This is a quick and easy sandwich filling and certainly one of my husband Steve’s favorites. He’s what I lovingly … More
Category: Main Dishes
Vegan Korean Barbecue (Bulgogi)
I’ve been exploring Korean cuisine this week. I am so pleasantly surprised to find recipe websites featuring vegan Korean food. … More
Buffalo Chickpea Tenders
Okay, I’ve really done it this time! I know there are vegan variations on chicken wings and I’ve tried them … More
Hearty Vegan Lasagna: Step by Step
If you break it down, lasagna is a really simple, yet really impressive dish. This recipe combines everything I love … More
Never Bored: My Plant-Based Dinner Rotation
It’s no easier for me, as a chef, than for anybody else– to decide what to make for dinner at … More
Spicy Thai Noodles
When it comes to noodles, it’s all about the sauce. This one is full of flavor, without any added oil. … More
Falafel Burgers with Tahini Sauce
Here’s a light, yet filling–substantial, yet easy meal idea: Falafel Burgers (from Isa Chandra Moskowitz) (4 servings) ½ cup Chickpeas, … More
Easy Indian Curry Rice with Peas
Sometimes cooking is the most enjoyable when I really don’t have to cook, but I just want to. Certain dishes … More
Alternative Plant-Based Holiday Menus
I have nothing against Tofurkey or Gardein or various seitan roasts. And of course there’s the “Festival of Sides” as … More
Soup Magic: Hearty Lentil
Lentil is one of my favorite high-protein meal soups. It’s simple and low maintenance, and comes together in just a … More
YakiZoodle with Veggies and Edamame
This is a spur of the moment post, just because I want to share an idea more so than a … More
Kidney Bean-Quinoa Burgers with Easy Homemade Barbecue Sauce
Okay, so I didn’t think about posting this recipe until I was plating it up for service. This was our … More
Arepas (gluten and soy free)
Arepa is a flatbread made of ground maize dough or cooked flour prominent in the cuisine of Colombia and Venezuela. … More
Cajun Potato Cake with Horseradish Cream
Doesn’t this look delish? It’s really simple to make. CAJUN POTATO CAKES 1 CUP LEFTOVER MASHED POTATOES ¼ CUP FLOUR, … More
Vegan Taco “Beef”
Hey, I can’t believe I haven’t shown up on the blog with this recipe until now. This one, from my … More
Indian Lentil Salad with Curry Vinaigrette
Where I am getting my lean, mean protein lately? Why lentils, of course! These friendly little legumes pack 18 grams … More
Tempeh Picatta
Tangy lemon and capers in a savory butter garlic sauce over pan-seared tempeh. A very easy, enlightened version of the … More
Savory Tempeh Steaks
Another mainstay in my weekly recipes is tempeh. As with tofu, my relationship with tempeh has evolved over time. The … More
Basil-Spinach Pesto
Yes, of course vegans can enjoy pesto!! I think it tastes even better without the cheese usually present in most … More
Tofu Pad Thai
This is a quick and easy recipe for a Thai restaurant favorite. I like to make this dish at home, … More
Vegan Baked Ziti
This recipe is more about method than it is about the ingredients. You could simply layer sauce, pasta and … More
Thai Red Lentil Chili
This is my new favorite stew! Imagine spicy smoky chili flavor mingled with sweet creamy coconut milk, hearty kidney beans, … More
Soup and Bread
It occurs to me that there are two foods I can simply never do without–soup and bread. I will never … More
Raw Lasagna Rolls
Tasty, easy and healthy—these rolls are an exciting twist on a classic Italian dish. I admit I was skeptical at … More
Chana Masala
There will always be Indian food in my weekly meal rotation. Why? Because it’s delicious and nutritious, and need not … More
Coconut Curried Tofu and Spinach
Flipping through the pages of Fitness Magazine I was delighted to find a vegan recipe. I was also happy to … More
Lentil-Walnut Loaf with Sweet Tomato Glaze
This is a client favorite and a recipe I swear by, having grown up eating traditional meatloaf. This version has … More
Crispy Marinated Tofu with Braised Kale
I can’t emphasize enough how tasty, simple and quick this recipe is. So much flavor, from so few ingredients! Crispy … More
Tempeh-Walnut Meatballs
Sure, you can go to your local Whole Foods and pick up frozen Gardein meatballs which are pretty tasty, but … More
Black Bean Fajita Bowl with Cilantro-Lime Chimichurri
I had an opportunity recently to work with a local vegan restaurant, helping them come up with new dishes to … More
“Meaty” Grilled Tofu
Through much trial and error over the years– I have come to a great appreciation and respect for the humble … More
Sloppy Joe Sliders
Here’s a new enlightened version of an old classic that is just perfect served in the traditional buns or over a … More
Simple Italian Sausage
Going vegan doesn’t mean giving up comfort foods, oh no! No way. Although I have tried various vegan sausage brands … More
Tofu Vindaloo
This is a spicy Indian dish I decided to prepare without any added oil. It turned out tasty and well … More
Plant-Based Mushroom Stroganoff (Vegan)
Another super simple recipe! I’ve made this recipe for my family, not all of whom are vegan and I’ve made … More
Party Enchiladas (gluten and soy free)
Now, I’m not gonna lie, enchiladas are neither quick or easy to make, but they are great for entertaining. These … More
The Vegan Reuben Project
I enjoy a personal culinary challenge now and then. Especially one that results in good eats! I set out to create … More
Fast (and Easy) Whole Wheat Bread
Time was…young girls were taught to bake as an essential life skill. As with cooking in general, this knowledge and … More
Vegan Gumbo with Homemade Andouille, A Passion Project
Every once in awhile I find myself overwhelmed by the urge to make something I know will be complicated. And … More
Vegan Andouille Sausage
Here’s just the companion to my gumbo recipe, a tasty, spicy sausage to enhance the dish or slice up and … More
Spicy Red Bean and Tofu Jambalaya
This dish can be put together in 30 minutes or less but tastes like it’s been simmering for hours. My … More
Raw Collard Wrap Spring Rolls
These spring rolls are a refreshing, healthy change of pace from the usual baked or fried spring rolls. Chock … More
Dan Dan Noodles
This spicy Asian noodle recipe is super-simple to make. After cooking and draining my thin, whole wheat spaghetti, I blitzed the … More
Coconut Chana Saag
Here I am turning out a lovely pot full of Indian goodness called Coconut Chana Saag. Super simple when you … More
Mushroom-Sesame Soba With Edamame
I love noodles, especially soba. Here’s a quick and easy dish that works for a weeknight meal, but translates just … More
Rajma Masala (Red Kidney Bean Curry)
I couldn’t wait to try this recipe I stumbled upon at SpiceyAndSugaryBites. I’ve never made an Indian curry with kidney beans … More
Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry
This quick and simple but intensely flavorful bowl is my current lunch favorite. And the recipe welcomes substitution for whatever … More
Easy Homemade Pizza Dough
When I have a bit of extra time, usually on weekends, and a little forethought, I whip up a batch … More
Plant-Based: On The Cheap
“I would try the plant-based diet, but I can’t afford it!” A phrase I have heard often. But, it’s a … More
Tempeh Meatloaf, Vegan, GF, Oil-Free
I don’t hear much talk of tempeh these days–but lest it be forgotten, tempeh is a wonderful source of protein … More
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