Dusted Holiday Feast Vegan Delight

• vegan
• holiday
• feast
• root-vegetables
• baked
• Hiroshi

Introduction

Celebrate the dusted holiday feast with a dish that encapsulates the essence of tradition and the freshness of vegan cuisine. This recipe combines comforting flavors with innovative vegan ingredients to create a meal that will be the star of any festive table.

Ingredients

• 1 block of firm tofu, pressed and cubed\n- 2 cups of root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes), peeled and chopped\n- 1 large onion, sliced\n- 2 cloves of garlic, minced\n- 1/4 cup of olive oil\n- 2 teaspoons of smoked paprika\n- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon\n- 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg\n- Salt and pepper to taste\n- 1/4 cup of dried cranberries\n- 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts\n- Fresh herbs (such as rosemary and thyme) for garnish

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).\n- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed tofu, chopped root vegetables, sliced onion, and minced garlic.\n- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.\n- Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the tofu is golden.\n- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with dried cranberries and chopped walnuts.\n- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.\n- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Serve this delightful dish at your next holiday gathering and watch as it becomes a new favorite among your guests. The perfect blend of flavors and textures makes it a standout meal that captures the spirit of the season.

Hiroshi