Hi, Reader, I asked the kids what they want on the dinner menu this week. Turns out my kids have good taste! :) Here is what we'll be enjoying: Monday: Pesto Pasta Bake (Caroline's choice) Tuesday: Pepper Steak (Matthew's choice...truth be told, this is not the version he asked for. I'll be making two options.) Wednesday: Spinach Gnoochi (Another of Matthew's choices) served with roasted asparagus (I added the asparagus...he won't want this. 🤷♀️) Thursday: BBQ Lentils, Mashed Potatoes, and...
16 days ago • 1 min read
I am not Irish and I've never really celebrated St. Patrick's Day. However, I do love my greens! To me, St. Patrick's Day recipes feature anything Irish-inspired, with green colored ingredients, or minty. Here are a few of our favorite vegan St. Patrick's Day recipes. Vegan Potato Soup Green Vegetable Soup Vegan Shepherd's Pie Roasted Potato Arugula Salad Dill Quinoa Salad Potato Veggie Fritters Vegan Green Goddess Dip Mint Matcha Smoothie Pineapple Spinach Smoothie Green Blender Juice Mint...
22 days ago • 1 min read
Hi, Reader, The women's Big 10 basketball tourney starts tonight and you're going to need all the chips and dip to cheer on your teams. Go Hawkeyes! 🖤💛 Not a basketball fan? That's ok. You're still going to love these delicious dip recipes for snacking. Of course, you can always go with crudités instead of chips if that's more your thing. Or maybe a combo of both! Here are a few of our favorite vegan dip recipes: Butternut Squash Queso French Onion Dip Green Goddess Dip Roasted Red Pepper...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Love is in the air! Valentine's Day is this week. Whether you're celebrating with a significant other, doting on your kids, living it up with your friends, or just treating yourself, I've got you covered with some delightful recipes. From breakfast to dessert, here are some of our favorite Valentine's Day recipes: Breakfast Strawberry Smoothie Bowl Strawberry Beet Smoothie Vegan Chocolate Donuts Overnight Chocolate Chia Pudding Dinner Lasagna Roll Ups Creamy Mushroom Pasta Butternut Squash...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Whether you're interested in the big game today or not, game day eats are always a good idea! Here are some of our favorites: Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip 3 Bean Corn Salsa Vegan Queso Vegan French Onion Dip Vegan Polish Mistakes Pesto Pizza Bites Tortilla Rollups Buffalo Cauliflower Vegan Soft Pretzels Sloppy BBQ Chickpea Sandwiches Vegan Chorizo Chili Vegan Tostadas Crunchy Black Bean Mini Tacos Go Team! Want more plant-based, easy family recipes? My cookbooks are available online and...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi, Reader, Why we love Buddha Bowls: Packed with plant-based protein Loaded with energizing whole grains Abundant with fresh vegetables Bursting with flavors and textures EASY TO CUSTOMIZE! Some of our family favorite bowl recipes: Mediterranean Grain Bowls Nutty Brown Rice Broccoli Bowls Pesto Quinoa Veggie Bowls Super Simple Vegan Burrito Bowls Roasted Veggie Rice Bowls BBQ Lentil Bowls BBQ Hawaiian Tofu Bowls Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowls What are your favorite bowl ingredients? Hit reply and...
2 months ago • 1 min read
With windchills nearing -30 this week, we are making allll the cozy comfort food! Here are 5 of our favorite easy comfort food meals that you can make this week! Easy Vegan Pasta Bake Sweet Potato Peanut Butter Curry Carrot Lentil Soup Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese Enjoy! Want more plant-based, easy family recipes? My cookbooks are available online and everywhere books are sold. The Meatless Monday Family Cookbook The Meat-Free Kitchen Plant-Based Diet...
2 months ago • 1 min read
I've been focusing a lot lately on warming comfort foods, like soups, chilis, pasta, and casseroles. But sometimes I just crave a classic sandwich! Here are my 4 favorite classic sandwiches...veganized!: Vegan Chicken Salad Vegan Curried Egg Salad Vegan Tuna Salad Vegan BLT What classic dishes would like to see veganized? Hit reply and let me know! Enjoy! Want more plant-based, easy family recipes? My cookbooks are available online and everywhere books are sold. The Meatless Monday Family...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Warm up with a hearty bowl of chili that’s 100% plant-based and packed with flavor! Chili is perfect for cozy nights, meal prep, or feeding a crowd. Whether you love it smoky, spicy, or loaded with veggies, these recipes are sure to satisfy. Here are some of our vegan chili recipes: 4-Ingredient Black Bean Chili Vegan Chorizo Chili Pumpkin Lentil Chili Meatless Taco Chili Vegan White Bean Chili Beanless Veggie Chili Crockpot Black Bean Butternut Squash Chili Enjoy! Want more plant-based, easy...
3 months ago • 1 min read