This recipe is hands-down the menu item my clients request most often! Light, but filling these vegetable cakes are actually…
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Tofu Scramble
Tofu scramble, when I reflect on my day to day cooking, is probably the recipe I cook most often at…
“Meaty” Grilled Tofu
Through much trial and error over the years– I have come to a great appreciation and respect for the humble…
Tofu Vindaloo
This is a spicy Indian dish I decided to prepare without any added oil. It turned out tasty and well…
Sesame Grilled Tofu with Sichuan Vegetables
Here’s a quick and easy weeknight treat! I do not own a wok and still refuse to buy one. However,…
Tofu Pad Thai with Rice Noodles
One of my favorite noodles dishes made vegan and oh so much healthier than take-out! This recipe is super-easy and…
Korean Gochujang Barbecue Bowl
You may have noticed a condiment called gochujang popping up in your neighborhood grocery recently. It’s basically a spicy Korean…
General Tso’s Tofu with Green Tea Soba
I am always looking to veganize recipes. Any recipe. Some of them traditionally feature meat. That doesn’t stop me from…
Vegan Mushroom Gravy
Low-fat gravy?? How could that be? How about no-fat gravy? This gravy is so smooth and savory, but also light,…
Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Farro (soy free, gluten-free option)
This is a fun, easy, delicious whole foods meal–elegant enough for guests, but simple enough to whip up on a…
Mushroom Bourguignon
Well, isn’t this fancy? A classical French dish turned vegan! Warm, savory and satisfying– this rich stew is filled with vegetables,…
Balsamic-Roasted Mushrooms
This dish makes a great appetizer or a light meal. Mushrooms have that satisfying umami flavor and a lovely “meaty”…
Thai Peanut Curry with Vegetables and Tofu
This is one of my very favorite dishes! Creamy, sweet and spicy–with lots of tender-crisp vegetables and protein-rich tofu! My…
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…
How To Make Lentils Taste Good
If you hate lentils, chances are you have eaten them from a can. The first time I tried them was long…
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…
John Legend’s Chili, Plant-Based Version
I came across this recipe for chili in Chrissy Teigen’s cookbook, “Cravings”. I decided to follow the recipe exactly (with…
Soup Magic: Spicy Black Bean
This soup doesn’t even require any vegetable chopping! Can it get any easier? I fired up the crockpot and added…
Soup Magic: Homestyle Split Pea
Put something warm and nourishing in your belly with this super-easy soup recipe. When I think of split pea soup,…
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…
Pasta Fagioli
Pasta fagioli is a classic Italian soup combining hearty white beans and pasta in a savory tomato broth with fresh thyme and…
Thai Red Lentil Chili
This is my new favorite stew! Imagine spicy smoky chili flavor mingled with sweet creamy coconut milk, hearty kidney beans,…
Senate Bean Soup
U.S. Senate Bean Soup is traditionally made with navy beans, ham hocks and onions. It is served in the dining room…
White Bean Chili
This alternative to traditional chili is a thick and hearty stew of white beans, yellow squash, onions and yellow bell…
Golden Indian Dal Soup
Dal is my go-to comfort food. A warm, savory, nourishing meal, filled with creamy, protein-rich lentils and healing turmeric–tempered with cumin…
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…
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…
House Vinaigrette
Sometimes I just want a simple, yet tasty vinegar and oil dressing for my salad. This is the classic recipe we…
Easy Vegan Plant-Based Black Bean Fajita Bowl
Beans can play a major role in a whole food, plant-based vegan diet. They are economical, filling, super-easy to cook…
The Truth About Plant-Based Meat
Choosing a vegan burger, hot dog or plant-based meat breakfast sausage doesn’t make burgers, sausage or hot dogs healthy. It…
Easy Enchilada Sauce
In my experience, you can stuff a burrito with just about anything. But the sauce…now, the sauce can make it…
Plant-Based Vegan Taco ‘Beef’ Crumbles
This easy recipe from my home kitchen collection is always a big hit, whether featured in burritos, tacos, nachos, salads…the list…
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…
Vegan Lentil-Tempeh Sloppy Joes
Here’s a new enlightened version of an old classic that is just perfect served in the traditional buns or over a…
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…
Easy Vegan Mushroom White Bean Soup
A Quick and Easy Plant-Based, Nutritious Vegan Lunch or Dinner Idea! This mushroom white bean soup will keep you warm…
Smoky Pulled Jackfruit
When I first heard that jackfruit can imitate the texture of shredded meat classically prepared as barbecue, I could hardly believe it.…
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…
Dirty Chai
A shot of fresh-brewed espresso poured into a cup of spicy, rich chai tea. The best of two worlds? I just had…
David Lynch’s Quinoa: An Incidentally Vegan, Plant-Based Recipe
David Lynch’s short film, Quinoa, is included as a special feature on his Inland Empire DVD. Filmed in black and white,…
Top Picks: Viewing Recommendations For New Vegan Plant-Based Diet
If your focus in the new year is on improving your personal health, and breaking the cycle of disease stemming…
Never Bored: Easy Vegan Plant-Based Meals For Your Week
“What’s For Dinner?” A vegan plant-based diet is anything but restrictive when you have a collection of easy, tasty recipes…
Best. Hummus. Ever.
What makes this hummus recipe so special? It’s simplicity. So, I’m not going to ramble on about the history of…
The New American Plate
What Can a Plant-Based Diet Do For You? According to the latest report, over 40% of adults in the USA…
Celebrating Ten Years in Business!
Here’s a short day-in-the-life video I’m sharing to celebrate ten years cooking delicious vegan, plant-based food for satisfied clients throughout…
Vegan Plant-Based Creme Brûlée
Yes, you read that right. Creme brûlée. Silky smooth and creamy sweet. And can I just mention, so easy…
Simple Cinnamon Rolls
I love home-cooked breakfast on Sundays. I woke this morning thinking about the other half of a double batch of…
Vegan Pecan Bars
Oh, my gosh! Scrolling through my reader the other day I came across this delicious recipe from Kaitlyn at myconsciouskitchen.com…
Top 3 Budget Friendly Vegan Plant Based Cookie Recipes For The Holidays
Home baked cookies, breads and cakes are always a welcome gift and can be quite gratifying for the baker as…
The Best Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe For Plant-Based Diet
This is one of those ‘I can’t believe it’s vegan’ recipes! Looking for ways to apply my new discovery, Maldon…
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