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Gluten Free, Oil Free, Vegan Pumpkin Pancakes

Pancakes suggest a more indulgent and lazy start to the day, but these gluten-free, oil-free, vegan pumpkin pancakes come together in a hurry and provide…

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White Bean Veggie Burger – a Different Burger

Today we are sharing a recipe that we have been enjoying quite a bit recently. Its a White Bean Veggie Burger that is quick, easy…

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Vegan Gluten-free Fritters (Oil-free, too!)

Vegan gluten-free fritters! Did that get your attention? Fritters are a fave for lots of people, but they usually are made with dairy (eggs, milk,…

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Pesto Stuffed Mushroom Caps

These Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms Started Down The Street There is a little story behind this recipe for vegan stuffed mushrooms. We are fortunate to live…

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5 Reasons You Should Eat More Carrots: the Benefits of Carrots

Move aside kale, here come carrots! Personally, I don’t think carrots get enough credit. So, this post is all about the benefits of carrots! All…

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Vegan Food in Cocoa: Paisley Vegan Kitchen

On a recent family vacation to Florida, Greg and I snuck away on a rainy afternoon to explore Cocoa Village and visit a great little…

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White Bean Bruschetta

This white bean bruschetta answers the challenge of 'just bring an appetizer' ​This recipe for vegan white bean bruschetta came together, like many of our recipes, because we…

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Carrot Ginger Soup – Colorful, Sweet & Soothing

Despite the fact that it’s the beginning of March (and we here in the Northeast keep getting stretches of 60 degree weather), it still feels…

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Reader Comments

Minestrone Soup

“I served this recipe at a family gathering because I needed a vegan option to a more traditional chowder. It was a total hit! Everyone who tried it commented on how delicious it was. I was impressed by how easy it was to prepare and I chose fresh cilantro which added to the presentation. This is a great recipe!”

~ Robin

Nacho Cheese Sauce

“This recipe is seriously AMAZING. I use it as nacho cheese, as a sandwich spread, and as a mac n cheese sauce. My boyfriend and I have been making this as mac n cheese almost every week for the past year. It’s crazy delicious and so easy to make. Thanks!”

~ Christina

Vegan Gluten-free Lasagna

“Amazing and delicious! Thank you so much for this recipe. My vegan husband can hardly believe there is no dairy.”

~ Amy

Vegan Gluten-free Lasagna

“Made this tonight- I precooked the zucchini a little to eliminate the water and added fresh parsley and more Daiya to the “ricotta.” It was delicious! Even the non-vegan husband approved! Thanks for the delicious recipe.”

~ Sandra

Reader Email

“(your recipes are) easy to make and most importantly, so scrumptious!  I have felt no meat or dairy cravings these past few days and have certainly felt no deprivation of tasty meals. We’re having your Chickpea Curry for dinner tonight and look forward to trying all of your other recipes. Thank you!”

~ Maybo

Black Bean & Veggie Enchiladas

Oh my gosh….I bow down to you for this delicious vegan recipe!! …EVERYTHING TURNED OUT AMAZINGG!! Thank you, thank you.

~ LC

Best Vegan Chili Ever

“I am not vegan, but this chili was absolutely fantastic. My family could not believe this was vegan and loved every bite. It was thick, hearty, and full of flavor. … I am slowly transitioning into a more plant-based diet and this has become a go-to recipe in my household now. Thank you so much!”

~ Casey

Best Vegan Chili Ever

“Just made this recipe for the first time! I am contemplating going vegan and at least trying to have a more plant-based diet. This was a winner recipe for me and my husband (who is no where near a vegan). … there were no complaints from the hubby … I paired it with vegan corn bread and now I can’t wait to have this tomorrow!”

~ Tatum

Reader Email

“If I could fill all of our meal requirements with recipes as tasty and satisfying as yours, I would have no problem converting to a plant based diet for life!”

~ Maybo

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