Italian Minestrone (vegan+gluten free)
As an Italian American I grew up eating minestrone soup. I have tried numerous variations of this comforting Italian classic, all tasty in their own way. But when your very own Italian grandfather tries your version and exclaims THIS IS THE BEST YET! you write…
Veggie Chickpea Quiche (vegan, soy-free)
We love to make this quiche for the holidays! Especially for Easter! I grew up having quiche at Easter Brunch, so i wanted to bake a plant-based, cholesterol free, healthier version for the modern family! This quiche is packed with legume protein and micronutrient rich…
Chocolate Carob Double Layer Cake with Chocolate filling & Cashew Frosting (caffeine free, sugar free, gluten free, vegan)
Birthday Cake! 🎂 Great for a smash cake or younger child’s cake. Or for anyone looking for a healthy cake.This cake turns out amazing!and the best part about it. ….it’s gluten free, dairy free, egg free, AND sugar free, Vegan!I made this for my daughter’s…
Baked Ziti
I make this Italian favorite every year for holidays and special events or for dinner guests. Who doesn’t love pasta all baked to perfection with pockets of creamy ricotta smothered in marinara! For another favorite recipe check out our White Lasagna (soy free) http://bellavirtue.com/eat/vegan-white-lasagna-soy-free-gluten-free-oil-free/ Baked…
Jackfruit & Potato Southwest Casserole (GF+V+Grain-Free)
This Jackfruit & Potato Southwest Casserole is a great meal to make for a holiday, potluck, gathering, or sunday family dinner. It has 3 steps. So take your time. It’s kind of an all-day-cooking-with-family type recipe. Or you can make the cheese sauce a couple…
Bacon and Eggs Breakfast Pizza (vegan)
This fun breakfast twist on pizza is great for brunch and parties with kids! I know my weegan loves tofu scramble and she loves pizza. So why not put them together! Perfect for Holidays such as Easter, Christmas Morning, or Noon Years Eve! In this…
Vegan White Lasagna (soy free, gluten free, oil free)
This beautiful white lasagna with tiny pops of green color is the perfect creamy Italian dish. Made with a tahini white bean ricotta, and a cauliflower cashew alfredo. This is a labor intensive meal made with love. But not to worry, all the components can…
Baked Frittata Hashbrown Casserole (vegan, oil free)
This baked frittata made with blended tofu scramble and topped with seiten sausage all on a creamy cashew hashbrown bake is the perfect casserole to make for holiday brunch or to take to an event. It’s so easy to make and bake ahead of time…
Cashew Gravy (vegan + gluten free)
If you’re still looking for the best gravy to make and take to share for Thanksgiving then you HAVE TO MAKE THIS! It’s so DELISH, last year we hosted my 88 and 86 year old grandparents and my mother insisted she needed to make grandma’s…
A Very Vegan Thanksgiving (oil free, gluten free, soy free, refined sugar free)Â
This is our THANKSGIVING Meal Plan. The only turkey on the table are those paper decorations! All gluten free, soy free, oil free, refined sugar free, whole grain. Hopefully this is helpful for anyone who needs a similar plan. Serving: 6 adults plus 3 children…