So, I am vegetarian and DH is meat and potatoes. He doesn't even like vegetables. I have only cooked for him once because I don't know how to work out seperate meals. Every night of eating is pretty pathetic I cook what I usually cook for myself something quick and small and sometimes he doesn't even eat. Anyone, have any suggestions? I like to cook healthy as well so that is also a issue.
jennarose023
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have you tried making vegetarian chili in a slow cooker?
NapaValleyGirl
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vegetarian lasagna Veggie fried rice with chicken stirfry for him and tofu stirfry for you Vegetarian chili with the fake meat crumbles, (taste just like meat) vegetarian tacos with the fake crumble meat and then make a batch of meat for him
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I really can't deal with cooking or touching meat it totally freaks me out. I have to come out and tell him that. I thought I would be ok with it but, I am really not. I guess I can make 'base meals' which i make the base for both of us and then add veggies for me and meat for him.
Browneyesncute
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what about a corn choweder or potato soup?
shcole08
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anyone have any recomendations for cookbooks? I mean I have a few but, I am really nuts about cooking low fat meals and i the ones i have are not.
AR31
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we don't make much meat dishes.. but we do a lot of seafood..
luvabul
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try allrecipes.com
if you cant even touch meat if it freak you out....does DH know that? do u guys like seafood?
shcole08
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I don't eat seafood. I haven't really told him yet that I can't cook meat. I did it once and i thought i was going to have to throw up.
luvabul
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aw man hopefully your DH is okay with that, i know mines would freak out if he didnt have anything to eat at night..
NapaValleyGirl
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Maybe buy already prepared meat? A rotisserie chicken can be used in so many ways. You can shred the meat into tacos or soup...
There's lots of different meat that come already prepared so you don't have to handle it too much.
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Butter Bean Burgers 'This is served in place of meat for a main meal, or great as a sandwich with your favorite toppings.' PREP TIME 15 Min COOK TIME 10 Min READY IN 25 Min
INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) 1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, drained 1 small onion, chopped 1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper 6 saltine crackers, crushed 1 egg, beaten 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup vegetable oil
DIRECTIONS In a medium bowl, mash butter beans. Mix in onion, jalapeno pepper, crushed crackers, egg, cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Divide into 4 equal parts, and shape into patties. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; use more or less oil to reach 1/4 inch in depth. Fry patties until golden, about 5 minutes on each side.
'This recipe was given by a friend and it instantly became a favorite! It tastes great as leftovers as well! Enjoy!'
PREP TIME 15 Min COOK TIME 1 Hr READY IN 1 Hr 15 Min
INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) 1 (12 ounce) package medium seashell pasta 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed 2 eggs 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1 1/2 (26 ounce) jars tomato basil pasta sauce 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese 1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain. Bring 1/2 cup water to a boil in a saucepan, and cook the spinach 4 to 6 minutes, until tender. Place the cooked pasta in a medium bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and oil. Toss the pasta with the cooked spinach, egg mixture, and bread crumbs. Cover the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with 1/3 of the pasta sauce. Pour half of the pasta mixture into the baking dish, and cover with another 1/3 of the pasta sauce. Sprinkle with half of the Cheddar cheese and half of the mozzarella. Layer with remaining pasta mixture, and top with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with the rest of the Cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bubbly and lightly browned.
you can try using vegetables interestingly...in replace of meat...and theyre not just out there in his face veggies! haha like the stuffed shell and burger recipe i posted, my DH likes them even though hes a biggg meat/steak fan. are u ok with eating cheese or no?
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Zucchini Herb Casserole
INGREDIENTS (Nutrition) 1/3 cup uncooked long grain white rice 2/3 cup water 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 1/2 pounds zucchini, cubed 1 cup sliced green onions 1 clove garlic, minced 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon basil 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1 1/2 cups seeded, chopped tomatoes 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
DIRECTIONS Combine the rice and water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, until rice is tender. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a shallow 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the zucchini, green onions, and garlic 5 minutes, or until tender. Season with garlic salt, basil, paprika, and oregano. Mix in the cooked rice, tomatoes, and 1 cup cheese. Continue to cook and stir until heated through. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese. Bake uncovered 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
that is a hard one when one of you eats meat and the other doesnt- what about if you prepare most of the meal and just have him cook the meat-- do you think he would do that- also maybe you can test out some veggie meals on him- he may like some of them-
when I started dating dh- he was only into eating & cooking fatty foods- now he is really conscious about how much fat & sugar are in things and even asks for certain low fat dishes.
good luck!
Browneyesncute
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what about penne alla vodka, eggplant parm, stuffed shells, baked zitti,
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what about penne alla vodka, eggplant parm, stuffed shells, baked zitti,
i agree!
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what about soy products? i had veggie bacon and thought it was even better then regular! you can make homemade french fries, by just baking the potatoes, grilled cheese, spinach and feta wraps....
