When it comes to enhancing the flavors of your favorite dishes, condiments play an important role. However, many popular condiment brands on the market today contain unnecessary oils, added sugars, and salt, which can compromise your health goals. While it’s always a plus to…
Cooking Tips
How to Cook with Tempeh: A Complete Guide for a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet
If you’re on a journey toward a healthier lifestyle through a whole-food, plant-based diet, you’ve probably heard of tempeh. This protein-packed, fermented food is a staple for many vegans and vegetarians. But what is tempeh, and how do you cook with it? In this…
How to Roast Nuts and Seeds at Home Three Ways
(Updated 8-14-23) Nuts and seeds are an important part of a whole-food, plant-based diet. They are an unprocessed source of fat, and fat is necessary for a healthy diet. Without it, we could be vulnerable to dry rashes, vitamin deficiencies, hair loss, or even…
Tofu: A Versatile Plant Protein
The popularity of plant-based diets has soared, especially for people eating a plant-based, vegan diet, and tofu has emerged as a versatile, nutrient-rich staple for those seeking a wholesome alternative to animal products. Although not everyone loves tofu, often because of its texture, the…
Guide to Preparing and Cooking Tofu
Updated, May 2023 Tofu, derived from soybeans, has long been a staple in Asian cuisines, but its popularity has now spread across the globe. It’s especially important for those eating a plant-based vegan diet because of its high protein content and nutritional value. Known…
Is Microwaving Bad?
People are not always happy to see that I suggest microwaving in some recipes. There are other cooking options and, of course, people can choose to cook another way. However, I thought it important to cover this topic and clear the air so you…
Dutch Oven Plant-Based Recipes
A Dutch oven is a kitchen essential. As the workhorse of pots and pans, it can go in the oven or on the stove, making cooking up a variety of dishes an absolute breeze. Cooking with a Dutch Oven Owning a Dutch oven could change…
Tips for Marinating Tofu
Tofu is a delicious whole-food, plant-based alternative source of protein, and you can use it in loads of different recipes. From vegetarian non-meat loaves to breakfast scrambles or stir-fries, tofu can be a welcome and flavorful addition to any dish. Here are my tips…
The Everything Plant-Based Meal Prep Cookbook
I’m so excited to share my cookbook, The Everything Plant-Based Meal Prep Cookbook. The cookbook has 200 whole-food, plant-based (and vegan) recipes to keep you healthy. In addition, Chapter 1 shows you everything you need to eat a whole-food, plant-based diet, AND useful tips…
Plant-Based Whole Foods from Trader Joe’s
If you’re lucky enough to have a Trader Joe’s near you, you know that it offers great savings and delicious options. However, not everything fits into our whole food plant-based lifestyle. I’ve created a list for you so when you DO shop at Trader…
The Trusted Plantricious Certified Seal
If you’re confused about what to eat on a whole food plant-based diet because there seem to be so many different takes on it, look for the Plantricious label to help clear things up. Find Recipes on Plantbasedcooking.com You can easily find Plantricious recipes…
Should You Eat Packaged Foods on a Whole Food Plant-Based Diet?
Let’s face it – even though we know that a completely unprocessed whole food plant-based diet is the healthiest way to eat, for many of us it’s unrealistic to avoid ALL processed and packaged foods. We want to be successful with our plant-based lifestyle,…
Cooking Without Oil
OIL-FREE COOKING AND BAKING To promote optimum health, many in the plant-based community recommend eating very little or no processed oil. I agree with this, so cooking without oil is a great skill to have. Even olive oil is partially saturated and contains 119…
How to Make Oil-Free Salad Dressings
ROCK YOUR SALADS THE HEALTHY NATURAL WAY! If you’re anything like me, dressings are often the best part of the salad – or at least it’s what I most look forward to! The right dressing can be the highlight of the salad or even…
Meatless Makeovers and Dairy-Free Delights
It’s time for a meatless makeover! Why? Because eating less meat (and dairy) can protect your health, including your arteries, help you lose weight and even reduce your risk of death. If you’re new to eating a whole food plant-based diet you may be…
