This completely plant-based recipe for Vegan Chicken and Vegetable Dumplings comes straight from my mom’s old green recipe box. She grew up in Arkansas on a farm, and this original, classic, simple dumpling recipe was handed down from my grandmother Edith, who would round up the ingredients in her own backyard. It was a common …
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I am crazy about mushrooms, so this completely plant-based (vegan) Mushroom Stroganoff is pure comfort food bliss to me. A creamy sauce filled with aromatic sautéed mushrooms, garlic, onions, and tofu, piled sky high on a mountain of pasta. Hmmm…does it get any better? As a plant-based eater, mushrooms hold a special place in my …
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I am crazy about mushrooms, so this completely plant-based (vegan) Mushroom Stroganoff is pure comfort food bliss to me. A creamy sauce filled with aromatic sautéed mushrooms, garlic, onions, and tofu, piled sky high on a mountain of pasta. Hmmm…does it get any better? As a plant-based eater, mushrooms hold a special place in my …
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This easy, rustic recipe for Spaghetti Squash with Ratatouille showcases the Mediterranean flavors of eggplant, tomatoes, and zucchini against a backdrop of spaghetti squash, instead of traditional pasta. Whenever I enjoy this recipe, I am transported back to the farm, where I first sampled a recipe like this while on a farm tour at Tutti …
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This gorgeous, completely plant-based (vegan), gluten-free Ginger Lotus Root Stir-Fry with Red Rice is an easy meal you can get on the table quickly, though it certainly looks impressive! Based on simple Chinese food traditions, the ingredients of this quick stir-fry include carrots, ginger, garlic, tofu, mushrooms, peas, red rice and the star of the …
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Color is all the rage in food…so why not in a plant-based pizza? Especially if it’s packed with colorful, nutrient-rich veggies in every shade of the rainbow. I give you my masterpiece: Vegan Rainbow Veggie Pizza with Cornmeal Crust. This home-crafted pizza features a crunchy, whole grain crust, slathered with tomato marinara, sprinkled with plant-based …
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I don’t know about you, but I LOVE mushrooms. That umami, earthy quality is just something I crave, and it’s even more satisfying when you’re eating a plant-based diet, as I do. One of my favorite ways to enjoy mushrooms is in a simple pasta dish, like this Mushroom Bomb Lentil Pasta. In this dish, …
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When you have a bounty of gorgeous heirloom cherry tomatoes on hand, put them to beautiful work in a simple, easy, savory tart. This rustic tart is based on a crispy filo dough pastry, which is layered with a brush of heart healthy olive oil, then topped with home-made cashew ricotta, colorful fresh heirloom cherry …
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Meal prep is such a great tool for delivering healthy meals all week long. All you have to do is stock your pantry with some healthful ingredients (veggies, whole grains, pulses), and then cook up a whole batch of this 4-Way Meal Prep: Roasted Spiced Vegetables, Chickpeas and Quinoa recipe to pack away in four …
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Don’t you just love power bowls? You just start with a whole grain and layer in beautiful, nutrient-rich toppings and you’ve got an easy, flavorful meal in one. This super simple recipe for Berry Quinoa Power Bowl is inspired by berry season, when a variety of gorgeous, colorful, seasonal fruits are in season. Though you …
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