Dad’s Simple Spinach Soup (Vegan Stracciatella)
I have such fond memories of eating this soup as a little girl with my dad.He would always sing “I’m Popeye the Sailor Man, I’m strong to the finich, Cause I eats me spinach… ” and then flash his muscles. At that time he had…
Pan Pot Pie, Vegan
For this pot pie i made the whole thing in one big stainless steel pan that can go right into the oven. If you don’t have a pan like this (or cast iron) do not fret, you can just transfer it into a greased baking…
Vegan Chili Mac (instant pot option)
This recipe is such a beautiful one to make for the family on Sunday for everyone to just enjoy at leisure all day long from the hot instant pot. If you don’t have an electric pressure cooker, you can still make this without issue in…
Cashew Green Chile Enchilada Casserole
I made up this recipe when my midwestern in laws came to visit to meet their newest grandbaby, our second child Tevy Lou “Baby Bella”. They stayed for 3 weeks, no not with us, thank goodness, haha, in their new rv nearby in the desert…
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…
Vegan Spaghetti and Broccoli Aglio E Olio
This is a special dish my grandmother taught me to make when I was a teenager living with her. It was one of our favorite meals to share together. Traditionally this dish gets it’s flavor from not only the olive oil and fresh garlic, but…
Tater Tot Casserole (vegan+gluten free+soy free)
Did you grow up eating tater tot casserole and always wanted a healthier plant- based version of it? Yeah me neither! Haha! I never really heard of this Comfort Food casserole until recently, I was intrigued! Sounded fun! And I was up for the challenge…
Grandma’s Plant-Based Italian Meatballs
Growing up, my grandmother always made meatballs and pasta, along with a million other foods, for Sunday family dinner. Before she could even finish frying them up, my grandfather, The Boss, would sneak one, ok maybe more than one, off the plate in the kitchen,…
Buckwheat Oat Muffins (vegan, gluten free)
These Buckwheat Oat Muffins are delicious and nutritious! Great for kids and anyone who is health conscious. Buckwheat flour and Oats are high in protein, and the health benefits are astounding. Both are heart healthy grains used to reverse heart disease symptoms like high cholesterol…
Plant Stew (gluten free + soy free)
Made with love for my family to yours. A hearty, nutrient dense, savory Plant Stew. Made with basic ingredients every vegan home cook has on hand. This recipe is dedicated in memory of my best friend, Beth (AKA Liza Jean, Auntie Bethie) who always loved…