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Recipes
Sloppy Bulgur Sandwiches
Don’t let the “unattractive” name of these sandwiches fool you! These sandwiches are absolutely delicious and quite nutritious as well! Serve these up to the family (vegans and non-vegans alike), and they are sure to be a new family favorite. Don’t
detailsGrilled Portobello Tacos with Salsa
Looking for a quick dinner for those busy week nights? This recipe is just what you need and it’s tasty too! Juicy, earthy portobello mushrooms make these tacos a mouthwatering treat. Don’t worry if the mushroom caps seem slightly undercooked when
detailsRocky Road Brownies
A recipe excerpted from Quick and Easy Vegan Bake Sale By Carla Kelly (The Experiment, dist. by Workman/April 2011). I had some leftover marshmallows and dried cherries one day and was trying to think of a way to
detailsSpelt Jam Thumbprint Cookies
A recipe excerpted from Quick and Easy Vegan Bake Sale By Carla Kelly (The Experiment, dist. by Workman/April 2011. Just as the title says, your favorite jam is baked into a cookie, with a cute thumbprint filled with
detailsBrazilian Orange & Blackberry Cheesecake
This delicious cheesecake was shared with me by Cherise Grifoni, author of “The Part-Time Vegan”. Many thanks to Cherise for sharing this recipe!! The awesomeness of these bright flavors make my brain hurt and also makes me
detailsVegan Paçoca (pronounced like pa-SSO-ca)
Who doesn’t like a vegan sweet-treat every now and again? I know I do and this tasty sweet and salty treat is the best of both worlds for pure satisfaction! Thanks to Cherise Grifoni, author of “The Part-Time Vegan” for sharing
detailsKale Pesto
Are you looking for a way to get your dark green leafy veggie on? Read the nutritional benefits on this tasty green vegetable then try this very yummy pesto. Though greens in general are nutritious foods, kale stands a head above
detailsTofu Quiche
This dish was very tasty and even easier to prepare! Thanks to Christine Waltermyer, author of The Natural Vegan Kitchen, and to Book Publishing Co., allowing me to share this recipe. Ingredients 1 pound firm tofu, drained
detailsSherried Mushrooms
Spanish sherry and garlic combine to make these mushrooms fragrant and flavorful. They are best served with small slices of warm crusty bread. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes used according to your own heat tolerance. This recipe is posted
detailsGinger-Spice Cupcakes
Everyone loves cupcakes and you’ll especially love how easy they are to serve at a party—no messy slicing and serving a cake is needed since everyone gets their own personal cake. Thanks to Robin Robertson, for sharing this recipe. This recipe
detailsSzechwan Green Beans and Shallots
This tasty dish was shared by Robin Robertson, author of many vegan cookbooks. This recipe is from Party Vegan (c) 2010 John Wiley and Sons. Spicy and crisp-tender, these green beans are as flavorful as any you’d find in a Chinese
detailsFinger-Lickin’ Tempeh Fingers
This tasty dish was shared by author Robin Robertson, recipe from Party Vegan (c) 2010 John Wiley and Sons. The spicy-sweet sauce made with smoky chipotles and apple juice cooks into the tempeh as it simmers, making these luscious “fingers” finger-lickin’
detailsPasta with Asparagus in Lemon Cream Sauce
This recipe was shared by Melisser Elliot, author of The Vegan Girl’s Guide to Life. I have to say, this was very tasty! 1 pound pasta noodles 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 to 1 teaspoon
detailsChewy Gooey Brownies
These brownies are awesome, especially if you are looking for a quick dessert (which happens to be chocolate). My family absolutely LOVES brownies of any kind, and these were no exception. They are a huge hit and you will definitely be
detailsTofu Chilaquiles
This delicious and quick recipe was shared by Lindsay Nixon, author of The Happy Herbivore ( from the section “one-pot meals” ) Ingredients: 1 pound extra-firm tofu 12 ounces salsa verde ½ tsp chili powder 2 tsp cumin 1 whole onion,
detailsInstant Cookie Dough
This yummy (and quick) dessert was kindly shared by Lindsay Nixon, author of The Happy Herbivore. Be sure and check-out her blog for more yummy recipes too! http://happyherbivore.com/blog/ Instant Cookie Dough 1 c. oats 2 tbsp peanut butter 3 tbsp pure
detailsDouble Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients 1/2 cup vegan margarine (I use Earth Balance) 1 cup sugar (I use Whole Foods Vegan Sugar) 1 tbsp vanilla 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds (I use Bob’s Red Mill) 1/2 cup soy milk 1 and 1/2 cups all purpose
detailsTofu Fried Rice
Cooking the rice ahead of time will save time when preparing this easy vegan version of take-out stir fry. This dish is very tasty and comes together in a snap! Makes 4 servings. Ingredients ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce 2
detailsTaco Salad
This taco salad is very tasty and very easy to prepare. You can use kidney or black beans if you wish instead of the pinto beans that are used in this. The addition of some homemade tortilla chips makes this taco
detailsPasta Primavera
This is really the perfect dinner if you’re in a hurry and need to get dinner on the table fast, or if you have some left-over vegetables substitute them in this easy, breezy pasta recipe that comes together in a snap!
