Hi Reader, In my email a few weeks ago I asked if anyone would be interested in a chocolate version of my popular vegan gluten-free pie crust. The answer was a resounding "Yes!" 🥰 So here we are! Think of it like the ready-to-eat chocolate cookie crusts or graham cracker crusts you can pick up at the store. It's tender yet sturdy enough for creamy fillings – like the peanut butter pie pictured below (👈recipe coming Tuesday). Chocolate Pie Crust You'll love how easy this crust is and that it's...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, In case you missed it, I sent an email on the 14th with some of my most popular "classic" Thanksgiving dinner recipes. The problem is, I have so many favorites, it's always difficult to narrow it down! Also, we all have different tastes and dietary needs (or are accommodating guests who do)... And maybe you're just a total rebel 😎 and like to try new things every year, which by the way, I completely agree with! 🙌 So today I thought I'd share some of my slightly more unique holiday...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Last week I had a craving for vegan coleslaw and decided to make a batch for our meal prep. That was also while I was testing and writing up the recipe for this cranberry salad dressing. Considering my mild obsession with cranberries, you can probably guess what happened next. Cranberry Coleslaw Imagine everything you love about creamy and tangy coleslaw, with tart cranberry sauce blended right into the dressing. 🥰 It's an eye-catching, wintry side dish perfect for weeknights,...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, It's hard to believe Thanksgiving is less than two weeks away. Whether you have a family gathering to attend, a Friendsgiving potluck, or it's just another fall day, you've gotta eat, right? With herbs like rosemary, thyme, and sage and dishes like cornbread dressing and pumpkin pie, the flavors of Thanksgiving have always been favorites of mine. 🤤 So I guess it's no surprise that after 14 years of being vegan and 7 years as a recipe creator and blogger, I've ended up with quite a...
13 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Every holiday season I end up sharing AT LEAST one new cranberry recipe on the blog. Actually, it's usually more like two or three. At our house, we're slightly obsessed with this beautiful fruit! And it's not just because my husband is from Wisconsin, where more cranberries are produced than any place in the world (although, that's probably how his obsession started). Cranberries are simply magical. I mean, that color! Plus, they're rich in antioxidants and the high pectin content...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Pie season is officially upon us. 🥧 And while I’m not above grabbing a vegan-friendly store-bought crust in a pinch, I have to admit, making your own can be surprisingly easy (and way more satisfying). Over the years I’ve developed a few “not-so-traditional” crusts — from my go-to almond flour version to a nut-free spin with sunflower seeds, and even a cozy oatmeal press-in crust that kind of tastes like oatmeal cookies. I’ve shared a few notes about each crust below, plus some of...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Last week I realized I had a surprising amount of canned pumpkin in the pantry. So naturally, I decided to turn it into a new recipe. If you're anything like me, as soon as September hits you start picking up a can of pumpkin here and and a can of pumpkin there. You know, just in case. I guess "just in case" means different things for each of us, but when you create recipes for a living, there's nothing worse than having a moment of inspiration and then realizing you don't have the...
25 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, With these cooler temps and earlier sunsets, I'm feeling especially drawn to easy dinners that fill my need for "comfy cozy" fall vibes. And I figured I'm not alone in that! So I thought I'd share some of our favorites, including the ricotta pasta we had tonight. Vegan Ricotta Pasta w/Kale TVP Tacos Marry Me Chick'n White Wine Pasta Sweet & Sour Tofu Quick Sesame Noodles I hope you enjoy the recipes, and have a safe and fun Halloween. 🎃 ~Lori
28 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Are we ready for cozy casseroles yet? 🙌 I've always loved the flavors of Thanksgiving. Cornbread dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, homemade seitan turkey.... What can I say? I love this food! But what I hadn't shared yet was a green bean casserole recipe. I already have a Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup that I LOVE (and highly recommend you try), but for this casserole I wanted a version that doesn't require cashews or a blender. One less dirty dish, right? Vegan Green Bean...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read