Celery Root Pastrami Sandwich

More than a year ago I googled "vegan pastrami" and came across Derek Sarno on Youtube. What a revelation! Watch his stuff, learn from it, and adapt it. You won't be sorry.

It has taken me a little time to whittle his technique down to something that works in my kitchen - I don't have a smoker like his Green Egg - but this is something that I am happy with and feel is doable for others.

Needless to say, I LOVE this sandwich, and while it takes a little advance preparation, it is worth it. And since Celery Root aka Celeriac is now in season, now is the time to make and eat this amazing homemade faux meat!

Asian Style Root Slaw

Here we are deep in winter and it is the perfect time to make root vegetable based slaws. My favorite way is this Asian version, super simple and works with any root vegetable. It's great on tacos, and this version is inspired by Korean flavorings.

Grate any of those knobby roots - turnips, celery root, carrot, daikon radish - and add cabbage if you like, some red or green onion, sprinkle on some rice vinegar, a little sesame oil and soy sauce and presto! You have a fantastic slaw that is delicious, and packed with nutrition! All of those roots are high in potassium as well as great sources of fiber, so they fill you up and keep you hydrated. Win win!