This recipe for Vegan Low-Fat White Bean Alfredo is comfort food at its finest. If you are someone who has a mac n’ cheese craving that seems like it just can’t be satisfied, this recipe is sure to become one of your favorites. After all, there is something so homey and satisfying about a big bowl of creamy pasta that can’t be beat. Many people worry that being vegan means you can’t have things that are rich and creamy, and many who balk at a vegan lifestyle start by listing the comfort foods ...
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Energizing Organo Black Tea Peach Mint Punch
After the long, dark slumbery winter months, I'm feeling ready to take on my goals for the year. How about you? I'm sharing a recipe for Energizing Organo Black Tea Peach Mint Punch to help get you energized for your tasks ahead. Sometimes, it may seem easier to reach for an unhealthy beverage to quench your thirst and get you going first thing in the morning. I get it. I like my beauty sleep as much as the next person. But, when it's so easy and quick to drink something nutrient-rich, why ...
Vegan Blueberry Danishes #BCBlueberries
Lately, I've been on a mission to "do summer" - which to me means going to parks, having picnics, going out on road trips, swimming in lakes, and generally enjoying life outside as much as possible! With this mission in mind, I put together a recipe for vegan blueberry danishes since they're easy to make, pack, and eat during summer adventures. But, as an added bonus, blueberries freeze really well - which means you can make this recipe anytime of the year! Some of my closest friends have ...
Quick Fresh Vegan Avocado Salad Dressing
When it gets really hot outside and you would rather not turn on your stove or oven to cook, a big salad is here to rescue you! I enjoy topping my salad with homemade salad dressing using avocado and just a few other ingredients. I can create an Avocado Salad Dressing in mere minutes and it keeps for 3-5 days in the fridge to dress salads throughout the week. Avocado Salad Dressing Avocado salad dressing - perfect for fresh salads 1 medium avocado1/3 cup water2 tablespoons olive ...
Vegan Chickpea Yakhni Pilau
At many special occasions in my family and community pilau or yakhni are served. These are dishes that generally take a bit of preparation to put together and quite a lot of ingredients. These dishes are always looked forward to, well-enjoyed, and highly praised. Unfortunately for me and other vegans/vegetarians, these traditional dishes always contain meat. My vegan chickpea yakhni pilau is a spin on a well-known classic. Not only is my vegan chickpea yakhni pilau meat-free, it also comes ...
Vegan Pav Bhaji Recipe
Celebrating how much you love you partner, children or others doesn't have to mean defaulting to the old standbys of breakfast in bed or cake. I've always been partial to meals that make me feel warm and cozy inside; meals served at home and made with love. While others I know celebrate anniversaries and how much they love each other out at restaurants where prices are raised for occasions like Valentine's Day, I've always preferred to cook at home. Cooking a meal at home, preferably with ...
Quick Vegan Chana Masala
Without fail whenever I go out to an Indian restaurant, I want to order chana masala. This delicious, aromatic chickpea curry is definitely one of my favourite comfort foods. I like that no matter where I go, I can enjoy this staple food with relative ease. I know what to expect when I order chana masala. That familiar, authentic taste can now be enjoyed with more frequency, thanks to discovering Chana Masala recipe mix from Shan Foods! I had no idea that my favourite Indian food dish was so ...
Vegan Gluten-Free Millet Flour Flatbread
This post contains affiliate links. If you make any purchases, I may make a small amount of money at no cost to you. I received a Breville Boss Blender in order to write this and other blog posts in my ancient grains series. I'm on a foodie adventure right now. This year, I'll be trying out a variety of ancient grains and creating recipes with both the straight grains and flour I've milled from the grains. I'm trying out new recipes, different types of grains, and ways of cooking in order ...
Vegan Tofu Biryani
This Vegan Tofu Biryani dish is so easy to put together, making it perfect for New Year's Day brunch! Go ahead and sleep in and relax - this dish won't take long to make! Whether you're having a potluck brunch or are inviting friends and family to your home to celebrate the new year, I'm sure everyone will appreciate the authentic taste of this classic biryani with a twist. I'm working with Shan Foods to share authentic, easy recipe mixes, pickles, and ginger garlic pastes with you. This post ...
Vegan Belgian Waffles Recipe
I post waffle recipes so often here on my blog and on my Facebook profile that people have come to think of me when they eat waffles! :D I call that winning! I've posted lots of fancy vegan waffle recipes, but here's a basic recipe for vegan Belgian waffles that you can use to adapt and jazz up as you see fit. I've shown it, below, with 3 different kinds of toppings. ...