I frequently get asked if there are any foods that were my favorite growing up that were not vegan. Or which animal foods I miss the most. Too be honest, it is not the actual food I miss ( because honestly my tastes have just changed), but the social ease of eating food with other people…
Lunch
Spicy Pinto & Tempeh Chili
I typically try to avoid using products whose main goal is to “mimick” meat. While I think these products are great every once in a while as a treat, I don’t believe they should be a staple in a person’s diet. For some reason I’ve always put tempeh in this category of processed mock meat…
Summer Peach & Spinach Salad with Creamy Mustard Dressing
Ever since the early harvest a few weeks ago I have been eating peaches with abandon. Having plump, sweet, tangy, drip-down-your-arm peaches is truly one of the greatest feelings in life. I am probably averaging 2-3 large peaches a day (not sorry) either in my oatmeal, smoothies, with black-strap molasses, or sliced on their own. …
Oil-Free Takeout Chow Mein
I have never met anyone who does not like takeout noodles. There is something about them, the chewy noodle, the salty sauce, the semi soft veggies that just makes you feel like staying on the couch in your pajamas and watching your favorite shows. And while sometimes I crave killer takeout, I am always a…
Antipasti Pasta with Sun Dried Tomato Dressing
You know those fancy self serve olive bars in the grocery stores, I’ve always wondered if people actually used them since I rarely saw people lined up. It wasn’t until recently (when I finally got around to liking olives) that I understood the allure of an entire bar dedicated to salty, sour, spicy, preserved…
Roasted Radish & Spring Vegetables with Lemon & Thyme
When asked “what is your favorite holiday” most people would say Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Halloween. While I love these holidays as much as the next person with the time with family, incredible food, and indulgent treats. Nothing, and I mean nothing, in my book is better than Easter. If I look at it from a…
Spring Greens Sandwiches with Edamame-Dill Spread
Guys! Spring is finally here. Not only am I being woken up by the ungodly amount of chirping birds in the morning, a few days ago I had a rabbit on my back steps, AND I found daffodils in my lawn! The previous owners of this house must have planted them, or they are just…
Crunchy Kale & Caper Deli Salad
When I was coming up with this recipe, it was originally just for a creamy sweet dressing, and has since evolved into one of my favorite creations yet. I have had a package of golden raisins in my pantry for longer than I care to admit and I wanted to utilize their sweetness in a…
Fennel Minestrone with Orzo
Recently, with family in town I needed a quick and simple dinner to fill up my guests. So I consolidated my pantry and fridge and came up with this delicious concoction. Soups and stews are a wonderful way to get in lots of vegetables, grains, and greens. They are easy to make in large batches, so…
Crunchy Winter Slaw
Winter is not exactly the time we think to pile on the fresh fruits and vegetables, but it should be! Instead of thinking about apples and beets we are thinking about cookies, pies, casseroles, soups, stews, cinnamon rolls, and hot chocolate.