Vegan living in the real world: recipes, reviews, tips to help you thrive.

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