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  • Vegan Cornbread

    Vegan Cornbread

    Over the last 2 years, I’ve been slowly developing a vegan cornbread recipe that’s moist and slightly sweet. And friends, it’s finally ready to share with you. We love to pair it with chili, soup, black-eyed peas and greens and more. It cooks up fast and tastes delicious with lots of melty plant based butter.…

  • Vegan Whole Wheat Biscuits

    Vegan Whole Wheat Biscuits

    For the most part, I try to avoid making baked goods. I find that processed versions work just fine. Whether its to cut costs or have more control over the ingredients, I find myself making more and more from scratch. With those two things guiding me, I put together this easy vegan whole wheat biscuits…

  • Collard Green Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Raisins and Pumpkin Seeds

    Collard Green Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Raisins and Pumpkin Seeds

    This vegan collard green salad recipe with roasted sweet potatoes, raisins and pumpkin seeds almost didn’t make it to the table. Why? Because after tasting it, I was busy shoveling in my mouth. The generous explanation would be that it was late in the day and I was really hungry, but the truth is, it’s…

  • Vegan Slow Cooker Okra, Sweet Corn and Tomato Stew

    Vegan Slow Cooker Okra, Sweet Corn and Tomato Stew

    When the late summer hits, it’s okra time! I try to get my hands on it at the market, but it often sells out fast. Other times, I score! And when I do, I feel so lucky, because it means a delicious dish is on it’s way. And this easy vegan slow cooker okra, sweet…

  • Vegan Biscuits and Gravy

    Vegan Biscuits and Gravy

    This is an easy vegan biscuits and gravy recipe with TVP “sausage”, blanched slivered almonds, raw cashews and more that’s perfect for breakfast or any time. The vegan breakfast gravy is oil and gluten free. And while I used store bought plant based biscuits, you could certainly use your favorite recipe. It’s everything I love…

  • Slow Cooker Vegan Black-Eyed Peas and Collard Greens

    Slow Cooker Vegan Black-Eyed Peas and Collard Greens

    Across the U.S., but particularly in the South, there’s a tradition of eating black-eyed peas and collard greens on New Year’s Day to bring good luck. The peas represent good luck, health and plenty. The greens symbolize the green of currency, and are meant to bring financial gain in the year ahead. Looking for a…

  • Smoky Gnocchi with Sweet Corn, Collard Greens and Tempeh Bacon

    Smoky Gnocchi with Sweet Corn, Collard Greens and Tempeh Bacon

    Inspired by the U.S.’s Southern cuisine, this recipe for vegan smoky gnocchi with corn, collard greens, and tempeh bacon is savory and hearty! It’s quite lovely in the summer, but really, it works for any time of year. Is it the way fresh basil interacts with the smoky notes of the tempeh bacon? Or the…

  • Slow Cooker Vegan Coconut Collard Greens

    Slow Cooker Vegan Coconut Collard Greens

    Sometimes, I sit around thinking about the Coconut Stewed Greens off the old menu at the now shuttered Papa G’s, a vegan cafe in Portland, Oregon. Those tasty coconut vegan collard greens were soft, flavorful and totally delicious. Inspired I put together this slow cooker vegan coconut collard greens recipe with garlic, fresh ginger, jalapeño,…

  • Vegan Cheesy Grits

    Vegan Cheesy Grits

    This recipe for vegan cheesy grits first came out several years ago. It was embedded in another recipe, which was a shame. It is so creamy and delicious, and felt like it deserved it’s own post. You can enjoy them for breakfast, as a savory meal, or as a gluten free side dish. It tastes…

  • Vegan Collard Green Rolls with Smoky Jackfruit and Sweet Potato

    Vegan Collard Green Rolls with Smoky Jackfruit and Sweet Potato

    Inspired by Southern flavors, this recipe for vegan stuffed collard green rolls with smoky jackfruit and sweet potatoes is full of flavor. It takes time to put together, the pay off is savory, smoky deliciousness. After baking in the oven, it’s so satisfying cutting into a collard green roll and getting to enjoy the umami…

  • Vegan Slow Cooker Stewed Green Beans and Tomatoes

    Vegan Slow Cooker Stewed Green Beans and Tomatoes

    Upon trying these green beans, my husband announced that this is the only way he wants to eat them from now on. This slow cooker vegan (or vegetarian) green beans recipe takes inspiration from the U.S.’s Southern-style green beans and tomatoes. Usually, meat is used to add complexity and flavor to this popular side dish,…

  • Kidney Bean Succotash

    Kidney Bean Succotash

    Lima beans are my least favorite vegetable. If they are in front of me, I will eat them, because they are food. And in my opinion, food should never be taken for granted or wasted. But, for the most part, I avoid lima beans. So when I decided to put together a summer vegan succotash…

  • Slow Cooker Black-Eyed Peas, Okra and Tomatoes

    Slow Cooker Black-Eyed Peas, Okra and Tomatoes

    Inspired by the flavors of the U.S.’s Southern cuisine, this slow cooker stewed vegan black-eyed peas with okra and tomatoes recipe is one of my favorite meals. It’s easy to make and very hearty. Served over a heaping pile of quinoa or brown rice, it’s loaded with protein and fiber. This slow cooker vegan black-eyed…

  • Roasted Coconut-Maple Yams

    Roasted Coconut-Maple Yams

    It’s been a few years, but I decided to revisit this vegan recipe for roasted yams with maple syrup, coconut, cinnamon, cardamom, orange juice and more. It still tries to answer the question, “What if candied sweet potatoes had less sugar?”, but I changed the technique and adjusted some of the ingredients. I love how…

  • Slow Cooker Cajun Kidney Beans and Rice

    Slow Cooker Cajun Kidney Beans and Rice

    Taking inspiration from Louisana’s Cajun cuisine, this slow cooker vegan kidney beans and rice recipe involves stewing the beans, green peppers, celery, and onion with a bit of smokiness, a bit of heat, and a lot of savory flavor. I love it on top of some short grain brown rice, but you could also have…

  • Cajun Black-Eyed Pea Soup

    Cajun Black-Eyed Pea Soup

    Inspired by Cajun cuisine, this hearty vegan black-eyed pea soup recipe is easy to prepare, cooks up fast, and tastes absolutely fantastic with a piece of cornbread on the side. It can be enjoyed year around. It makes 4 servings. For this recipe, you can use a prepared Cajun seasoning blend. In the past, I…

  • Vegan Cornmeal Galette with Sweet Potatoes, Black-Eyed Peas and Greens

    Vegan Cornmeal Galette with Sweet Potatoes, Black-Eyed Peas and Greens

    Black-eyed peas were first introduced to Virginia during the 17th century.  Grown throughout Asia and West Africa, black-eyed peas favor warm climates, and are extremely tolerant to drought.  Thus, crops of black-eyed peas proliferated throughout the Southern United States, and to this day, continue to play an important role in Southern cuisine. This recipe blends common…

  • Vegan Grits and Greens Casserole

    Vegan Grits and Greens Casserole

    I first published this recipe almost a year ago, but there’s always been some elements about it that I felt weren’t quite right.  Today, I revisited it, and improved it a lot.  Blended silken tofu helps create creamy grits that are out of this world.  All-in-all, this recipe is much better than the original, and…