detailsSkillet Lasagna with White Beans
Here’s a nice change to that same lasagna we have all made. This one is tasty and comes together all in one skillet! I absolutely love those one skillet meals. By adding the spinach and the wheat germ, this lasagna takes
detailsChocolate Cake with Fudge Frosting
This is one of the yummiest cakes I have ever had, and it’s RAW!! You will absolutely fall in love with how well this comes together, and it’s quite rich and decadent. This recipe comes from the book Raw for Dessert,
detailsReal Deal Oatmeal
You must use oat groats for this recipe. The flat little white oat wafers most people use to make oatmeal are not oat groats. Even steel-cut oats are not oat groats. Oat groats look like fat brown grains of rice. You
detailsOoey Gooey Brownies
These brownies are sooo yummy, but you have to make sure as not to over-bake them. These brownies are scrumptious and may not be around too long as you’ll want to eat them all at one sitting. Ingredients 6 oz unsweetened
detailsRed Velvet Cupcakes
These cupcakes are absolutely delicious and one of my favorites from the book Are You Sure That’s Vegan. Interested in more yummy vegan recipes like Maple Walnut Cookies, Donuts, or Cinnamon Buns? Check out Claire’s book! Click Here!
detailsMu Shu-Vegan Style
This dinner came together in about 30 minutes, which works well for those quick week night meals; and if you use pre-shredded cabbage and carrots, you’ll save even more time. This meal is delicious and nutritious! Ingredients 2 Tbsp. canola oil
detailsMock Salmon Nori Rolls
Nori Rolls with Atlantis Pâté These make a beautiful and elegant appetizer and are not as difficult to make as you might think. The trick is in rolling them. Other types of pâtés work well, too, so feel free to experiment.
detailsChocolate Chip Muffins
These are absolutely the best chocolate chip muffins I have ever had or made! They are never around for long as my family eats them up pretty quickly. Try them and see for yourself! Ingredients 1 3/4 cups all purpose, unbleached
detailsHummus Pizza
This is a delicious and healthy pizza. The hummus replaces the vegan cheese, adding a unique yet tangy twist on the “traditional” pizza. Ingredients 1 ½ cups of prepared plain hummus 2 garlic cloves finely chopped
detailsChocolate Chip Cookies, aka The Blackout Cookies
This is one of my favorite cookies. I call them my “blackout” cookie because if you try to eat just one, you just can’t stop. Hence, the blackout! These cookies are totally amazing. Give ‘em a try! Note: You can substitute
detailsPenne Pasta with Zucchini
This pasta dish is superb! When you need a quick dinner, this is the quickest dish to throw together! Ingredients ½ pound penne pasta ½ cup tahini 1/3 cup vegan mayonnaise (I use Vegenaise) 2 Tbsp. capers, rinsed and drained 2
detailsChocolate Cookies with Chocolate Frosting
These cookies are so yummy and incredibly rich that you’re sure to want to go back for more! This recipe makes about 30 LARGE cookies. Ingredients for the cookies 2 cups flour 1 tsp. baking powder ¾ cup vegan butter (I
detailsTempeh Lettuce Cups
This salad is very tasty. It has the right combination of spicy and sweet. For extra added spice, add just a bit more of the Asian chili paste. Ingredients: 8 oz. tempeh 2 Tbsp. of light brown sugar ½ cup water
detailsChocolate Ice Cream-Raw
Who doesn’t enjoy ice cream? This is the BEST ice cream I have had! And it’s Raw! You will be sure to make this one again and again and your family and friends won’t know it’s completely raw! Ingredients: 1/2 cup
detailsNordic Winter Salad
Recipe reprinted with permission by the author Philip McCluskey Check Out his latest Recipe Book: http://bit.ly/9UPtqZ
detailsPenne with Cauliflower and Toasted Pine Nuts
Ingredients 1 box penne pasta (preferably whole wheat) ¼ cup pine nuts 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 small yellow onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, sliced kosher salt (to taste) black pepper (to taste)
