Eclectic Lotus

 Ok, here it go! THANKSGIVING!! Or, I like to call it the vegan marathon. When I first became a vegetarian in 2010 it was so difficult to figure out what to eat. TEN YEARS LATER- I have removed egg and dairy and the only reason I don't know what to make it because the ideas are so expansive! WOW!!! I could make a full seven-course meal or do something small. I have seen it all. . . cabbage "turkey", tofurky, Gardein. . . YOU NAME IT!!! https://youtu.be/tkk1_WwRl8Q So, the things I hope to do in later Thanksgivings: 1. Do the Turkey Trot     Kind of difficult to make a full meal but get up at 4AM to get to the start line to run 3-6 miles and then come back home and continue the Thanksgiving meal. I know it is in the cards for me if I do plant-based the week before and remove the carbs. That tends to give me a boost of energy. Will post the link on here but not directly for the Chicago one. Most races are virtual this year and this year I may actually take the leap and go f...

  对不起. I have not been present these few days. I have been astounded in the world of scheduling, learning, and trying to have only about two languages spoken in the home. Ok, maybe three as I just threw out language number three. Working has been more difficult with two kids and the boy and I have picked up piano lessons through the book! Too much to mention! I have slacked on science experiments and began working with the children on their emotions on top of language. The girl is even picking up on the fun as she wants to do twinkle twinkle little star. So, the main topic is food. Beyond Burger To stay true to my Wisconsin roots, I was bored so I decided to grab some beyond burger patties from the store. I neglected to take a picture of me cooking them next to hubby's standard burger. I added some steak seasoning and a dash of liquid smoke to the patties before throwing them on the skillet. If you are looking again, yes I grilled the bun as well. That is how we do it in Wisconsin....