The humble cucumber gets a lot of use in my kitchen. It’s great for adding flavor to water, making green juice, dipping in hummus, tossing in salads, and adding crunch to sandwiches. Lately I’ve been turning cucumbers into “noodles” for a fun texture variation. It couldn’t be easier and totally satisfies my desire to twirl…
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What’s creamy and hearty and comforting and warm? It’s not soup, it’s not pasta – it’s polenta! Polenta is finely ground cornmeal that is simmered in water or broth until thick and bubbly. When it cools, polenta becomes firm and solid. You can slice it and fry it, bake it, or grill it like I…
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Jalapeño poppers are a classic choice for spicy snacking. They’re usually filled with cream cheese and often include cheddar cheese and bacon. Not exactly vegan! This recipe for a Jalapeño Popper Vegan Cheese Ball borrows the flavors of traditional jalapeño poppers but has none of the dairy. And, instead of stuffing jalapeños with cream cheese,…
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Mmmmm enchiladas. I love making vegan enchiladas because they’re an easy way to keep my family fed for several days. I think leftovers often taste even better! Vegan enchiladas can easily be made gluten-free by using corn tortillas. There are also fancy tortillas you can use like cassava and almond flour tortillas if anyone in…
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Christmas has never looked so delicious!! Seriously, this Garlic & Herb Vegan Christmas Tree Bread is next level amazing. Made with pizza dough, fresh garlic and herbs, vegan butter, and our Garlic & Herb Cheeze Spread, you won’t be able to stop eating this addictive holiday appetizer. Serve it with a side of warm marinara…
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Who would have imagined in their wildest dreams that this holiday season would look so different from last year? December 2020 is decidedly more subdued than holidays past, but that doesn’t mean you can’t turn up the festive cheer at home. As you wrap gifts, decorate your house, and watch movies by the fire, why…
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You know that feeling when you slice open an avocado and it’s utterly perfect? I can’t think of another food that gives me the same buzz! It can be super tricky to time an avocado to peak perfection, but luckily you don’t have to do that in this recipe for Spicy Avocado Vegan Quesadillas. Why?…
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Like many of my favorite foods, minestrone soup originated in Italy. Minestrone means “big soup” thanks to the load of vegetables cooked in the pot, layer by layer. While most minestrone soup recipes contain the same basic ingredients – onion, celery, carrot, tomatoes, and beans – there are countless iterations that are influenced by the…
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Let’s talk about faux meats. It seems like many vegans either love them or are totally against them. I’m somewhere in the middle! I think faux meat products can be a great way for new vegans to make the transition to eating plant-based. While I typically eat grain-free, I sometimes make an exception for tempeh….
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Raise your hand if you could use some extra greens on your plate this week! The holiday season can be a crazy time. Between gift shopping, wrapping, cleaning, and hosting (or this year, Zooming!) eating something healthy is often given last priority. On afternoons when you realize you’re starving and only have 10 minutes to…
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