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Almost Mom’s Potato Soup

One of my favorite recipes from childhood was my mom’s potato soup. She’d make it in a stove-top pressure cooker and it was just so warming and comforting – the perfect tummy filler on a cold day.  Of course it wasn’t vegan … Continue reading

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15 Gluten-Free, Vegan Holiday Recipes

I’ve been writing my blog since 2011, and have many recipes scattered throughout the posts perfect for a holiday feast.  I thought it would be handy to compile their links into one post to make it easier for you to … Continue reading

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Fat-Free, Vegan and Gluten-Free Green Bean Casserole

Green bean casserole was a Thanksgiving tradition at our house.  I loved the combination of green beans, mushrooms and those crunchy little onion rings.  Here’s a variation that will make your guests want seconds and leave you licking the bowl. … Continue reading

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Fat Free Vegan Swiss “Cheese” Sauce

I love the fat free cheese sauce I posted last April, and have been itching to try a Swiss version. I finally got the chance to experiment yesterday, and the results were absolutely blog-worthy!  I love it with mushrooms and green beans. … Continue reading

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Simply Healthy Sweet Potatoes

Sometimes using less ingredients and allowing the natural taste of food to come through is not only simple and healthy, but also pretty tasty.  That’s the case with these sweet potatoes.  I’ve brought them to holiday potlucks and family dinners … Continue reading

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White Bean Pesto Spread

I can’t tell you how many times I hear people say, “I’d go vegan but I just can’t give up cheese.”   Sure it’s tough to give up cheese.  I feel your pain. I used to eat a lot of … Continue reading

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A Typical Gluten-Free, Vegan Day

Do you ever get frustrated looking at all the beautifully photographed recipes and wonder where those food bloggers find the time?  Guess what? I do too!  I love to cook. I love to write about what I’m making and share … Continue reading

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Alfredo Can Be Vegan, Gluten-Free, Fat-Free and Delicious!

Yes you can enjoy an amazing Alfredo sauce minus the dairy, flour and fat.  No really. You can! Just follow the simple recipe below and find yourself in dairy-free, fat-free, gluten-free, Alfredo bliss.  And tell me what you think after you try … Continue reading

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Carrot Dogs & Portoburgers

These are fun and truly fabulous!  Hubby was fascinated by these little “dogs” and a bit skeptical to try them, but one bite and he was hooked.  I am still searching for gluten-free, vegan hot dog and burger buns, so … Continue reading

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Grain Free Tarts

I love it when a mistake in the kitchen ends up turning into a recipe worthy of the blog! Playing with my hummus recipe before the vegan potluck, I added too much tahini and the hummus turned into dough.  So … Continue reading

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Brazil Nut Vegan Parmesan

I love Brazil nuts!  They are the best source of selenium on the planet.  And these powerhouse nuts are also a complete protein, filled with a laundry list of vitamins and trace minerals. This a super easy recipe, quick to … Continue reading

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Miso Sesame Kale Bowl-ed Over

Hubby and I enjoy grabbing a quick bite at Native Foods.  One of my favorite dishes there is the Sesame Kale Macro Bowl.  The recipe below is my knock off, minus the tempeh.  I love tempeh, but didn’t have any … Continue reading

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Amazing “Cheese” Sauce

I modified this recipe based on inspiration from Fat Free Vegan’s recipe for vegan nacho cheese sauce that was simply scrumptious.  Check it out and try the baked cauliflower too – yum! I wanted to make a vegan cheese sauce … Continue reading

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Red Lentil Loaf

There are many wonderful and compassionate vegan options to replace the meat on your plate at Thanksgiving – Tofurky, Harvest Field Roast, Native Foods Wellington and the list goes on. But for those of us who are gluten-free too, all … Continue reading

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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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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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