detailsDeconstructed Enchilada Bake
This recipe was taken from the book “Vegan on the Cheap”, and it’s absolutely yummy!! I followed the recipe as is all the way down to the recipe for the cheezee sauce that goes on top. To me, including it instead
detailsBerry Smoothie
This smoothie is delicious as it is nutritious! Enjoy it for breakfast and add some flaxseed for an even healthier drink! I use fresh fruits (whenever available, but frozen works well too!) Ingredients: 1/2 cup almond milk (more may be needed
detailsAsian Beefless Stir Fry
Ingredients: Beefless strips or beefless tips (I use Gardein) Olive oil Frozen Asian stir fry vegetables (I like the one with baby corn, edamame, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts, etc.) Sesame oil Low sodium soy sauce Electric wok or non-stick
detailsVegan Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 ¼ cups sugar (I use turbinado) 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa 1 tsp. baking soda (I use Bob’s Redmill) ½ tsp. salt 1/3 cup Earth Balance Spread 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp. white vinegar
detailsFudgy Chip Cookies
These fudgy chip cookies are just that! Fudgy and deliciously chewy! They take no time to prepare and taste best when still warm! Enjoy with a cold glass of soymilk!! Ingredients: 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
detailsWalnut Dusted Fettuccine with Caramelized Vegetables
Although I cannot give the “specific” amounts as to what goes in this dish (I need permission from the publisher or author), I can share this much: Ingredients: Olive oil Garlic Yellow onion Thyme Savory Salt Pepper Apple cider vinegar Light
detailsPeanut Butter Cookies
It’s really hard to find a good peanut butter cookie recipe that’s not overwhelmed with baking soda or salt, and that tastes like what a peanut butter cookie should taste like. I think that this recipe is a keeper. It has
detailsBlueberry Muffins
I just love blueberries and any opportunity that I have to make anything with them I do. This is one of the best vegan blueberry muffins that I have tried and made. Enjoy these on a lazy Sunday morning with a
detailsStrawberry Cobbler
When it’s strawberry season, and you have lots of strawberries around, here’s a really quick cobbler to put together for those lazy days! Ingredient List 6 cups fresh strawberries, halved 3/4 cup sugar, divided 1/2 cup plus
detailsBest Vegan Bar-B-Que Sauce
How many times have you been in search of a REALLY GOOD bar-b-que sauce and been disappointed? I feel your pain, I was there once myself. So in my effort to make a really good sauce, I tinkered with this and
detailsEasy Vegan Strawberry Muffins
In my effort of baking (of which I usually don’t do), I discovered a moist and quite tasty strawberry muffin recipe (besides, I needed something to do with all of these strawberries I had). This recipe is quick (which I love)
detailsTunisian-Inspired Stuffed Bell Peppers
These stuffed bell peppers cooked in the slow cooker were a sheer delight to eat and fix. After all, the slow cooker does all the work! I tested these stuffed bell peppers for Robin Robertson’s book (not yet released), so I
detailsThe Best (and easiest) Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
These were the best oatmeal raisin cookies I have ever made and had! They came out so moist with just the right amount of chewiness to them. They are very easy to make and taste delicious! You have to try these
detailsLemon Cake with Icing
By far, this is the easiest and moistest lemon cake that I have had. With the incorporation of coconut oil, it’s even more scrumptious. Serve this after dinner along with some coffee or a tall cold glass of soy milk.
detailsThere is no love sincerer than the love of food. ~George Bernard Shaw
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