Ah, the humble cranberry! A tart delight adored by many for it’s rich color, bold flavor, and versatility. This little berry is packed with antioxidants and helps tremendously with inflammation and improved immune system response. Did you also know that cranberry supplements help decrease incidents of urinary tract infection (UTI)? They can also, when paired…
Category: Recipes
Garlic Basil Tomato Soup
It’s finally getting cold! It is the perfect soup weather! I adapted a recipe from the Ninja blender company that is sure to satisfy on these cold, autumn nights. Cozy up with a vegan grilled cheese for a comforting meal tonight! Garlic Basil Tomato Soup Mmm! My belly is warm and satisfied just thinking about…
Vegan Pumpkin Bread
It wouldn’t be Halloween without putting the noble pumpkin on the menu! I also want a treat that’s not as tricky with preservatives and empty calories. So for us, a solution – Vegan Pumpkin Bread! It’s full of lots of good stuff so you won’t feel as bad eating the whole loaf (I promise I…
Vegan Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
It’s the best time of year! Spooky season! It is also October, National Pasta Month, so what better way to celebrate than combining pumpkin AND pasta? Don’t worry – this is a savory take on the more popular pumpkin spice, so get the crushed red pepper and hot sauce ready! (This recipe is adapted from…
Homemade Vegetable Broth
Are you tired of the expensive vegetable broths you purchase at the store? Sick of the excessive amount of sodium and preservatives within them? Sounds like you should try your hand at making your own! It is as simple as saving your vegetable scraps after you cut them for other recipes. Find a freezer-safe container…
Gluten-free Lentil Bolognese
It’s October! Not only is it the best month of the year (Halloween, Samhain, Dia de Los Muertos, and certain awesome people’s birthdays), it is Vegetarian Awareness Month! To make it even better, it’s also National Pasta Month! Truly it is a time to celebrate. In the spirit of this Month, let’s veganize a favorite…
Pantry Raid Recipe – Mexican Scramble
Welcome to my new feature, Pantry Raid Recipes! Have a few food items sitting around in your fridge and cupboards? Not sure what to make? Never fear for Mau is here! The following is a recipe that includes some items that were about to expire, so I dashed to throw something remotely edible together. The…
Tofu Caprese Toast
Miss the taste of caprese but don’t want the expense of mozzarella? Look no further than these tofu caprese toasts! With a quick swap for sliced, extra firm tofu and kosher salt, this combination will satisfy your craving for the classic recipe. I find it difficult to stop at just one! Tofu Caprese Toast Voila!…
Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Now, now, before you run off screaming about one of the most hated vegetables on the planet, trust me: this recipe will help you enjoy them! Much of why these nutrient-packed gems are despised is due to their highly bitter flavor, especially when served raw. However, with a little oil, salt, pepper, and heat, these…
Vegan Whole Wheat Bread
Vegan whole wheat bread you can make at home? Sign me up! The following recipe was adapted from one I found on the King Arthur Flour website. While it does take a long time (about 3 hours), it is absolutely worth it. It tastes much better than store-bought and contains no additional preservative ingredients. All…
BBQ Chickpea Salad
Need some Monday Motivation? Try making this salad for lunch today! Chickpeas are the star of the show, baked and seasoned with a smoky and spicy BBQ flavor. This is a definite must-have during the heat of summer, but do we really need an excuse for a refreshing salad? Let’s make it! BBQ Chickpea Salad…
Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal
Oatmeal is delightful, what can I say? It is versatile, easy to prepare, and can be enjoyed any time of day. It is also full of antioxidants, soluble fiber, and iron. Couple a bowl of oatmeal a day with a diet lower in saturated and trans fats and you have a two-punch team to decrease…
Marble Banana Bread
Vegan AND gluten-free? Sold! This decadent marble banana bread is more like a cake, without the addition of any refined sugars or flours. My suggestion? Top it with chocolate chips and eat it with a spoon! Let’s put those dark, overripe bananas to good use and make something to satisfy those chocolate cravings without the…
Breakfast Scramble
Who says eating vegan must be a drab affair? Definitely not I! Below is a simple and fulfilling breakfast recipe that will get you ready to go for the day. It incorporates a product near and dear to my heart called “JUST egg” (https://www.ju.st/en-us/products/consumer/egg). You can (usually) find it at market retailers in the egg…
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