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Savory White Bean Gravy

Fastest ever gravy!  This version, with savory spices, is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner. Top potatoes, lentil loaf, tempeh, stuffing, biscuits. No oil, no gluten, no soy, no nuts and low fat. Great taste and texture. Savory White Bean Gravy 1 … Continue reading

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BBQ Tempeh Lettuce Wraps – Gluten-Free Vegan Meals in Minutes

Working late and need an easy idea for a super quick, yet healthy dinner?  Try these BBQ tempeh lettuce wraps.  Not familiar with tempeh?  It’s made from fermented soy beans and is a whole, unprocessed food.  Be sure to get … Continue reading

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Raw Vegan Nacho Cheese Zucchini Chips

I have a couple other tasty recipes on the blog for zucchini chips – spicy Asian and chili lime. I love zucchini because they’re so easy to grow and they’re so versatile.  I think dehydrated chips have become my absolute … Continue reading

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Trick or Treat Vegan Style

The scariest thing about Halloween to me is looking at the ingredients in all that crappy candy.  First, most of it isn’t vegan – and I’m not talking about just the milk chocolate.  Red candy is often colored with the … Continue reading

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Guilt Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan Mac and “Cheese”

Mac and Cheese – the ultimate comfort food.  But the real stuff is not gluten-free, fat free or healthy.  It’s filled with calories, animal cruelty and artery-clogging cholesterol. I’ve had some really good vegan “cheese” sauces. My favorite is Heidi … Continue reading

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Raw-vocado Key Lime Pie

Hubby and I were headed to some friends’ house for dinner and were bringing dessert. It was a hot day and I started to ponder what to bring.  My friend is an amazing cook and she enjoys experimenting with recipes … Continue reading

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BBQ Berbere Portabella Comfort Bake

Dinner was so good tonight I just had to take a picture and share.  I work a lot of hours and often get home pretty late. I’m hungry. I’m tired. Even though I love to cook, I just don’t have … Continue reading

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Raw Hummus Rules!

Hummus is one of the most versatile foods I can think of. It is good as a dip, spread and even as a salad dressing. And it’s chalk full of nutrients – fiber, calcium, protein just to name a few.  I … Continue reading

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Raw Tahini

I love tahini. This middle eastern spread gives baba ganoush and hummus distinct flavors. Sesame seeds are loaded with calcium and protein. It’s just good stuff!  But most tahini is made with toasted seeds so, while it’s delicious,vegan and gluten-free … Continue reading

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Fiesta Jackfruit and Polenta

I had never heard of jackfruit until about six months ago. I’d seen it featured in vegan pulled “pork” sandwiches, tacos, even “pot roast” but never had a chance to taste it. A few months ago, hubby came back from the Asian market … Continue reading

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Simple Sprouting Idea

My first attempt at sprouting turned into a glumpy, moldy mess. I tried sprouting quinoa and used a sprouting jar, following all the directions.  I’m not sure what went wrong, but I really hate to waste food, so I went … Continue reading

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Gluten-Free, Vegan Blueberry Bread

This is one of my favorite recipes when I’m having guests over. It makes a great breakfast or a nice dessert.  My non-vegan and non-gluten-free friends and family love this bread.  I hope you will too! Gluten-Free, Vegan Blueberry Bread … Continue reading

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Open-Face Tempeh Pizza Sandwiches

These are quick and easy to make. They remind me of pizza burgers, only way, way better.  And much better for you too. 8 oz. tempeh patty 1 cup  of your favorite marinara sauce 4 slices toasted gluten-free bread Vegan mozzarella … Continue reading

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Almost Taco Tuesday

OK, so it’s not technically a taco, but it is Tuesday and this was pretty tasty.  Hubby and I must have been on the same wavelength.  I saw a post for Vegan Taco Tuesday and knew I had the perfect … Continue reading

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Crispy Not-Fried Onion Rings

One of my favorite holiday dishes as a kid was green bean casserole. I loved sneaking some of the french fried onions straight from the can.  It’s been years since I’ve had them since they are not gluten-free. I don’t … Continue reading

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“Raw-kin” Awesome Pumpkin Pie

Raw pumpkin just didn’t sound appetizing to me or to hubby. He wrinkled up his nose when I told him I’d be making raw pumpkin pie.  I figured if it was gross, I could always cook it.  But, to both … Continue reading

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Turn Off the Oven! Raw, Vegan, Gluten-Free Pie Crust

I wish I could say I love the holidays, but with my busy life, each year it seems I’m busier than the year before. What a challenge to figure out how to get all those extra things on my to-do list … Continue reading

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Raw, Vegan, Cinnamon-y Apple Crisp

Buy fresh fruit in season and you can’t go wrong, right? Apples are in season in the U.S., on sale and super delicious.  So buying a big bag of organic apples was a must on my to-do list. While I … Continue reading

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Vegan “Parmesan”

“I just can’t give up cheese!” If only I had a dime for every time I’ve heard that excuse for not choosing a plant-based diet.  Cheese is crack. If you eat it, you’re addicted. It clogs your arteries, raises your cholesterol and … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Curry

Fall is in the air and the chilly weather makes me crave warm food.  And pumpkin.  Every year, I cook pumpkin and freeze it in small containers to enjoy all winter.  I like it sweet or savory.  This Indian inspired … Continue reading

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