Elaine Fujimura

cashews (soaked for 2 hours unless you have a high speed blender) • vegetable broth, divided • oil • medium onion, finely diced • garlic, minced • fresh ginger, minced • curry powder • garam masala • ground cumin • salt (optional) • vegetables, chopped (carrots, potatoes, celery, Brussel sprouts, kale, whatever you like) • water

cans beans (kidney beans work well, but try others too) • rolled oats (uncooked) • cooked brown rice • liquid (ketchup, spicy salsa, bbq sauce, pasta sauce, go crazy) • garlic powder • onion powder • spices (taco seasoning, Italian seasoning, curry, go crazy again!) • smoked paprika OR ¼ t liquid smoke (optional, gives smoky flavor) • corn (optional but give it a nice chew)