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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
Client Stories: Peter
Peter– “I was having trouble gaining weight and with my strength training routine I was hungry all the time and … More
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
Client Stories: Warren
Warren– “When my doctor recommended a plant-based diet due to my high blood pressure and pre-diabetes I didn’t know where … 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
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
Homestyle Oat Bars
I really like those tasty, chewy individually packaged oat bars I find at Whole Foods Market. But I don’t like … 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
So You Want To Be a Personal Chef…
I love cooking plant-based and couldn’t imagine anything else I would rather do for a job. Becoming a personal chef … 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: Michael
“I recently returned from a 30 day health retreat where I learned about proper nutrition and the best way to … 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
Client Stories: Leanne
Leanne– “As busy college professors we just didn’t have time to cook the healthy meals we wanted. Hiring a personal … More
Friend or Faux: What You Need to Know About Fake Meats
If you want to improve your health, reclaim your naturally balanced weight, increase energy and focus…all of this is possible … 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
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
Mini Tofu Omelets
Here’s a tasty, portable breakfast option from the new cookbook by Isa Chandra Moskowitz, “Isa Does It”. These cute little … 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
Client Stories: Michelle
Michelle– “I had to give up gluten, nuts, oil and coconut due to chronic health issues. It’s hard to figure … 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
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
Vegan Pecan Pie…Yes You Can!
Leave it to the folks at America’s Test Kitchen to dig into the science on this special recipe challenge! Traditional … More
Client Stories: Kate
Kate– “My husband wants home-cooked plant-based meals and I simply don’t have the time to spend menu planning, shopping, prepping … 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
Client Stories: Mark and Rachel
Rachel– “Chef Melanie is a life saver! She made a week’s worth of delicious vegan meals for us when we … 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
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
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
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
Client Stories: Alex
Alex– “My daughter is vegan and when she comes to visit over school breaks I never knew what to feed … 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
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
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
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Muffins
These tasty muffins are standard in my seasonal recipe rotation. They are moist and richly flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice … More
Vegan Pumpkin (or Sweet Potato) Pie
This is hands-down the best pumpkin pie recipe out there! The sweet, creamy filling is firm without being dry, and … 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
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, … 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
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