Hi Reader, Writing an email subject line that starts with "dirt" feels really weird. π
So let me back up... are you familiar with dirt cake (aka "dirt cups" when served in individual portions)? Basically, the classic version of this dessert consists of crushed Oreo cookies (the dirt), layered with a creamy concoction of instant pudding mix, Cool Whip, powdered sugar, and cream cheese. People love it because it's: a) delicious, b) easy to make, and c) fun to decorate in all kinds of ways!...
8 days agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi Reader, It's no secret, I have a thing for chili. ππ But not just any old vegan chili. I like it thick and seriously flavorful. I like the kind of chili that you can feel confident serving to both vegans and meat-eaters alike. The kind of chili that's so robust and satisfying, people turn to you and say, "THIS is vegan?" The kind of chili that has everyone asking for the recipe! π Instant Pot Sweet Potato Chili Packed with all the good stuff! Lentils, beans, sweet potato, jalapeno, and...
15 days agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi Reader, Have you tried black cocoa powder? I really like it. It's less bitter than natural cocoa but still dark and rich-tasting. If black cocoa (affiliate link) IS new to you, this simple cookie recipe is a great way to try it out! EASY Black Cocoa Cookies Flourless, chewy, dark, and ridiculously easy to make with just 1 bowl and 5 ingredients! Think of these like a softer, healthier Oreo (minus the cream filling). Tap for the recipe Popular Cookies Recipes: Vegan Protein Cookies Lightly...
24 days agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi Reader, I'll admit, I'm jumping the gun a little with this recipe. π But it's easy to make, and leftovers keep for days...so why wait for Thanksgiving? Fall is my favorite time of year for food and I have a tendency to lean into it! π I'm sure I'm not alone here. I didn't grow up with wild rice, but my husband did and really loves it. So I thought I'd put my spin on an autumn wild rice pilaf. The wild rice is cooked in broth (because it tastes so much better than cooked in water), then...
29 days agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi Reader, I am in LOVE with this salad! I don't even know what to say, other than... you have to try it. π I don't care about trends, but even I've noticed bulgur has been having a rather long 15 minutes of fame thanks to Jennifer Aniston and her favorite salad. As we move toward fall, I thought it would be fun to do a bulgur salad with seasonal veggies. But instead of the usual suspects, like roasted sweet potatoes or squash, I wanted to stick with the good old standbys that can be eaten...
about 1 month agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi Reader, Last week I shared a new biscuit recipe, and now itβs time for a rich and creamy gravy to go with 'em. This one is surprisingly easy to make with plant-based sausage, flour, and non-dairy milk. If you're not in the mood for biscuits, don't let that stop you! The gravy reheats well throughout the week and tastes great with pretty much everything: ...potatoes, rice, tofu, chick'n cutlets, and roasted vegetables. One day Mark even mixed some into leftover orzo and raved about the...
about 1 month agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi Reader, Do you like biscuits? Fluffy, tender, flaky, Southern-style biscuits? Growing up in Alabama, biscuits and gravy was easily my favorite "special" breakfast. π My biscuit standards are pretty high, which is probably why it took me 7 years to get around to sharing a vegan biscuit recipe. π« Also, since I don't cook with vegan butter very often (and I know many of you don't either), I knew I couldn't do it the usual way. It's easy enough to make biscuits with plant-based butter, but I...
about 2 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi Reader, I have a fun new dessert recipe to share with you today. It's simple to make and almost too good! π
Cheesecake Pudding Tap for the recipe Initially, I'd planned to test the recipe with a base of silken tofu, similar to my tofu cheesecake. Then I realized I didn't have any silken tofu! I had just gone grocery shopping and wasn't about to go back. So I had to pivot... I knew cashews would taste amazing and create a really rich and creamy pudding. I also have a lot of almond flour on...
about 2 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read
Hi Reader, Growing up in the South, comfort food was everything. Biscuits, gravy, casseroles, you name it. The flavors were rich, the portions were generous, and the food always came with a side of warmth and connection. These days, as someone whoβs studied plant-based nutrition and lives on the veggie-loving side of the kitchen, I still crave those familiar, cozy dishes. But now I find comfort not just in the flavor, but in knowing the food Iβm eating is nourishing, too! Thatβs exactly why I...
2 months agoΒ β’Β 1 min read