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Tag: Gluten-free

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

animal rights, chef, Cooking, dairy free, Food, Gluten-free, Oil-free, plant-based diet, recipes, Vegan

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

Asian, chef, Comfort food, Cooking, Gluten-free, japanese food, raw vegan, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

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

animal activism, animal rights, dairy free, Gluten-free, recipes, soy-free, Vegan, vegan baking, vegetarian

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

Gluten-free, latin vegetarian recipes, soy-free, Vegan, vegetarian recipes

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

Gluten-free, plant strong, plant-based, Thai vegan recipes, vegan chili, Vegan comfort food, Vegan stew

Tempeh-Walnut Meatballs

Sure, you can go to your local Whole Foods and pick up frozen Gardein meatballs which are pretty tasty, but … More

Gluten-free, meatless, plant-based diet, soy, soybeans, tempeh, Vegan, vegetarian

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

beans, chef, Cooking, Gluten-free, meatless meals, Personal chef, plant-based diet, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

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 … More

egg-free, Gluten-free, Tofu, Vegan, Vegan Lunch, vegan sandwiches, vegetarian

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

Gluten-free, gluten-free vegan, soy free vegan, soy-free, Vegan, vegan party food, vegetarian

Coconut Chana Saag

Here I am turning out a lovely pot full of Indian goodness called Coconut Chana Saag. Super simple when you … More

animal rights, Gluten-free, Indian food, meatless meals, plant-based diet, Vegan, vegetarian

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

Asian, Gluten-free, Korean, Personal chef, Quick and easy, soy curls, Stir-fry, Vegan, vegetarian

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

Gluten-free, meatless meals, plant-based diet, tempeh, Vegan, vegetarian

Muesli!!

For some reason I’ve always believed Muesli was this mysteriously complicated cereal made in Europe using some super-secret old-world technique, … More

breakfast, Cooking, Food, Gluten-free, healthy eating, plant-based diet, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

Chocolate Raspberry Ganache Cake (gluten and soy free)

  I’m all about taking a good thing and making it better. That’s what I did with this classic chocolatey favorite. … More

Cakes, chocolate, dairy free, desserts, Food photography, Gluten-free, gluten-free desserts, plant-based diet, soy-free, soy-free desserts, Vegan, vegan chocolate, Vegan Desserts, vegetarian

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