People often think that vegans face a limited menu. But I’m constantly inspired to cook new recipes and try new ingredients by reading cookbooks and watching cooking shows. I’ve shared with you all before my unabashed adoration of Italian chef Giada De Laurentiis and her show Giada at Home. My Sundays always start by lounging … Continue reading
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Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Stuffed Shells with Lemon Rice & Creamy Lemon Herb Sauce
As yesterday commemorated Mother’s Day, celebrating moms everywhere, I wanted to make a dish in honor of my mother. My mother and I share a strained relationship. But despite our complicated past littered with disappointment and pain, she yields a tremendous impact on my life. While I don’t have very many happy memories growing up, I do fondly … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Vegan Raspberry Scones
As you’ve all probably gathered by now, I love NYC. Not only is it my fave city in the whole world, it’s the city I want to live in. The museums, the restaurants, the shopping, the architecture, the noise, the crowds…I adore it all. Did I mention the food?? One of my favorite places to … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Vegan Tomato Basil Strata
Every Sunday morning, I like to eat my Kashi cereal, Trader Joe’s British muffins (just like English muffins but vegan!) and lounge around watching Giada at Home on the Food Network. I love the way Italian chef Giada De Laurentiis whips up beautiful meals, in her beautiful home with her beautiful clothes…it’s food porn! Occasionally, … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Mango, Black Bean & Lime Rice Tacos
So the BF loves tacos…I mean all he wants to devour morning, noon and night is pizza and tacos. When he had to go out of town for a week-long business trip, I thought it would be nice to celebrate his coming home with…you guessed it..tacos! But I wanted the tacos to be a little … Continue reading
World Vegetarian Day Recipe: Quick & Easy Tomato Veggie Soup
I know, I know…you’re all thinking, “What’s The Opinioness doing posting a recipe on a Friday??” But I wanted to share a recipe with all of you in honor of World Vegetarian Day! October 1st isn’t only World Vegetarian Day, it also kicks off Vegetarian Awareness Month. Cutting out meat just one day a week, … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Broccoli, Mushroom & Tomato Tofu Quiche
Happy Meat-Free Monday, Everyone! This is a lovely dish for brunch, holidays, or anytime. With the filling, you’ll get a nice array of colors with the green broccoli, red tomatoes and a yellow “egg” color from the turmeric. And while it’s all about the taste, a nice presentation never hurts. Most people are intimidated by … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Vegan Potato & Mixed Vegetable Pot Pie w/ Golden Mushroom Gravy
Some people perceive vegans to be food-haters but nothing could be further from the truth for this vegan! I absolutely love to eat, as do many of my veg comrades. But I do miss some non-veg dishes. I used to love pot pie with its flaky crust, warm vegetables hiding underneath mixed with gooey gravy. … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Strawberry & Banana Stuffed French Toast
Happy Meat-Free Monday, Everyone! I love to eat and my favorite meal is brunch. I mean when else can you have an excuse to be drunk before 11am and not be viewed as a lush? But there aren’t many vegan-friendly options in the traditional brunch menu. However, I have veganized this delicious and decadent … Continue reading
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Tofu Spinach Lasagna
Happy Meat-Free Monday, Everyone! As a vegan, substituting dairy products has become fairly easy and routine. But there is one thing I miss, crave and dream about — cheese! Luckily, some recipes sate that craving. This delectable dish is one of them. This recipe comes from my favorite vegan cook and baker, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, author … Continue reading
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