Exploring Plant-Based Meat Alternatives: A Culinary Adventure with Chef Wendy

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In episode 19 of the 'Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black' podcast, Dr. Black and her sister, Wendy, a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, delve into the world of plant-based meat alternatives. This episode, part two of a three-part series, is designed to assist listeners in transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle. The duo explores and samples a variety of popular plant-based options on the market, including vegan breakfast sausages, impossible and beyond burgers, vegan pepperoni pizza with creamy Miyoko's pourable mozzarella cheese, and dairy-free ice creams. Through a lively discussion, they evaluate these alternatives based on appearance, texture, flavor, cost, and nutritional content, aiming to provide listeners with comprehensive insights to make informed decisions. Wendy shares her expertise and personal experiences, including her culinary background and how plant-based eating has impacted her health, particularly in relation to rheumatoid arthritis. The episode offers an engaging journey through the delicious possibilities of plant-based eating while providing valuable information to help listeners incorporate more whole plant-based foods into their diets.
Links from episode:
Chef Wendy's Easy Vegan Shepherd's Pie
Vegan Migas from ConnoisseurusVeg

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Chapters

1. Exploring Plant-Based Meat Alternatives: A Culinary Adventure with Chef Wendy (00:00:00)

2. Wendy's Journey: From Air Force Lab Tech to Culinary School (00:04:30)

3. Wendy's Health Journey and the Benefits of Plant-Based Eating (00:06:19)

4. The Gross Reality of Ground Meat Quality Control (00:07:06)

5. Tasting Session Begins: Vegan Breakfast Alternatives (00:12:05)

6. Moving on to Non-Breakfast Items: Tempeh and Seitan (00:16:35)

7. The Burger Showdown: Impossible, Beyond, and Dr. Prager's (00:19:14)

8. Comparing Costs: Plant-Based vs. Traditional Beef Patties (00:26:42)

9. Chef Wendy's Shepherd's Pie: A Plant-Based Delight (00:28:09)

10. Exploring Plant-Based Pepperoni Pizza and Cheese (00:30:26)

11. Dessert Time: Vegan Treats to Satisfy the Sweet Tooth (00:35:16)

12. Conclusion (00:38:25)