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In reply to the discussion: I am a vegetarian. You've known me as a vegetarian for 20 years. Please do not invite me [View all]jopacaco
(133 posts)I have been a vegetarian for close to 40 years. My rule has always been that I do not cook meat in my house. If you are a guest, you eat vegetarian or find yourself a restaurant. For most people, I try to make normal food without any meat, like vegetable lasagna, pizza, or eggplant parmesan. Often they are surprised that vegetarian food isn't as weird as they thought. I make everything from scratch and bake all of my own bread so it is good.
I have spent many meals (including Thanksgiving) at other people's houses eating the vegetable side dishes with no protein. I make sure that I eat something before I arrive. I am always greatful when someone makes an effort but I don't count on it. It has gotten soooo much better than it used to be since being a vegetarian has gotten more acceptance.