Whether you have recently visited a lavender farm for the first time, or seen a friend get crafty with homemade lavender oil, chances are you’re here because you’re interested in exploring the many and varied uses for lavender. And the uses are varied indeed. From linen spray to doggie deodorant and bath salts to biscotti,… [Continue Reading]
From November through New Year’s, eggnog makes the short list of holiday drinks for many house parties and office gatherings. My mother always made eggnog milkshakes for Christmas Eve, and the flavor has always been one of my favorites. So what do you do when dairy becomes an issue? Many families deal with dairy-free issues… [Continue Reading]
Few flavors exemplify the winter holidays more than gingerbread. Recipes for houses and decorated gingerbread men abound, but few people have time to take on that level of project multiple times each season. That’s why I’ve compiled this ultimate list of gingerbread recipes featuring a wide variety of ways to enjoy this traditional holiday flavor… [Continue Reading]
A good collection of split pea recipes goes a long way towards supporting a menu plan of cheap food that’s also hearty and nutritious. If you think soup is the only option at your disposal, think again. These fun split pea recipes take this legume out of the boring box and bring it center stage.
Having been a fan of traditional split pea soup since I was a child, I’ve been on the lookout for an easy vegan split pea soup recipe for a while now. I’ve found several that were a bit longer on ingredients, but I wanted something easier. So I decided to create my own version.
Tropical, fruity chutneys are often called for as an accompaniment in many of my favorite international cuisines and recipes. So when I saw this easy, homemade version in Colleen Patrick-Goudreau’s book Color Me Vegan, I knew I had to include it as a companion piece to the book review.
This recipe from the book Color Me Vegan was shown paired with colorful veggie wraps that used nori sheets instead of tortillas. With only three ingredients and a blender required, it’s made my short list for quick and easy party sauces.
Nachos were one of the first things I stressed over when deciding to reduce our dairy intake. So when I saw this recipe for dairy-free nacho dip in Colleen Patrick-Goudreau’s The Vegan Table, I was stoked.
So many of my friends and colleagues are exploring gluten-free food these days, I thought I should give a nod to their efforts by posting this recipe for spelt-flour tortillas from the book Hearty Vegan Meals for Monster Appetites. The ingredient list is short, along with the prep time, making this a simple go-to recipe… [Continue Reading]
Finding suitable substitutes for your favorite meals can be a real challenge for those new to a plant-based diet. That’s why having a few helpful foods for going vegan is critical in the beginning. It helps you stick to your guns during the transition period. That’s why this recipe for a vegan tuna melt from… [Continue Reading]
If you’ve been trying to reduce or eliminate dairy due to allergies or the process of going vegan, chances are you’ve felt a bit deprived at some point. Any cheese lover making the transition does. And special events like Christmas or dinner parties? Fuhgettaboutit. You’re really going to want something that feels as decadent as… [Continue Reading]
These spicy vegan eggplant balls make for fabulous party fare.
Pistachios and cranberries make a healthy and hearty holiday flavor pairing for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. If you’re wanting to celebrate the colors of Christmas with these two foods, try this pistachio-cranberry couscous from The Vegetarian Meat and Potatoes Cookbook as a fun holiday dinner side.
Looking for an unusual lunch wrap recipe? Check out these cardamom and potato lentil wraps from the Vegetarian Meat and Potatoes Cookbook.
I’ve always been a fan of soups and stews, and have been on a quest ever since reducing our meat and dairy intake to find vegan and vegetarian recipes that meet our flavor standards. This recipe for spiced lentil coconut stew from The Vegetarian Meat and Potatoes Cookbook does just that.
