Let’s whip up a delicious Oat Groat Risotto, a wholesome twist on the classic dish. Rather than traditional rice, we are using nutrient-rich oat groats for a chewy, yet creamy texture as the base. The hearty portobello mushrooms infuse a deep, earthy flavor, while the butternut squash adds a subtle sweetness and velvety richness. Combined…
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Vegan Penne Pasta Bake
This hearty and nutritious dish brings together penne pasta, a savory blend of vegetables, lentils, and marinara sauce, making it perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It’s also an ideal go-to recipe for potlucks and effortless entertaining. This is a vegan adaptation of a pasta dish I used to make before embracing a…
Easy Vegan Faux Parmesan
If you are lactose intolerant, follow a whole food plant – based diet, or embrace veganism, this recipe is perfect for you. While it doesn’t taste just like Parmesan cheese, it does offer a delightful cheesy flavor that enhances a variety of dishes. Whether you’re sprinkling it over your favorite pasta dish, a pan of…
Quinoa Minestrone Soup
Minestrone, a hearty soup hailing from Italy, boasts a rich history rooted in rustic culinary traditions. Crafted from a base of aromatic mirepoix—celery, onion, and carrots—this soup unfolds with a medley of seasonal vegetables, often embracing a vibrant array of beans and tomatoes. My own gluten free rendition diverges from the classic minestrone blueprint yet…
Ultimate Vegan Caesar Dressing with Nuts
This is the vegan Caesar Dressing that my family requests for every get together! It’s garlicky, thick and creamy with a little tang. Our son told me it’s so good I should bottle it and sell it. My family are pretty picky eaters so this is high praise from them. If you want to win…
Vegan Caesar Dressing Oil Free
There are a few things I missed from my previous way of eating and one of them was a Caesar salad with a creamy garlicky dressing. I wish I could share a sample of this dressing with each and every one of you. Since that isn’t possible, let me show you how easy it is…
Fresh Tomato Marinara
Three simple basic ingredients can be transformed into a rich, sweet, delicious marinara that will make you feel like a real chef. The secret is to make sure the fresh tomatoes are juicy and sweet. Use any type of tomatoes that you have but be sure to taste them first. The marinara is only as…
Mushroom Spinach Lasagna Vegan
Lasagna is a huge comfort food for many people including my family. This fabulous Lasagna recipe is my most requested meal when the family is getting together anytime of year. They love it. I make it for Christmas, birthdays, Mother’s and Father’s Day. It feeds a crowd and is filling without making you feel stuffed….
Basil Tofu Ricotta
A delightful whole food plant based version of a ricotta cheese that will knock your socks off! It is creamy, scrumptious and mimicks it’s dairy counterpart and will even fool the non plant based eaters in your life. It only takes a few minutes to make this recipe – easy peasy. I like easy. It…
Classic Marinara Sauce – No OIl
Making a classic marinara sauce is very easy and simple using pantry staple items. No need for oil either – this tomato based sauce is still going to be full flavored and make your taste buds dance! It goes together quickly and needs just a small amount of simmer time. Enjoy it over your favorite…