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Vegan Zucchini Quiche

I love quiche. I was looking for a vegan zucchini quiche recipe and I found one with ChatGPT.  I am anxious to try this recipe soon.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 cup diced mushrooms
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any non-dairy milk of your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Add the grated zucchini to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until slightly tender. Season with dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  4. Place the pre-made pie crust in a pie dish and press it firmly against the sides and bottom.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond milk and nutritional yeast. Stir well to ensure the yeast is fully dissolved.
  6. Spread the sautéed vegetables evenly over the pie crust, followed by the shredded cheese.
  7. Pour the almond milk mixture over the vegetables and cheese, making sure it covers them completely.
  8. Place the quiche in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

This zucchini quiche without eggs makes for a delicious and savory dish, perfect for brunch or a light dinner. Enjoy!

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An intelligent approach to eggs

I’m not a fan of eggs in the morning so the rising prices will not effect my breakfast. But I am a fan of cookies, cakes, casseroles and breads that do use eggs. The rising cost of eggs will affect baking and many food items that use eggs. Many Americans are not aware that there are ingredients that can be substituted for eggs and the cost of the items they’re making will be reduced and maybe they’ll have lower cholesterol as well. Eggs are a wonderful ingredient but maybe there are other ingredients that are even better. I asked ChatGPT to supply a list of egg substitutes that can be used in baking and cooking. Here are five possible solutions to your baking woes:

  1. Applesauce: This can be used as a substitute for eggs in many recipes, and can be used in a 1:1 ratio (i.e., 1/4 cup applesauce can be used in place of 1 egg).
  2. Banana: Mashed bananas can also be used as a substitute for eggs in many recipes, and can be used in a 1:1 ratio.
  3. Flaxseed meal: Mixing 1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal with 3 tablespoons of water can be used as a substitute for one egg in many recipes.
  4. Commercial egg replacer: There are many commercial egg replacer products on the market that can be used as a substitute for eggs in cooking and baking. These products are typically made from a combination of starches and other ingredients, and can be used in a 1:1 ratio.

It’s important to note that not all substitutes work well in all recipes, so it’s best to experiment and see which ones work best for the specific dish you’re making.

I mentioned in an earlier post that I’ve been experimenting with artificial intelligence solutions to improve my own writing and research. I used ChatGPT and HyperWrite in this blog post.