| As vegetarianism continues to make its way into | | | | For egg substitutes in baked goods, many health |
| the mainstream, many companies are entering | | | | food stores sell powdered Ener-G Egg Replacer |
| the meat, dairy and egg substitutes markets to | | | | that can be mixed with warm water to use in |
| satisfy the growing demand for animal product | | | | place of eggs in baked goods. If Ener-G Egg |
| alternatives. Read these reviews of the best | | | | Replacer is not available, 1 tablespoon cornstarch |
| substitutes out there that will make the transition | | | | plus 3 tablespoons water can be used as a |
| to vegetarianism as painless as possible. | | | | substitute for one egg in baked goods. |
| For plain meat-free burgers, vegetarians may | | | | For a scrambled egg alternative or an egg salad |
| choose Boca's Original meatless burgers or | | | | alternative, tofu is a great option. For scrambled |
| Morningstar Farms' Grillers veggie burgers. For | | | | tofu, break up a block of tofu and add turmeric, |
| veggie burgers with more flavor, Boca and | | | | salt and pepper to taste, along with sauteed |
| Morningstar Farms offer flavored varieties such | | | | veggies like onions, garlic and sundried tomatoes. |
| as Boca's Grilled Vegetable, Roasted Garlic and | | | | For a tofu mock egg salad, mix a broken up block |
| Roasted Onion burgers or Morningstar Farms' | | | | of tofu with 1/3 cup Vegenaise (a mayonaise |
| Mushroom Lover's, Philly Cheese Steak and Spicy | | | | substitute also made by Follow Your Heart brand) |
| Black Bean veggie burgers. | | | | and 1 tablespoon of mustard. Add to this celery, |
| Boca and Morningstar Farms also sell other meat | | | | green onions, thyme and salt and pepper to taste. |
| alternatives. Boca's other products include | | | | For those who forego dairy, there are many |
| meatless ground burger, pizza and Chik'n Nuggets. | | | | alternatives to cow's milk. Silk sells an organic |
| Morningstar Farms also carries meatless corn | | | | soymilk that can be drank alone or put in cereal |
| dogs, Veggie Breakfast Bacon Strips and | | | | or "Silkshakes". Silk also sells a delicious chocolate |
| meatless buffalo wings. | | | | soymilk beverage. For a creamier chocolate soy |
| Several companies offer cheese alternatives. Note | | | | milk, though, you may opt for the 8th Continent |
| to vegans: many cheese products advertised as | | | | brand soy milk. |
| "soy cheese" or "lactose-free" often contain an | | | | For those who do not enjoy the taste of soy |
| ingredient called casein, which is derived from milk | | | | milk, most grocery stores sell rice milk, which is a |
| but is not lactose. Those who wish to avoid dairy | | | | lighter beverage than soy milk, or almond milk, |
| products of all kinds should be sure to read | | | | which has a pleasant, nutty taste. |
| ingredient labels and be aware of casein. | | | | Finally, vegans and those who avoid dairy can |
| For truly dairy-free grated parmesan cheese, | | | | enjoy dairy-free ice cream that tastes just like |
| Vegan brand is a good option. Vegan brand also | | | | the real thing. The most accessible non-dairy ice |
| offers cheese slices in mozzarella and American | | | | creams are Tofutti brand and Soy Delicious brand. |
| flavors. These slices are great when used cold in | | | | Some grocery stores also supply rice ice cream. |
| sandwiches. Vegan cheese, however, is typically | | | | Being vegetarian or vegan is a lot easier today |
| not great for melting. | | | | because of these meat, dairy and egg |
| But there is one dairy-free cheese brand that | | | | alternatives. Luckily, most of the above |
| melts extremely well and is delicious: Follow Your | | | | mentioned brands are available in most grocery |
| Heart brand cheese. This cheese comes in | | | | stores. If you cannot find a product that you |
| mozzarella, cheddar, nacho and monterey jack | | | | want, though, be sure to talk to grocery store |
| varieties. It can be used in anything from pizza to | | | | managers, who in most cases will be happy to |
| cheese fries to tacos and quesadillas. | | | | order products for customers. |