A Vegetarian Runner Eats and Thinks

A long time runner, in the football off-season and started for fun after football in the 80's.-became a vegan after a Dairy free experiment- Now I think about running, hiking, gardening and food and try to write about this way of living. Removal of dairy from diet in 2003 was successful for pain reduction and elimination of inflammation. -followed with complete removal of animal products in diet Now keeping track of thoughts , feelings and challenges.

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Butternut Squash - Super fuel, Fun meal

Recently made a great Butternut Squash Soup. roasted 3 small/medium fruits for 25 minutes at 350 degrees.

As that was finishing I made the mirepoix with carrots/celery/ onions and leeks. These I sauteed in the pot with a few tablespoons or water/veggie stock and white wine vinegar.

As they finished I added the remaining vegetable stock and 2 fresh bay leaves and a 1/4 cup fresh, chopped tarragon,oregano and some rosemary- Picked fresh off the back patio.

Then scooped the roasted squash into the pot and cooked for 10 minutes and then turned down Low and simmered for 90 minutes. Removed the bay leaves and served over rice and with good seed-filled bread.