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Beef Up on Veggie "Meats" in 2004

Watkins Glen, NY- January 15, 2004 - Health resolutions are in full swing and mad cow disease is prompting Americans to reduce or eliminate their consumption of beef. What's a cheeseburger lover to do? Beef up on veggie "meats," of course! There's no better time to try veggie beef and burgers and find out just how tasty they are.

The days of bland tofu dishes and unappealing nut loafs are long gone. Today's veggie meats are surprisingly authentic, with the texture and taste of the real McCoy. People can stock their grocery cart with a wide variety of ready-to-serve veg hamburgers, meat loafs, steak strips, and sausage. Favorites include Gardenburger's sausage and burgers; Karma'Licious' Veggie Bolognese sauce; and LightLife's meatless meatballs and breakfast patties.

Preparing appetizing veggie meat dishes is also easier than ever. Veg meats are a staple in recipes as diverse and delicious as Not Your Mama's Meatloaf, Seitan Peppersteak, Spaghetti with Meaty Mushroom Sauce, and Not Roast Beef.

Veg meats are low in fat, have zero cholesterol and provide enough vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and protein for active kids and athletes. The American Diabetes Foundation, the American Cancer Society, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture all encourage an increased consumption of fruits and vegetables. Eating "beef-free" is not only delicious, but it can protect your health and the health of your loved ones.

About Farm Sanctuary
Farm Sanctuary is the nation's leading farm animal protection organization. Since incorporating in 1986, Farm Sanctuary has worked to expose and stop cruel practices of the "food animal" industry through research and investigations, legal and institutional reforms, public awareness projects, youth education, and direct rescue and refuge efforts. Farm Sanctuary shelters in Watkins Glen, N.Y., and Orland, Calif., provide lifelong care for hundreds of rescued animals, who have become ambassadors for farm animals everywhere by educating visitors about the realities of factory farming. Additional information can be found at www.farmsanctuary.org or by calling 607-583-2225.