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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.…
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Green Beans and Potatoes

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Sweet Potato Loaf with Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds

For some time now, I’ve been trying to figure out a recipe for a vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, legume-free, soy-free loaf. With so many folks struggling with food allergies, it felt like a worthy challenge that might fill the void. And so, I bring you this vegan sweet potato loaf recipe with sunflower and pumpkin seeds,…
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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…
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Vegan Pumpkin Pot Pie

With the holidays swiftly approaching, it seemed like the right time to come up with a main entree that tastes like Thanksgiving, but could be easy enough to enjoy throughout the fall and winter season. And thus, I was inspired to create this savory vegan pumpkin pot pie recipe with soy curls (or cannellini beans),…
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Wild Rice Pilaf with Toasted Pecans, Dried Cherries and Mushrooms

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Vegan Pumpkin Bread

This is an easy vegan pumpkin bread recipe with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, cardamom, and more. It also has less sugar than many traditional recipes, but is still flavorful and delicious. It takes one bowl and around an hour of baking time. It’s moist, loaded with spice, and perfect for fall, snacking and breakfast.…
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Beet Apple Salad

This is an easy vegan beet apple salad recipe with ground coriander, fresh (or dried) tarragon, sherry vinegar, a bit of minced red onion, and lacinato kale. The kale is 100% optional, but adds texture and bitter contrast to the predominately sweet flavors of the dish. I liked it with or without the kale, so…
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Vegan Potato Rolls

This is an easy vegan potato rolls recipe with all-purpose flour, turbinado sugar, dry active yeast, vegetable shortening and more. They’re moist, slightly sweet, and buttery. The smell as they bake in the oven… wow. And they’d make a great edition to your dinner table or holiday spread (Easter, Thanksgiving and more). This recipe makes…
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Vegan Cheese Ball with Pecans and Cranberries

Inspired by Miyoko’s Creamery Roadhouse Cheddar Spread, I put together this vegan cheese ball recipe with cashews, coconut oil, nutritional yeast, miso, and covered it in chopped pecans and dried cranberries. Some of the ingredients are similar to the store bought variety, but I’ve also taken some liberties to infuse flavor and dress it up…
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Tempeh Marinade with Garlic, Thyme, and Hungarian Paprika

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Orangy Quinoa Salad with Cranberries, Pears and Pumpkin Seeds

Recently, I learned that you can cook quinoa in fruit juice. Who knew? Immediately, I was inspired to put together a vegan recipe for orange quinoa salad with cranberries, pears, spinach and toasted pumpkin seeds. It packs a lot of flavor and stores well. And it works well as a Thanksgiving dish, as a side,…
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Stuffed Turnips

Slovenes have a tradition of stuffing turnips with millet porridge and cottage cheese, and then, baking them in the oven. To this day, Slovenia’s dish, loška smojka, is considered by some to be a classic part of their cuisine. Inspired by this dish, I decided to create a spin-off vegan recipe for stuffed turnips with…
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Vegan Roasted Buckwheat Mushroom Patties

Buckwheat is an important grain-like seed that’s sustained Slavic people for a thousand years. To highlight this delicious pseudocereal and Slavic flavors, I’ve put together this recipe for vegan roasted buckwheat mushroom patties topped with caramelized onions and fresh dill. Roasted buckwheat groats (sometimes, called “kasha”) are combined with potatoes, mushrooms, onions, leeks and more.…
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Arugula and Butternut Squash Salad

This is an easy recipe for vegan arugula and butternut squash salad with cinnamon maple vinaigrette dressing, toasted walnuts, crisp apples and pomegranate seeds. My favorite part is the vinaigrette with it’s hint of vanilla extract and touch of ground ginger. This arugula butternut squash salad recipe makes ~6-8 servings. It’s a great addition to…
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Vegan Cranberry Sauce

This is an easy vegan cranberry sauce recipe with fresh or frozen berries, maple syrup, a cinnamon stick, ground ginger and vanilla extract. Tart and sweet, it’s the perfect cranberry compote for holiday celebrations, whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas or more. Use any leftovers as a condiment for sandwiches or enjoy it on top of pancakes…
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Roasted Parsnip Soup

Parsnips taste a bit like carrots, but a hint earthier. When they’re roasted, they get sweeter and possess a starchy texture. They’re a delicious addition to many soups, so why not make them the star? Thus, UVK brings you this easy vegan roasted parsnip soup recipe with potatoes, apples, garlic, onion, dried rosemary and more.…
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Roasted Fennel and Beets

Whether you enjoy this as a warm side dish or as a cold salad, this is a flavorful, easy vegan roasted fennel and beets recipe with sherry vinegar, orange juice and zest, walnuts and dried cranberries. It’s great for the fall, winter, holidays and more. This recipe makes ~4 servings. A few things… Discover more…
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Savory Vegan Bread Pudding with Leeks and Rainbow Chard

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Roasted Sweet Potato Soup

This is an easy vegan roasted sweet potato soup recipe. You roast the sweet potatoes, sauté the aromatics, simmer for 15 minutes, and combine in a blender. That’s it. Simple, spiced, creamy and delicious. It has it all! This recipe makes 4 servings. Two things… If you enjoy this vegan roasted sweet potato soup recipe,…
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Farro Salad with Roasted Root Vegetables

Loaded with the delightful chewy grains and roasted carrots, parsnips and beets, this vegan farro salad recipe is delicious warm or cold, and packs a flavorful punch with its orange balsamic vinaigrette. The dressing has it all–olive oil infused with red onion, orange juice, orange zest, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard and fennel powder. With the…
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Mushroom Lentil Pot Pie

Man, I love lentils. I love them in soups, burgers, and so many other vegan dishes. Maybe you love them too? It’s part of the reason I couldn’t resist putting together this vegan recipe for mushroom lentil pot pie! This simple, delicious, super savory vegan lentil pot pie recipe is the perfect comfort food for…
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26 Great Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes

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Vegan Brussels Sprout Slaw with Cranberries, Apples and Walnuts

This vegan Brussels sprout slaw recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving, the holidays, or as a delicious winter salad. It’s easy. You blend the walnut-miso dressing, chop some ingredients, and mix it all up in a large bowl. Simple! The real showstopper here is the creamy vegan walnut-miso dressing. It’s oil free, gluten free and has…
