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,…
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…
Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Mini Muffins
Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Mini Muffins! What a great treat to bake with your kids for fall and the holiday season! Gift them to friends and family! This recipe uses canned pumpkin, cocoa powder, and vegan chocolate chips. To give these muffins a rich depth of…
Buckwheat Blender Pancakes (GF + V)
Buckwheat Blender Pancakes (GF+V) Makes: 18-20 pancakes *freeze leftovers with parchment paper in between cooled pancakes and store in a freezer bag up to 2 months. INGREDIENTS: 2 Medium Bananas (or sub for 1 cup Unsweetened Apple Sauce) 3 Cups Unsweetened Plant Milk 3 Tbs…
Flourless Double Chocolate Muffins (vegan+gluten free)
Don’t you want a delicious muffin without the guilt? Well here it is! This muffin is filled with nutritious goodness that you can feel good about feeding your family. I mean, they actually have protein in them! Make and freeze for easy lunch box treats.…
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…
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…
PB Asian Noodle Casserole
This casserole is everything! Kids love it! Who wouldn’t when it comes to peanut butter and noodles, right?! On busy week nights, there is nothing easier than a quick and healthy casserole the whole family loves. This casserole uses healthy whole grain gluten free noodles,…
Instant Pot (or stove top) Cream of Potato Soup, GF+V
This classic and comforting soup is now gluten free and vegan. And uses all whole food ingredients. It’s made using the Instant Pot pressure cooker and can be blended right in the same pot using an immersion blender for easy clean up! If all you…
Baked Aloo Gobi Matar Curry (GF+V)
Baked Aloo Gobi Matar Curry. This dish is perfect for a busy family night or take and bake casserole. My family loves Indian food! And take-out can be pricy, or the recipes are complicated. This one is simple as pie! It’s mild enough that my…