Want to add a new twist to your holiday dishes? With a “piney” flavor similar to rosemary and undertones of citrus, juniper berries add an earthy richness to a wide variety of dishes. Technically not a berry – junipers are a part of the pine family – they are part of a cone that develops […]
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Seeing is BeLeafing…this is a plant-based fried “egg”! Looking for a way to lower your weekly grocery bill? How would you like to lower your cholesterol at the same time? The price of eggs skyrocketed in the past twelve months due primarily to the worst outbreaks of avian influenza on record. More than 58 million
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In my opinion, every rave-worthy pot pie starts with two crusts. Two homemade crusts. Don’t worry, making your own pie crust is surprisingly easy. Especially if you have a food processor. A pastry blender works just fine too. And yes, vegan pie crust is just as buttery and flaky as nonvegan crusts. Simple to make…
When the temperature begins to dip along with the setting sun, dinner calls for something a bit more substantial, and warm. Hmmm…anyone interested in hot, bubbly, double-crust pot pie loaded with seasonal veggies? Every great dish is the sum of its ingredients. The better the quality and freshness, the better the results. I visit my
Crunchy, packed with heart-healthy ingredients like wholegrains, nuts, and seeds… this is my new go to for breakfast and snacks. And it is SO easy to make. Once you try this you will never go back to store-bought granola! Some of my favorite ways to enjoy this flavorful fall delight: Sprinkled on top of apple
The pumpkin seeds used in this recipe, also known as “pepitas”, are the green, flat oval-shaped fruit inside the hard white outer shell of seeds we commonly scoop out of pumpkins during the fall. Not only delicious, they are surprisingly nutritious! Pumpkin-seed protein is a very high-quality protein — comparable to soy protein — containing
Summer is upon us and the variety of fresh fruit available at the grocery stores and farmers markets and, if you’re lucky enough, your own back yard is almost an embarrassment of riches. Everyone loves pie but the lazy days of June, July, and August lend themselves to simpler recipes that are a snap to
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Ah, summer vacation! Even though our school years may be over, the prospect of a relaxing getaway during the languid months of June, July, and August is exhilarating! Whether you’re attending a wedding or planning a sojourn to a sunny beach spot, it still feels like summer break. And even though we may toss our
As a vegan home chef, founder of an online vegan cooking school, and contributor to My Cooking Magazine, I cook a lot! And occasionally I am short on time and starving! Until recently, finding vegan food on the go has been a challenge. Plant-based fast-food options are popping up everywhere these days. Chalupas at Taco
Is Thanksgiving really all about the side dishes? If you or some of your family members and guests follow a vegan or plant-based lifestyle, they most certainly will be grateful for an alternative to the main dish (gobble, gobble) as well as some tasty sides. Plant-based diets are trending so there’s a good chance vegan