This Thai peanut stir fry has a great mix of vegetables to add lots of flavor and nutrition to your dinner meal. Team this vegan stir fry with freshly cooked brown rice, flavored with cumin, spring onions, and raisins. The meal will tempt even the most meat-loving family member. This Thai recipe has a nice …
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This recipe for vegetarian stuffed portobello mushrooms has been adjusted for a meatless diet without sacrificing any of the delicious taste of a meaty dish. I love portobello mushrooms in just about any dish that calls for mushrooms. They are hearty, filling, and just delicious. The next time you want something different for dinner, instead …
This vegan broccoli pasta is an adaptation of the regular recipe that contains full cream and butter. It’s a great choice for those who don’t eat dairy products. This dish is the epitome of comfort and flavor. It has perfectly cooked pasta coated in a velvety sauce infused with the rich aroma of garlic, onions …
This curried carrot soup makes a wonderful and luxurious starter to a healthy meal. The recipe uses tofu, onions and vegetable broth and is very easy to make. I’ve recently adopted a vegan diet along with my daughter Jess. The original recipe for carrot soup had lots of butter and cream, so we had to …
These Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies have a crunchy outer layer of dark chocolate (cocoa) with a filling of smooth peanut butter. It’s Meatless Monday, and we are having Thai peanut stir fry with brown rice tonight. My husband is always in the mood for something sweet after dinner. These vegan cookies are the perfect …
This Vegan lasagne is full of flavor and heart-healthy vegetables without all of the fat and cholesterol that a normal lasagna contains. At only 300 calories per serving, it is also easy on the waistline. Deciding to adopt a vegan style of eating comes with its challenges. Many of the traditional “comfort food” dishes contain …
This tasty double dark chocolate ice cream is dairy free, gluten free and also great for those on a vegan diet. The warm summer months are the time for a big helping of your favorite cold desserts. It is loads of fun (not to mention tasty) to dig into a bowl of creamy, rich and …
This vegan peanut butter fudge is made by using a few easy substitutes. It is easy to make and tastes very much like my normal peanut butter fudge recipe. We just had a meatless Monday at our house and a Thai peanut stir fry was the star attraction. All of us are in the mood …
This vegan eggplant Parmesan casserole recipe will allow you to have one of your favorite Italian recipes and stay on your meal plan. I have a delicious recipe for baked eggplant Parmesan recipe but it is neither vegan nor vegetarian. My daughter is a vegan, so I adapt many recipes for her dietary needs. She …
This vegan tropical salad combines a mix of fresh greens, and veggies with pineapple and a tangy cilantro lime vinaigrette dressing. Since I am following a vegan diet, I used Gardein chicken strips, but normal chicken breasts would work just fine if you are a meat eater. These chicken strips are very tasty, meat-free, and …
Chinese five-spice powder is a traditional Chinese seasoning made from five spices: star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Szechuan peppercorns, and fennel seeds. Its flavor is warm and sweet with a subtle spicy kick. I often use it in stir-fries, in marinades for skewers, and with roasted meats. If you’ve ever wondered what’s in Chinese five-spice powder …
Cooking and baking without gluten doesn’t have to be difficult. With the right gluten substitutes, you can enjoy wheat-free versions of flour, pasta, sauces, and more without compromising flavor or texture. Finding the right gluten substitute for baking can be tricky. Some flours affect texture, others change flavor, and not every replacement works 1:1. We’ll …
Would you like a list of winter spices to use in Christmas recipes? This Christmas spices list is for you! Whether your tastes run to prime rib or a home-cooked turkey, knowing which Christmas herbs and spices to use is a must. The smell of a typical holiday dinner is a yearly happening that most of …
Would you like to know the best herbs for roasting turkey? Thanksgiving is coming soon, and a roasted turkey is on many menus. If you are cooking turkey for the first time, you may find yourself asking, “What herbs and spices go with turkey?” You can place a turkey in your oven and roast it …
Learn how to make liquid soap from bar soap with this simple, quick, and cost-effective DIY project. In this eco-friendly guide, you’ll find step-by-step instructions for how to turn bar soap into liquid soap, how to mix it properly, and ways to store it safely. If you’re looking to make a liquid soap that has a …
This peanut butter cream cheese frosting blends tangy cream cheese with rich peanut butter and honey. The recipe comes together in minutes! Lighter than buttercream, it spreads easily. Use it to frost cupcakes, top banana bread, fill sandwich cookies, or even as a dip for fruit. With just four ingredients and a short preparation time, …
After a long winter where not much is growing in the garden, it’s nice to have an early crop that likes the cold. Growing sugar snap peas gives the gardener a much anticipated outdoor task to do at this time of the year. Peas like cool temperatures and have a tendency to fade out when …
We all love easy recipes, and you truly can’t get much easier than these slow cooker recipes. All you need to do is load your slow cooker in the morning and get on with your day! Many slow cooker meals don’t even have additional steps once the cooking is finished. They are easy to clean …
It’s time to learn how to cook garlic with this easy roasted garlic recipe. The roasting process bring out the garlic’s natural sugars, producing cloves which have a deep, mellow and slightly sweet flavor. While some recipes can benefit from the sharp bite of fresh garlic, roasted garlic has a more nuanced flavor that enhances any …
Loaded baked potatoes (AKA twice baked potatoes and stuffed baked potatoes) are the ultimate comfort food. If you love them as much as my family does, these variations on loaded baked potato recipes are sure to please. Cooking potatoes this way – baking them first, then scooping out the potato filling and adding other flavors – …
These vegetarian twice baked potatoes are a favorite in my house. We love the texture and taste that comes from potatoes cooked with this technique. Twice baked potatoes are a cross between a normal baked potato and a creamy potato casserole. The potato is baked and then, when it has cooked, you scoop out the …
What are portobello mushrooms? This question may pop up for people new to gourmet cooking, or those seeking healthy diet options. Portobello mushrooms belong to a family of mushrooms known as Agaricus bisporus, which includes portobello, cremini, and white button mushrooms. When left to grow, white button mushrooms will spread out and develop a large …
Let’s have a look at cooking with bay leaves. These little green leaves pack quite a punch when it comes to adding flavor and aroma to your recipes. Bay leaves are commonly used in soups and stews, sauces, and marinades, where they simmer alongside other ingredients. Whole bay leaves are most commonly used due to …
Welcome to our guide for how to dry bay leaves from your own backyard bay laurel plant. It is so much easier than you might think! Dried bay leaves are sold at most supermarkets, but if you have your own plant, you can easily dry the leaves to use in your recipes (and the flavor …
Are you ready to try growing broccoli in your own garden? Contrary to what you may have read, it’s not a difficult vegetable to grow. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this article will provide you with valuable insights and practical tips for broccoli gardening. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll give you …
This manicotti with meat recipe adds a nice mix of veggies to the normal manicotti recipe that is made with pasta and ricotta cheese. It is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables and not complain. If you’re a fan of Italian cuisine and enjoy experimenting with flavors, then this recipe is …