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Carrot Sunflower Bean Burgers (GF)

I just made up this recipe today… “WET” INGREDIENTS: 1-2 cloves garlic, minced small wedge chopped onion (about 1/4 to 1/3 cup) 1 chopped carrot 1- 15 oz can kidney beans (rinsed and drained) 1 T...

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Lake Tai Vegetarian Restaurant (Kelowna, BC, Canada)

Today we passed through Kelowna on the way to Big White Ski Resort. We’ve never been to this part of Canada before.  Of course, every trip away from home is a fun opportunity to check out new...

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Italian Cannellini Bean Burgers (GF)

WET INGREDIENTS: 1-2 cloves garlic, minced chopped onion (~1/4 to 1/3 cup) chopped red pepper (~1/4 to 1/3 cup) 1- 15 oz can organic Cannellini (white kidney) beans, rinsed & drained 1 T tahini 1 T...

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“Use Fewer Noodles” Lasagna

This is a quick vegan lasagna I whipped up tonight.  My goals were: to use up some lasagna noodles I’ve had in my pantry for a long time. to use fewer noodles, to substitute vegetables (zucchini and...

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Chinese 5 Spice Gingerbread (GF)

This gingerbread is delicious and “just sweet enough.” For this, I started with my Sunflower Butter Energy Bar (GF) recipe.  My original goal was to create a gingerbread-flavored version.  However, I...

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Bird-Friendly White Bean Burgers (GF)

Well, this is #3 in my bean burger series.  When I discover a formula that works, I go with it! Burger #1 had a Mexican flavor.  Burger #2 had an Italian quality. Now, burger #3 has seasonings that...

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Tempeh Mushroom Taco Filling (NSNG)

I created this dish as a healthier alternative to the packaged vegan taco meats that I’ve used in the past (like Yves Meatless Ground Taco Stuffers and Soyrizo).  For sure,  they are delicious (YUM!),...

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All Mixed-Up (Bend, OR)

I’m visiting my family in Bend, Oregon. Ever since my niece and nephew were little, my sister has used the words “treat land” to describe dessert. Last evening, after our dinner of homemade veggie...

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Portland Breakfast Showcase

Today was day 2 of the ’13 Vida Vegan Con (VVC). Here are pictures from the Portland Vegan Breakfast Showcase… A.N.D. CAFE 5420 E. Burnside “Meat”loaf Benedict = Walnut Loaf, Herb Tofu &...

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Mixed Berry Ice Cream (NSNG)

This is a Plant Powered NSNG (No Sugar No Grains) ice cream that I whipped up using my Vitamix blender in literally under 5 minutes.  I portioned the resulting soft serve into 15- 1/2 cup size freezer...

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Tangy BBQ Tempeh (NSNG)

Here, I challenged myself to create a sugar-free BBQ sauce for tempeh.  I was tempted to add a tablespoon of molasses, but I resisted the urge and kept this recipe strict NSNG (No Sugar No Grains).  If...

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Tempeh Veggie Curry (NSNG)

Here’s my basic curry recipe that feeds the two of us generously for a simple, one dish meal.  Feel free to use whatever veggies you like in the same general quantities.  For a bit of fruity sweetness,...

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Chocolate Shake (NSNG)

Tonight I just couldn’t “shake” my craving for something sweet- in particular, chocolate ice cream. Problem: No ice cream in the house. Solution: My Vitamix blender and some healthy ingredients that I...

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Quick Asian Salad (NSNG)

**INGREDIENTS 1/4 cabbage, chopped (raw or blanched) 1 carrot, cut in thin discs 1/2 yellow or red pepper, sliced wafer thin slices of onion, to taste 1 C garbanzo beans 1 “bundle” Saifun Bean Threads...

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Curry Soup (NSNG)

I’ve been working on this Curry Soup recipe for a while, and I do believe I’ve got it right!  It is so very creamy and delicious.  (NSNG = No Sugar, No Grains) It is mildly spicy, so if you need to...

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Real Pumpkin & Spice is Nice

Welcome, Fall! It’s that “Pumpkin Spice Latte” time of year, again.  Who doesn’t love a warm mug of autumn cheer? Be warned, though-  The popular pumpkin spice flavor at Starbucks is not vegan.  Boo!...

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White Bean & Seed Burgers (NSNG)

Well, I finally got around to creating a couple Plant Powered No Sugar No Grains (NSNG) burger recipes… Basic White Bean & Seed Burgers Curry Patties For these 2 new recipes, I used my usual...

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Mexican Butternut Squash Soup (NSNG)

I love to make soup with baked squash.  This one is pretty spicy (by my palate), but still flavorful and not too spicy.  (I’ve definitely overdone it in the past!)  If you want to ease it up, just back...

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Coconut Cacao Nut Butter Bites (NSNG)

Here are some fat bombs…AKA energy bombs!  Fat is not a bad word around here, did you know that? I made these bites without any sweetener, so they are NSNG (No Sugar No Grains).  They are not sweet, so...

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Pumpkin Spice Yam Shake (NSNG)

O-M-G! I threw this thick shake together using some ingredients I had in my freezer and fridge and it turned out sooo thick, creamy and delicious that I must post the recipe! Some of the ingredient...

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Italian Lentil Soup (NSNG)

It’s time for a new soup flavor!  This delectable Italian-flavored soup is mildly spicy.  Adjust the black pepper and crushed red pepper amounts to your own liking…Enjoy! INGREDIENTS 1 T coconut oil 6...

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Coco-Hazelnut Snack Cakes (NSNG)

This was my first attempt at making a NSNG (No Sugar No Grains) and GF (Gluten Free) “cookie,” and also my first time using coconut flour.  I’ve got to say– I did pretty good!  The only thing “bad”...

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Reuben Soup (NSNG)

I love, love, love (!!) Allison Rivers Samson’s recipe for Grilled Tempeh Reuben Sandwiches so much that I decided to turn it into a soup recipe. Tonight, I used red lentils instead of tempeh, and I...

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Cranberry Banana Snack Cakes (GF)

Here is a snack cake (i.e. healthy cookie) that is gluten free (GF) and almost fully NSNG (No Sugar No Grains).  The little bit of sugar comes from the cranberry sauce.  Otherwise, they are just...

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Coco-Hazelnut Rice Milk

I’ve been making my own non-dairy milks in my Vitamix blender for as many years as I’ve been vegan (over five!).  Homemade milks save you $$ MONEY!  I’m frugal to the core. Homemade milks also taste...

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Baked Apples

For me, pregnancy means hunger!  Tonight, I was craving something sweet.  However- I’m at my ski condo, which means there are very few ingredients here to work with.  Fortunately, I was able to put...

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Maple Persimmon Muffins (GF)

My friend, Sharon, generously gave me a couple cups of ripe persimmon fruit over a year ago.  Well, today I finally thawed them out and created this recipe.  This version is gluten free (GF), but you...

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Fig Banana Corny Oatcakes

FIG BANANA CORNY OATCAKES Since I give my baby, Todd, a pancake with his green smoothie each morning, I’m experimenting with different pancake recipes these days.  My goal is no added sugar and using...

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Cashew Oat Milk

THIS is my new favorite homemade non-dairy milk! For years and years I was in the habit of making homemade milks using a combo of some type of raw nut (including Brazil nut, cashew, almond, and...

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Blueberry Pancakes

This is the pancake that I feed my toddler every single morning.  I make a batch, then freeze.  He eats plain cut-up pieces and likes to make “dippers” in his green smoothie.  Todd thinks they’re yummy...

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