The basis for so many yummy vegan meals! If there’s one thing I miss about eating vegan, it’s cheese. I’m not just talking about blocks of cheese or cheese-flavored things like chips, but also creamy pasta dishes like macaroni and cheese. After some experimenting, I came up with a basic recipe. This starts with aContinue reading “Easy Vegan Alfredo Sauce”
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Vegan Succotash Chowder
Some ideas for recipes just come to me on a whim, like when I’m on a run. That’s how the idea for this chowder developed. Succotash was one of those vegetable side dishes I grew up with that I had to learn to love, but once I did, it became a comfort food. Nostalgia canContinue reading “Vegan Succotash Chowder”
Vegan Cream of Mushroom and Rice Soup
Vegan Cream of Mushroom and Rice Soup You know, sometimes you’re just a girl, standing in front of the fridge, asking it to inspire you to make something amazing for dinner out of nothing. That was me the other night. And my fridge delivered! I spotted a forgotten container of baby bellas when I realizedContinue reading “Vegan Cream of Mushroom and Rice Soup”
Vegan Vegetable Soup with Farro
It’s finally fall! Like really fall! Which means it’s soup season. I have revamped my usual vegetable soup recipe, and I’m ready to share! Even my teenagers love this, and they have requested it repeatedly. Because let’s face it: there’s nothing that says comfort like homemade vegetable soup! I think the key to making aContinue reading “Vegan Vegetable Soup with Farro”
Easy BBQ Jackfruit
Do you love BBQ? It’s a favorite for my family. But since I’m the lone vegan, I make my own. I even make my own coleslaw, and then we have shared sides. Jackfruit itself is an intimidating item, but buying it canned really simplifies this dish. It took me a couple of tries to getContinue reading “Easy BBQ Jackfruit”
Vegan Chili Verde
We had one of those nights last week when I couldn’t figure out what we were going to have for dinner. None of the suggestions I made suited my teenager. And then I peeked in the pantry for ideas and spotted a jar of Trader Joe’s salsa verde, and that’s when inspiration struck. Sure, itContinue reading “Vegan Chili Verde”
Thai Top Ten: Vegan Restaurant Review
Thai Top Ten is one of my family’s favorite restaurants in our area. Located in The Creeks shopping center in an unassuming strip mall across the street from Virginia Center Commons in north Henrico, they serve omni friendly fare, but they do have vegan options as well. The key here is to let your serverContinue reading “Thai Top Ten: Vegan Restaurant Review”
Vegan Egg Rolls: Air Fried!
A few months ago, my daughter expressed some curiosity about making fried spring rolls at home. Knowing that you can buy pre-made vegan egg roll wraps in the store, we decided to try our hand at making them.The twist? We used the air fryer! Soon after our first successful attempt, our air fryer broke. AfterContinue reading “Vegan Egg Rolls: Air Fried!”
Vegan One Dish Chorizo Rice with Peppers and Onions
During my last trip to Kroger, I was lucky enough to find a huge bargain. They marked down their Simple Truth vegan chorizo sausage links to 45 cents. That is not a typo! Of course, I bought some. These pack a whopping 27g of plant-based protein per sausage. I’ve never tried this seitan chorizo before,Continue reading “Vegan One Dish Chorizo Rice with Peppers and Onions”
Vegan Dilly Potato Salad
With spring beginning to come into full swing and vaccinations increasing, I’m dreaming of the possibility of outdoor gatherings again. Whenever I think about potluck meals, I think of potato salad. If you are a fan of German potato salad, you will love this vinegar dressing based version. I’ve never met a potato I didn’tContinue reading “Vegan Dilly Potato Salad”
Anne the Vegan 