There are lots of recipes for vegan quesadillas out there and many of them are fantastic. Sweet potato and black beans seem to be a popular filling, and although that works for a quick throw-together meal, it's not usually what I'm thinking about when I'm craving a quesadilla. Quesadillas are a special treat for me, and when I want them, I want the kind I used to order in restaurants. Savory, melty, spinach and mushroom quesadillas are my favorite, so that's what we're making today.
Read MoreGrilled Tofu Pesto Salad
Sure, pesto is a classic pasta sauce, but did you know it also makes a great salad dressing? Bursting with fresh basil, homemade pesto is a special summer treat that can be whipped up in a food processor. Combine it with grilled tofu, sweet new potatoes and juicy cherry tomatoes and you've got yourself a refreshing meal that highlights some of the best offerings of the season.
Read MoreGreek Orzo Salad
Like a lot of folks, I tend to gravitate toward lighter foods as the weather warms up, moving away from hot soups and stews to sprightly salads. Yes, I know...the s word. Vegans can be wary of salads because omnivores assume they're all we eat, and omnivores are wary of salads because, well, I'll admit they can be boring and unfulfilling. Obviously, it doesn't have to be that way.
Read MoreChipotle Barbecue Baked Beans With Tempeh
I know barbecue baked beans are something people usually eat in the summer, yet I can't help but feel like they make the perfect winter dish. They're warm, hearty and spicy...what else can you ask for on a cold day?
Read MoreFall Soup
As the season draws to a close, I find myself eager to snatch up the last of the fall goodies at the farmer's market before it's gone until spring. This soup gives me a good excuse for that, and, in keeping with my newly-founded tradition of dedicating soups to people I know, this one goes out to my friend, Kate.
Read MoreWhite Chili
I decided it was time to inaugurate the first soup recipe on this blog, and with the weather turning colder and colder, a chili seemed like the best choice. I've also decided to start doing something new. From now on, I will dedicate each soup recipe to someone awesome in my life.
Read MoreEggless Salad
Okay, yes, it's been done before. Everyone knows that replacing the egg in egg salad with tofu is one of the easiest vegan things you can do in the kitchen. But is it worth it? What I mean is, does it taste good? Good enough to remind you of sunny picnics and squirrels and hitting your sibling in the head with a frisbee "on accident"? Don't pretend you don't know what I'm talking about.
Read MoreGrilled Tempeh Sandwiches With Sun-dried Tomato Artichoke Spread
Ok, guys. It's time to put down the Tofurkey and get serious about sandwiches. When is making a fancy sandwich worth the extra work? When it's THIS sandwich. I don't screw around with caramelized onions, people. I pair them with a heavenly sun-dried tomato artichoke spread that's ridiculously easy to make. Did I mention the peppery arugula and basil? Let's do this.
Read MoreDeluxe Broccoli Salad
I've "fancied-up" this potluck classic by giving it lots of extra flavor while still keeping it quick and easy to prepare.
Read MoreWatermelon Cucumber Salad With Tempeh and Mint
Sweet, savory and bursting with summer herbs, this salad is one of my favorite homespun recipes. It's great for bringing along to a picnic or barbecue.
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