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- Fluffy Lemon Poppyseed PancakesI'm going to get right to it because you need these fluffy lemon poppyseed pancakes in your life as soon as possible. They're so light and airy they could almost levitate off your plate. I make them diary free and with white whole wheat flour so they're actually healthier and satisfying. They're perfect for any weekend breakfast, but simple enough to make any day of the week. The Secret to the Fluff Many pancake recipes call for buttermilk, and there is a good reason for that. The acid in buttermilk acts on the baking soda and baking powder to create...
- Sweet Chili Glazed TofuForget what you used to think about tofu. This week's sweet chili glazed tofu recipe is the perfect combination of salty sweetness and will spark a brand new love affair with soy. It's super easy to make, requires only 7 ingredients, and can be paired with rice, noodles or any of your favorite vegetables. Next time you're thinking of ordering out, try this recipe instead! Nutrition Side Notes: Benefits and Concerns Regarding Soy Tofu is a type of unfermented soy that has been shown to have many nutritional benefits. Soybeans are an excellent plant-based protein source (tofu contains 8 gms...
- Salad Stuffed Purple Sweet PotatoesIf you're tired of the same old boring salad, then this week's post will definitely peak your interest. These salad stuffed purple sweet potatoes are not only the prettiest potatoes you've ever seen, they're delicious and super nutritious! This week I'm also talking about why you should ignore all that "sugar B.S." you've heard about potatoes! Plus... I've created a simple vegan yogurt dressing that's creamy, tangy and the perfect compliment. One of my favorite things about this meal is that the oven does most of the work. All you have to do is put together the salad and get...
- Vegan Roasted Cauliflower & Leek SoupWe're knee deep in snow here in New Jersey and are expecting temperatures to get even colder this week. So for the time being, soup is on repeat. You can always count on a hot bowl of nourishing soup to warm and comfort you. This creamy, vegan cauliflower and leek soup will do just that! It has so much depth and flavor you won't believe it's made with a few simple ingredients and can be on your dinner table in less than an hour! Key Flavor Elements Cauliflower and leeks. Sounds pretty basic, right?. But this soup has some key...
- Chocolate Espresso Avocado PuddingI can't think of a better way to celebrate the arrival of February then with this insanely delicious chocolate treat! This chocolate espresso avocado pudding is better than just about any chocolate pudding dessert I've ever had! If you didn't see the title of this post, you would never know it was made with avocado and that it's completely vegan too! Everyone knows chocolate and coffee are quite the romantic pairing. And, I haven't passed up any opportunity whatsoever, to use the Nespresso machine I got for Christmas! Hence, this rich and flavorful chocolate espresso avocado pudding recipe, that will...