in gobs on the pizza.<BR/><BR/>Also, for mac'n'cheese with FYH, mix in a dollop of the good kind of Tofutti cream cheese too (there's one with no trans fats) and melt them together--creamier texture that way.Nevahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14121516208859975669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-59681306034067239462007-04-25T18:34:00.000-07:002007-04-25T18:34:00.000-07:00My almost 3 year old daughter loves the FYH cheese...My almost 3 year old daughter loves the FYH cheese. I only buy the monterey jack though. I think it is pretty gross raw but she is always asking for more. I figured it was because she has always been vegan. Even after 12 years, I am not a real fan of any vegan cheese but do enjoy a little on pizza, burgers, or nachos. Oh, and PARMA tastes great on pizza and is easy to recreate.veganmommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02189618182614435903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-12759448084437797422007-04-25T12:39:00.000-07:002007-04-25T12:39:00.000-07:00I have never had the Veganrella, but I agree the F...I have never had the Veganrella, but I agree the FYH isn't that tasty, I would guess that it does better hot in a melty dish. I like the Vegan Slices I can get in the health food section of our reg G-store, http://www.galaxyfoods.com/default.asp<BR/>The ones marked "VEGAN" I make grilled sandwiches with those. It is more like common "american" style cheese slices. I saw one called "Smart Beat" (I think by Smart Ballance)that looks maybe worth trying.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-60850775464184297872007-04-25T10:22:00.000-07:002007-04-25T10:22:00.000-07:00we use this stuff too! i just bought some today to...we use this stuff too! i just bought some today to make pizza for friday :)Autumnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18166993852899612939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-10866825417836128782007-04-25T07:40:00.000-07:002007-04-25T07:40:00.000-07:00I LOVE LOVE LOVE FYH cheese. My favorite is the N...I LOVE LOVE LOVE FYH cheese. My favorite is the Nacho flavor. I always grate it and melt it though. I have never even tried it raw. I love it too much melted.Twisted Cinderellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14273548648344779210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-65927391051808466352007-04-24T16:22:00.000-07:002007-04-24T16:22:00.000-07:00I don't like FYH either. I could stand it on pizz...I don't like FYH either. I could stand it on pizza, but meh. <BR/><BR/>Now that I've had Sheese, I will never need to try other brands. The shipping charge is downright painful, but the smoked cheddar is worth it. <BR/><BR/>BTW, when I did the FYH pizza, I had good luck by slicing paper thin strips and placing them on the pizza, rather than grating it. Melted perfectly.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13268240949177960959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-83093706718965850182007-04-24T15:12:00.000-07:002007-04-24T15:12:00.000-07:00Oh dear, did you guys taste it raw? It's pretty b...Oh dear, did you guys taste it raw? It's pretty bad raw. And it takes awhile to melt properly, but once it does it's okay. Stay away from the cheddar flavor, though.Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08483605080222492052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-58895506257995228892007-04-24T13:50:00.000-07:002007-04-24T13:50:00.000-07:00Hi Jen, I have found that if I freeze it then is g...Hi Jen, I have found that if I freeze it then is grates into little pieces and melts better. I tried it with bigger strands and had to mash it with a fork when it came out of the oven. Bought the nacho flavor and don't like the smell of it so I wasted it and threw it away before really tyring it. It smelled like dirty feet. So Gross! I have never tried the tofutti because of the transfat and never had vegerella that everyone is talking about. Wonder if it has transfats. hmmm The good thing, your broccoli looks wonderful. I can't get enough of it!Sheree'https://www.blogger.com/profile/00278580803747960582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-20633526786826066612007-04-24T13:04:00.000-07:002007-04-24T13:04:00.000-07:00i use it when i make pizza, and with the method i ...i use it when i make pizza, and with the method i use, it's EXACTLY like real cheese. even non-vegans couldn't tell the difference.<BR/><BR/>here's how to do it:<BR/><BR/>- put the cheeze on last (don't put toppings on top of it)<BR/><BR/>- drizzle with olive oil (VERY important- don't omit! this helps the cheeze melt and brown)<BR/><BR/>- put it in the middle rack of a 400 degree oven (no need to put right under the broiler)<BR/><BR/>- bake long enough so that the toppings and crust are cooked as desired (maybe 12-15 minutes)<BR/><BR/>- now change the oven setting to broil (on highest heat, if your oven has different heat options for broil)<BR/><BR/>- leave it for about 3 minutes (keep an eye on it) until bubbly, gooey, and slightly golden<BR/><BR/>this method results in a gooey, "cheesy" pizza just like the ones made with real cheese.wronskianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07142178358282083551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-29151218213039817932007-04-24T12:01:00.000-07:002007-04-24T12:01:00.000-07:00OK Jennifer I have wondered, sorry if this has bee...OK Jennifer I have wondered, sorry if this has been covered before. Were you ever non-vegan and is that the tastes you compare with, when you try vegan "meat" and "cheese" products - or is it simply your expectations of a delicious taste and texture?<BR/>LindaLinda L.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09864902784906022782noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-3878438854804860642007-04-24T11:58:00.000-07:002007-04-24T11:58:00.000-07:00I'm surprised you didn't like the FYH, I'm really ...I'm surprised you didn't like the FYH, I'm really picky and I enjoy it. Inmho the mozz & montery jack are good, but the cheddar tastes like toes- I can't eat that one.<BR/><BR/>Really, although you can't beat the convience of something pre-made, in the end I still think its best to make your own from Joanne Stepaniak's "The Uncheese Cookbook". I was lucky to find it when I first became vegan- thank goodness or I probably never would have made it these 9 years. I especially love the muenster, gooda, gee whiz, onion dill horseradish..oh heck, I like ALL of them! And they make fantastic grilled chreeze sandwiches...Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00818492457919151733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-28166972953919093342007-04-24T11:53:00.000-07:002007-04-24T11:53:00.000-07:00My thoughts after reading you post were the same a...My thoughts after reading you post were the same as the others.<BR/><BR/>1. Grate it finer<BR/>2. Melt it<BR/><BR/>Otherwise, that looks like a great lunch for Schmoo. <BR/><BR/>I like veganrella which most people despise and I also dig FYH. Perhaps it is an expectation thing. In the past, when I tried new foods I wanted them to taste like their non vegan counterparts.<BR/><BR/>Now, that isn't the case. I just enjoy it for the flavor/taste that it is. <BR/><BR/>Cheese was likely an acquired taste for anyone before they were vegan. Perhaps it takes a couple of tries to like the new stuff.<BR/><BR/>Here's a question I pose to people sometimes. When an omni tries FYH and say yuck, it doesn't taste like Cheddar or Mozzerella then I ask them: What if you grew up eating FYH or other soy cheese, do you think cheese made from milk would taste odd to you?<BR/><BR/>We just get used to certain flavors and sometimes it is hard to break habits. Of course that doesn't apply to everyone, maybe some people really just don't like the taste.<BR/><BR/>For instance, I despise the taste of raw green peppers!Jody from VegChichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06905561189922286609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-88598961908495141842007-04-24T08:18:00.000-07:002007-04-24T08:18:00.000-07:00Get the Monterey Jack! It's LOADS better than the ...Get the Monterey Jack! It's LOADS better than the Mozz!<BR/><BR/>Also, I am now so addicted to FYH that I, too, will eat slices off the block. My favorite way is to make "cheese" toast, which involves toast spread with EB, marinara, or pesto, slices of FYH Monterey Jack on top, and then stuck under the broiler for about five-seven minutes, and then sprinkled (covered) liberally with nutritional yeast. YUM YUM YUM.Aarwennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04803036088464900924noreply@blogger.com