Mushroom Bao from Meera Sodha’s “East”

Mushroom Bao from Meera Sodha’s “East”

If light, fluffy little sandwiches filled with savory, flavorful mushroom filling and sharp little pickles are you’re idea of a good meal, you are in good company! These mushroom bao are just that- the hearty mushroom filling is the perfect accompaniment to the real star 

Homemade Vegan Strawberry Flavored Chocolates

Homemade Vegan Strawberry Flavored Chocolates

We have chocolate, we have white chocolate (which is basically vanilla chocolate), so why don’t we have strawberry flavored chocolates? Well, now we can, thanks to a technology originally invented for the military but now can be used to make all sorts of things fruity 

Vegan Scampi in Lemon Garlic White Wine Sauce

Vegan Scampi in Lemon Garlic White Wine Sauce

Fire up the skillet, and get your pasta water boiling, because it’s time to make vegan scampi! This lemon and wine filled sauce coats your pasta in garlicky goodness, accompanied by delicately brined hearts of palm “scallops”, and bits of fresh parsley. A fun and 

Crazy-Easy Sloppy Joes – 5 Ingredient Vegan Cookbook Review

Crazy-Easy Sloppy Joes – 5 Ingredient Vegan Cookbook Review

Like it or not, the world seems to be getting faster, and we’re all more busy, and most of us don’t have a huge amount of time to dedicate in our kitchens. Meals that can be made quickly and simply, without much fuss or bother 

Quick & Crispy Zucchini Fritters + “Vegan Comfort Cooking” Review

Quick & Crispy Zucchini Fritters + “Vegan Comfort Cooking” Review

As summer hits its peak, markets and gardeners will find themselves inundated with never-ending pounds of zucchini and summer squash, covering every farmers market stall, and filling your kitchen counters and fridge space. If you find yourself totally overwhelmed with zucchini this summer, here is 

Mediterranean Stuffed Mushrooms + 30-Minute Frugal Vegan Recipes Book Review

Mediterranean Stuffed Mushrooms + 30-Minute Frugal Vegan Recipes Book Review

If you’re here looking for a delicious, savory, flavor-packed, bite-sized, vegan party nibble, you’ve come to the right spot. These Mediterranean stuffed mushrooms are all those things, plus can be made in about 30 minutes while on a budget. Although they’re easy to make, and 

Make-Ahead Chia Pudding Parfaits + Cookbook Review

Make-Ahead Chia Pudding Parfaits + Cookbook Review

These make-ahead chia pudding parfaits reminded me of something basic- I love fruit! I don’t buy it nearly as often as I should, in part because I really enjoy cooking and fruit is often eaten raw (I’d be a terrible raw vegan). But the chia 

Peanut Udon and Tofu + High-Protein Vegan Cookbook

Peanut Udon and Tofu + High-Protein Vegan Cookbook

“You’re veeegan? But where do you get your protein?” This repeated refrain is basically like being inducted into the vegan club. Along with “plants feel pain too” and “BACON!”, the phrases basically start to sound like the buzzing of an annoying mosquito- ever present, unceasing, 

Tastes Like Chicken Pie + Great Vegan Meals for the Carnivorous Family

Tastes Like Chicken Pie + Great Vegan Meals for the Carnivorous Family

Crispy, flaky crust, with a savory, gravy filled ramekin, and stringy king oyster mushrooms, seasoned with thyme, this tastes like chicken pie is the wholesome, vegan equivalent of the classic dish. This simple, flavorful recipe is from “Great Vegan Meals for the Carnivorous Family” by 

Roasted Carrot, Garlic and Rosemary Soup + The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook Review

Roasted Carrot, Garlic and Rosemary Soup + The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook Review

Have you ever had something that just seemed to be the essence of a vegetable, despite other flavors weaving in and out, accenting but somehow highlighting the essence of that vegetable? That’s how this roasted carrot soup with garlic and rosemary is. It’s all about