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Spicy Thai Noodles
When it comes to noodles, it’s all about the sauce. This one is full of flavor, without any added oil.…
Hemp Seed Parmesan
Here’s a simple three-ingredient addition to pizza, pasta, salads, veggies and anywhere else you want a sprinkle of savory flavor.…
Easy Homemade Pizza Dough
When I have a bit of extra time, usually on weekends, and a little forethought, I whip up a batch…
Rosemary Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Here’s a super-simple yet super- impressive side dish that practically cooks itself–leaving the stovetop free for the rest of your…
Mixed Indian Dal with Savory Aromatics
I have an abiding admiration for and a bit of an obsession with Indian cuisine. I find the complexity of…
Friend or Faux: What You Need to Know About Fake Meats
The Plant-based Diet is receiving a lot of press these days, due in part to Netflix documentaries like “Game-Changers” and “What…
White Bean Chili
This alternative to traditional chili is a thick and hearty stew of white beans, yellow squash, onions and yellow bell…
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…
“Is It Vegan?”: The Pleasures and Perils of Plant-Based Junk Food
I’m sure I’m not the only one noticing how fresh fruit and vegetable sections at the local grocery are shrinking…
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.…
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…
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,…
Vegan Barbecue Ribz
Fire up the grill this weekend and prepare your favorite barbecue sauce for these super-easy and super-tasty seitan ribz! This…
Deli Style Tuna Salad (Fish-Free)
Having gone plant-based about eight years ago, I had actually forgotten about fish as food. But, when I read about…
House Vinaigrette
Sometimes I just want a simple, yet tasty vinegar and oil dressing for my salad. This is the classic recipe we…
Creamy Pasta Salad
Here’s a delicious reworking of traditional macaroni salad. Prepared with whole-grain pasta and lots of crunchy fresh veggies, this one…
Cornmeal-Molasses Waffles
I was in the mood for waffles today. But not the usual sweet, refined version most of us are used…
Artisan Vegan Frankfurters
What can I say? I grew up like most American kids. Hot dogs were most definitely on the menu. Nowadays,…
Deli-Style Potato Salad
Here’s a plant-based side dish to bring to your Summer get-together. An enlightened egg-free version of a classic. I promise…
Original Ginger (O.G) Refresher
I am inspired once again by True Food Kitchen. This gingery, bubbly, slightly sweet and sour elixir has become my…
Vegan Eats: Orlando
Our first trip since Spring Break 2020, we ventured north for Steve’s birthday weekend to Orlando Wetlands and Circle B…
Maple-Dijon Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Shallots
If you think you don’t like brussels sprouts, then you probably never tasted them roasted with maple syrup and…
Eggless Tofu Salad
This is a quick and easy sandwich filling and certainly one of my husband Steve’s favorites. He’s what I lovingly…
Mini Tofu Omelets
Here’s a tasty, portable breakfast option from the new cookbook by Isa Chandra Moskowitz, “Isa Does It”. These cute little…
Tofu Curry
This recipe is a client favorite! It’s a north Indian style curry, filled with aromatic spices and baked tofu. The…
Coconut Chana Saag
Here I am turning out a lovely pot full of Indian goodness called Coconut Chana Saag. Super simple when you…
Vegan Pecan Bars
Oh, my gosh! Scrolling through my reader the other day I came across this delicious recipe from Kaitlyn at myconsciouskitchen.com…
Chocolate Chip Muffins (Vegan, Whole-Grain, Oil-Free)
Muffins are a happy little baking project. Quick breads are meant to be simple, tasty and portable. These little gems…
Carrot Cookies with Orange Icing
One thing you may not know about me is that I have a great fondness for food nostalgia and vintage…
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…
Garlic-Sesame Soba with Wild Mushrooms and Edamame
I love noodles, especially soba. Here’s a quick and easy dish that works for a weeknight meal, but translates just…
Soup Magic: Spicy Black Bean
I started my new job this week–jumping head first into the gig economy as a Shipt shopper. How’s it going?…
Mushroom Bourguignon
Well, isn’t this fancy? A classical French dish turned vegan! Warm, savory and satisfying– this rich stew is filled with vegetables,…
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 Carrot Cake with Cashew Cream Frosting
This easy to prepare cake is full of carrots, pineapple, raisins and walnuts. It is super low-fat, yet…
Hearts of Palm Cakes with Tomato-Caper Remoulade
This recipe is hands-down the menu item my clients request most often! Light, but filling these vegetable cakes are actually…
Ultimate Comfort Food
So, I quit my job today. I just couldn’t anymore. The overwhelming stress and anxiety of the workload–the pressure, the…
Key Lime Icebox Pie with Mango-Ginger Coulis
Here’s a little something different for you, dear readers. A delicious creamy, no-bake dessert that is sweet, but not overly…
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…
Vegan Samosas with Mint Chutney and Sweet Tamarind Glaze
A party favorite, these samosas are fun and easy to make and bake. They also freeze well, so when you’re…
Vegan Creme Brûlée
Yes, you read that right. Creme brûlée. Silky smooth and creamy sweet. And can I just mention, so easy…
Quinoa With Broccoli, By David Lynch
I found myself inspired the other night by David Lynch’s short film, Quinoa, included as a special feature on his Inland…
Too Long In Exile…?
Far be it for me to offer socio-political commentary or lay blanket judgments over any group as a whole–hell, I…
Vegan Patty Melt
The key to a successful patty melt is in the assembly. You want a juicy, messy, melty experience, but you…
Vegan Fudge Brownies (Low-Fat)
This is by far the best low-fat vegan brownie recipe I have found. I’ve been through a lot of cookbooks.…
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…
Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
This is one of those ‘I can’t believe it’s vegan’ recipes! Looking for ways to apply my new discovery,…
Two-Ingredient Chocolate Sauce
Here’s a recipe I almost forgot I had in my collection. This one is from way back in my culinary…
Depression-Era Chocolate Cake with Cocoa Buttercream
During the Great Depression, a time of severe worldwide economic struggle–which took place in the 1930’s and lasted almost a…
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