Meatless Main Dishes

Hello everyone, and we hope that your first full week of school is going well!  Here at Pathfinder Village, we’re welcoming back all our students at Pathfinder School and at Otsego Academy, our two-year post-secondary program, which offers tremendous opportunities for young adults with developmental disabilities in independent living, academics, and through inclusive learning and social experiences in the community. Of course, our Pathfinder Produce market is also going strong, and we’re here to help all our area families get the fresh fruits and veggies they need for healthy meal and snack options.  Check it out at the Village Commons on Thursday afternoon, from 1 to 5 p.m.  And don’t forget our online ordering … place and pay for your order online, and we’ll select and pack your order for you.  Then, all you have to do is come by our location in Morris or Edmeston for your order of fresh and tasty items.  Sweet! ***  Too often vegetables are relegated to the role of side dish, or an afterthought to make the plate a bit more balanced. However, vegetables are very versatile and are packed with nutrients that make them the perfect candidate for an entrée. With a little creativity and an open mind, it’s easy to pack in more veggies to your day.  Here are some great veggie-rich recipes to try from Buzzfeed! 1. Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos Shake up Taco Tuesdays with these cauliflower and avocado packed tortillas! They are perfect for anyone who loves chicken wings, too! 2. Vegetarian Chili Chili is the ultimate comfort food for fall and winter. This recipe includes onions, peppers, carrots, celery, tomatoes, and beans—but it’s so filling you would never know it was missing any ground beef or turkey! 3. Lentil and Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie Switch up your traditional shepherd’s pie recipe with this sweet potato twist! Not a fan of lentils or mushrooms? Substitute any of your favorite veggies instead!  4. Zucchini Noodles Alfredo Only have a few minutes to make dinner, but trying to keep it on the healthier side? Anyone with a vegetable spiralizer can whip this pasta-alternative recipe up in 15 minutes or less! 5. Slow Cooker Veggie Pot Pie Crockpot recipes are perfect for busy days. Let your favorite vegetables simmer all day, then add puff pastry at the end for an easy and nutritious pot pie! To check out all of these recipes, and more, click here! Enjoy! Maura (and Lori)