I must confess, I used to be a cooking show addict and although my obsession had subsided, I still watch some shows and find inspiration from them. Unfortunately, most cooking shows are not vegan or even close to plant-based or made without processed foods, sugar or oil. But I see this as a challenge and…
Cauliflower Pasta Alfredo
One of my most popular recipes on the website is the Cauliflower No Cheese Sauce and this Cauliflower Pasta Alfredo uses that as an inspiration. Instead of adding nutritional yeast and turmeric to make it an orange cheese color, this recipe uses potato and raw cashews to retain the light color of traditional Alfredo sauce….
Country Hash Browns with Sausage Gravy
Are you cravin’ yourself some tasty country hash browns and gravy, but just don’t want the added fat? Well, my friend, you’re in luck because you can make these beauties with nary a touch of oil! Yep! And, you can even make it easier with store-bought frozen hash brown. Just be sure to check the…
Beefless Stew (video)
This plant-based recipe for beefless stew reminds me of the traditional American beef stew I had growing up. It always smelled heavenly and we used to enjoy family time around the table eating this hardy, comforting meal. Sometimes I miss those recipes that make me feel all warm and cozy inside. This recipe will take…
Scalloped Potato and Cabbage Casserole
Pump up your scalloped potatoes with this cabbage and potato version. A creamy sauce made with non-dairy milk, nutritional yeast, and a little dijon mustard mixed in makes this dish ultra comforting. This scalloped potato and cabbage casserole would be great for any holiday meal, and most certainly will please and delight a crowd at…
The Science of Smoothies: Rick Bruess’ Superfood Smoothie for Your Health
Rick Bruess takes it in stride when his wife of 33 years, Laura, teases him about how long it takes him to make his signature “Superfood Smoothie” each morning for breakfast (see the complete recipe below). The retired Boulder couple are long-time vegans and competitive runners, and the Superfood Smoothie is essential for fueling their…
Vegan Tetrazzini with Soy Curls
I remember the dishes I used to eat before I started eating a plant-based diet and some of those were pretty tasty! Like Tetrazzini… all creamy and gooey with peas, mushrooms, and noodles. But now I can enjoy it again without the guilt with this Vegan Tetrazzini with Soy Curls. I have to admit, this dish…
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Risotto with Basil Pesto
I continue to be inspired by the Instant Pot. Yes, it does make beans in a flash like these Pinto Beans and Black Beans, but it is very versatile. I have even seen pasta made in the Instant Pot. So this beautiful spring dish of Butternut Squash Risotto with Basil Pesto was a natural for the…
Spring Asparagus, Pea, Zucchini Soup with Pesto
Spring, is coming! And, it’s time for another challenge from The Recipe Redux team, one of my families favorite recipes for springtime celebrations. This is a beautiful soup. It fuses the fresh flavors of the springtime vegetables with herbs and is then blended into a smooth, light and delicious soup. It’s even great served cold! It’s easy…
Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Cream
Cinco de Mayo is around the corner and fixing dinner doesn’t get much easier than this black bean tacos recipe. Especially, if you’ve just made a pot of fresh beans but you can use canned beans too. I like Eden Brand because they make their cans without the BPA lining. I usually keep several cans…
Avocado Tofu Chocolate Mousse
What’s not to love about a healthy dessert made with plant-based vegan goodness like this tasty avocado tofu chocolate mousse? It’s great for a snack or it’s elegant for dinner guests and so easy to put together. You’ll be out of the kitchen in a flash. Low fat and sugar desserts are sometimes hard to find…
Vegan Green Bean Casserole
This Green Bean Casserole is a healthier, dairy-free version, and as creamy and comforting as the original. I love serving this ultimate comforting dish during Thanksgiving, Christmas and for winter gatherings. Sauteeing the garlic and onions alone creates a pleasant aroma of warmth in your home, and makes you feel just so cozy… The luscious creamy…
Roasted Curried Cauliflower with Peas
Here’s a really quick way to get your veggies with lots of flavor on the table in a flash. Spiked with a dressing of nut butter and a hint of curry, this Curried Roasted Cauliflower will surely delight your most picky eaters. This dish is so simple, so quick, and so flavorful…this may just turn out to be…
Three-Bean Salad
This delicious mix of plant-based goodness is sure to satisfy your craving for the traditional three-bean salad, which is typically made with lots of oil and sugar. But this three-bean salad is the bomb, because it tastes great and is much healthier for you! I can’t say enough good things about beans. First, they’re on Dr….
Sauteed Greens
This is a very simple, but super nutritious dish and a favorite go-to when I don’t have enough time. I like to serve it over rice or in this case, quinoa salad. Sauteed Greens have powerhouse nutrition and here’s what Dr. Fuhrman has to say…“Raw leafy greens contain only about 100 calories per pound and are…
