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#InternationalCoffeeDay and #WorldVegetarianDay 


Coffee and Veggies for ALL! Did you know that it is International Coffee Day and World Vegetarian Day ?! Here are some of our fave go-tos with some fall flair ... AKA pumpkin spice anyone? 
Falafel in Fall 
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What you will need:
  • 2 cups (400 g) dried chickpeas (not canned or cooked chickpeas)
  • 5 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 cup parsley leaves chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • Red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp baking powder (optional, see notes)
  • Cooking spray​


Instructions: ​
  1. The day before you start making the falafel, place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl. Fill it with plenty of water (the chickpeas should be covered by at least 3 inches/7 cm but add more water if needed) and soak for 18-24 hours. Drain the chickpeas completely and use a paper towel to lightly pat dry them (if they are too wet).

  2. Transfer the chickpeas along with all other ingredients to a large food processor. If you have a small food processor, you will need to work in batches. Process everything for about 20 seconds, then scrape down the sides of the food processor and blend again. Do this a few times until the mixture is well combined, but not mushy.

  3. Refrigerate the falafel mixture (in the food processor bowl) for about 45-60 minutes (or longer).

  4. Use an ice cream scooper to scoop the falafel mixture and shape it with your hands to form a ball (or make a patty/disk if you wish). Do this with the remaining falafel mixture.

  5. Use the cooking spray to lightly spray the falafel balls. Also, spray the basket of your air fryer to avoid sticking. Heat the air fryer to 375ºF (190ºC) and set the timer to 15 minutes. Cook the falafel balls in the air fryer, flip them after 10 minutes. They should be crispy and slightly brown on the outside. You might need to fry them in batches if necessary.
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  6. Serve hot on its own or assemble the falafels in pita bread with tahini, lettuce, tomato, and cucumbers. Enjoy!

Recipe by @plantbased.vegan
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Bean Burger 

Makes 4 large patties ⠀

  • 1 can (15oz) black beans ⠀
  • 1 cup cooked mushrooms⠀
  • 1 onion (around 1/4 cup), roughly chopped⠀
  • 2 garlic cloves ⠀
  • 1/4 cup fresh packed basil or 1 tbsp dried basil ⠀
  • Handful of sun-dried tomatoes (makes around 1/4 cup of small chopped pieces) ⠀
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs ⠀
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour ⠀
  • 2 tsp salt, or to taste⠀
  • Oil for frying 

Avocado Pesto 
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  • 2 1/2 tbsp basil pesto (easy basil pesto recipe below)⠀
  • 3 tbsp fresh avocado⠀
  • 2 tsp lemon juice ⠀
  • 1. Add everything into a food processor. Adjust according to taste (you can add in more lemon juice if you like it a bit more sour)
  • 2 1/2 cups packed basil leaves⠀
  • 1 cup olive oil⠀
  • 2 cloves garlic⠀
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts/cashews⠀
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice⠀
  • 1 tsp salt, or to taste ⠀
Instructions: 

  1. In a pan, sauté the onions, garlic, and mushrooms, and sun dried tomatoes (if using). Transfer everything to a food processor. Add in the flour and breadcrumbs. Add in the basil and salt. ⠀

  2. Quickly process. Do not over process especially if you’re using a variety of really soft/over cooked black beans. Leave a few chunks of the beans and mushrooms to make sure the mixture doesn’t become too soft/paste-like.⠀

  3. Dip your hands in a bowl of water and form the mixture into patties. ⠀Heat a pan with 1-2 tbsp oil. Over medium heat, add in the patties. ⠀

  4. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden grown. 
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  5. Assemble the burger - your way!  Suggestions include: Ketchup, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Purple Cabbage and of course the Avocado Pesto! 
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Pumpkin Pesto 

What you will need:​
  • ½ cup roasted pumpkin seeds
  • ½ cup olive oil - extra virgin
  • 1 cup basil
  • ½ cup parsley
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice - fresh squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • salt to taste​​
Instructions: ​
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  1. Add the pumpkin seeds, garlic, basil, parsley, and lemon juice to your food processor.

  2. Start blending and slowly add in the olive oil. Make sure to scrape down the sides and process until a smooth sauce. Add salt to taste. It will need a good pinch of salt since there's no cheese in this recipe.

  3. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Recipe by @drivemehungry 
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Pumpkin Spice Latte 


What you will need:​
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  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
  • 1 tablespoon sugar, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup brewed espresso, or very strongly brewed coffee
  • 2 tablespoons sweetened whipped cream
Instructions: 

  1. Add the unsweetened pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, vanilla and espresso to a small pot.

  2. Bring to a simmer on a medium low flame and whisk occasionally until the pumpkin puree has been incorporated and the sugar and spices dissolved.

  3. Add the milk to a second pot or to a microwave safe jar and heat just enough to warm through.

  4. Whisk the milk vigorously until it begins to foam or froth. Alternately, if you have a milk frother wand, use this to create the foam desired.

  5. Pour the hot coffee mixture into a mug and then pour in the frothy milk.

  6. Top with whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon, if desired.

Recipe by @thespruceeats
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Maple Cinnamon Latte 

What you will need:
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  • ¾ cup milk (your preference) 
  • ½ cup coffee (brewed as strong as you like)
  • 1 - 11/2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon, plus more for garnish
  • Cinnamon stick, for garnish (optional)

Instructions: ​

  1. Pour milk into a medium-sized mason jar and screw on the lid. Shake for 10-15 seconds until foam starts to form at the top. Remove lid and microwave jar for about 45 seconds or until milk is hot to the touch and foamy. Keep an eye on the milk as you microwave to keep it from bubbling.

  2. Pour hot coffee into a mug and stir in the maple syrup and cinnamon. Top with milk, spooning the foam onto the top. Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve with a cinnamon stick, if desired.

Recipe by @portandfin 

 


This may not be a coffee for #InternationalCoffeeDay, but you can't enter fall without a good --

Hot Toddy Recipe! 


What you will need:


  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 ½ ounces whiskey
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons honey, to taste
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice, to taste
  • 1 lemon round
  • 1 cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)


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Instructions: 
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  1. In a teapot or saucepan, bring the water to a simmer. Pour the hot water into a mug.

  2. Add the whiskey, 2 teaspoons honey and 2 teaspoon lemon juice. Stir until the honey has disappeared into the hot water. Taste, and add 1 teaspoon honey for more sweetness, and/or 1 teaspoon more lemon juice (your preference).

  3. Garnish with a lemon round and cinnamon stick (if using). Enjoy!

Recipe by @cookieandkate




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Recipes sourced from: Good Housekeeping, Country Living, Natasha's Kitchen and Delish.com; banner photo by Ludovic Avice on Unsplash

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