Peter– “I was having trouble gaining weight and with my strength training routine I was hungry all the time and … More
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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 … More
Carrot-Coconut Soup with Fresh Ginger Root
Summer is coming down fast and I find myself seeking light, refreshing meals. Here’s a quick soup that is … More
Tofu Scramble
Tofu scramble, when I reflect on my day to day cooking, is probably the recipe I cook most often at … More
Chik’n Noodle Soup
There’s nothing quite like the distinctive experience of a steaming bowl of fragrant broth brimming with fresh simmered vegetables with … 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
Cauliflower-Kale Soup
A tasty way to get your greens! This creamy, satisfying soup is a client AND family favorite and only takes about … More
Client Stories: Jessica
Jessica– “At first, I was a super-picky eater with only a small list of veggies I actually liked. But, I … More
When Life Gives You Bananas…
Is it just me? Or does the sight of those last couple speckled bananas languishing on the countertop trigger an … More
Client Stories: Ryan
Ryan– “I travel alot with work and when I come home it’s great to have healthy, custom vegan meals waiting … More
Vegan Brunch, From Start to Finish
I love to cook big breakfast on the weekend! Here’s a fairly easy menu I pulled off this morning in … More
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, Maldon … More
Vegan Chocolate Mousse Terrine
Here is a rich, elegant, special occasion dessert that is pretty easy to assemble, believe it or not. Fudgy brownie … More
Gingerbread Cut-Out Cookies
These are the best gingerbread cookies I have ever baked, vegan or not! The flavor and spices are perfectly balanced, … More
Recipe Test: Quinoa Pancakes
Here’s the thing about pancakes…I love the way they taste, but not so much how I feel afterward. All that … More
Vegan Thanksgiving Gravy
I’m sharing here my favorite vegan holiday gravy recipe from my first plant-based Thanksgiving dinner in 2012. That’s a home-baked … More
Vegan Pecan Bars
Oh, my gosh! Scrolling through my reader the other day I came across this delicious recipe from Kaitlyn at myconsciouskitchen.com … More
Sometimes Vegan Breakfast…
…looks like this. But more often, especially during the week, it looks like: Or… Now and then, weekend breakfast looks … More
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 … More
Cinnamon Applesauce Muffins (gluten-free, soy-free, vegan)
The best part about this recipe is it’s simplicity. Many gluten-free recipes read like a science project, but this one … 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
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Pancakes
It goes without saying that this time of the year begs for pumpkin spice, especially on weekend mornings. These pancakes … More
The Best Plant-Based Cookbook is Waiting For You, And It’s Free!
“Do you cook a lot?” asks the librarian behind the counter. It’s after work, I’m in my chef jacket, … More
Vegan Baked Ziti
This recipe is more about method than it is about the ingredients. You could simply layer sauce, pasta and … More
What’s In YOUR Smoothie??
I start most mornings with a cool, creamy blend of fruit and spinach or kale, kicked up with pure green tea … 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
Easy Mozzarella Cheeze Sauce
So, you reach a point when you stop trying to replace cheese with processed substitutes like Daiya or Follow Your … 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
Vegan Chocolate Silk Pie
Here’s a recipe that is sure to impress! A no-bake chocolate cookie crust filled with super easy, super rich and … 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
Roasted Pumpkin Mousse
Here’s a little something special to spice up your next vegan feast! Roasted Pumpkin Mousse 15 ounces PUMPKIN PUREE … 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
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 … 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
Blueberry Cardamom Muffins (Oil-Free, Whole Grain, Vegan)
By the time I finish my morning coffee, I’m thinking about what I want to cook for the day. This … More
Tempeh Sausage Crumbles
These tasty sausage crumbles are versatile, lending a satisfying umami flavor and a chewy bite to gravy, sauces, rice or other … More
The Benefits of Eating Hot Food
I like salad as much as the next plant-based lifestyle devotee, but there is something to be said for that … More
Vegan Gorgonzola: A Passion Project
In between all the professional cooking I do, there is also all the household cooking I do, which includes, of … More
Super-Simple Flatbreads
Sometimes I like to skip the rice and just serve a hearty whole grain flatbread with my Indian Curries. But, … More
Peanut Dragon Sauce
It’s been a super busy week! When I crave a quick comforting meal, soba noodles are often my go-to food. … More
Easy Enchilada Sauce
In my experience, you can stuff a burrito with just about anything. But the sauce…now, the sauce can make it … More
Restaurant-Style Marinara
The secret for marinara sauce that tastes like it’s been simmering all day? Tomato paste. The savory-sweet intensity adds depth … 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
Sourdough Baguette
Still in a baking mood, I embarked on a mission to create an old-fashioned, dense sourdough bread, like back in … More
Easy Chocolate Ganache
A rich, creamy coating of chocolate ganache makes a grand impression on a special dessert! Here is a simple recipe … More
Fancy Potatoes
Okay, we’ve established potatoes are cheap plant-based eats. They are also whole and perfect in their natural state. Although I … More
Vegan French Toast
As a lifelong pancake girl, I never thought I’d get around to writing this post. But my husband’s a French … 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
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
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