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Vegan Wild Mushroom, Asparagus and Pea Risotto

Vegan Wild Mushroom, Asparagus and Pea Risotto

This Vegan Wild Mushroom, Asparagus and Pea Risotto is so creamy, warm and full of flavor.  The magic begins with a light saute of the shallots and garlic.  I prefer a slow saute to allow the shallots to just start to caramelize and the garlic Read More….

Vegan Spinach Artichoke and Garlic Dip

Vegan Spinach Artichoke and Garlic Dip

This Vegan Spinach and Artichoke Dip is better than any you have ever had before. This recipe is so good, it gets requested for every family casual get together.  I get tired of making it, but not eating it!

Reality Check

Reality Check

Back to Reality… I have been working on this blog for about 10 days and it has served as a nice diversion from what my main focus has been for the past number of months…..FINDING A JOB!  With this blog I could actually see tangible Read More….

Vegan Feta Cheese

Vegan Feta Cheese

This recipe takes time, but it is so worth it!  Who thought you could make sure realistic and flavorful feta cheese?  This recipe is attributed to Zach Spuckler, The No Fuss Vegan at http://www.zachspuckler.com. My recipes are usually a combination of ideas from a lot Read More….

Vegan stir fry with a Spicy Peanut Sauce

Vegan stir fry with a Spicy Peanut Sauce

  I love a good spicy peanut sauce.  It adds so much to a stir fry, springroll or any number of other dishes.

Vegan grilled or roasted asparagas

Vegan grilled or roasted asparagas

This is a great, frest way to serve asparagas with burgers! Simple, great fresh asparagas recipe which pares well with burgers.

Some Background

Some Background

HOW I ROLL……. An earlier post I commented or if you have read any of my recipes yet, you know I am a long ways from a refined chef.  I am your classic amateur who has a passion with no formal training.  I read a Read More….

Vegan Wild Mushroom Pasta

Vegan Wild Mushroom Pasta

This Vegan Wild Mushroom Pasta is easy to make and tastes like it could be served in a Michelin Star Restaurant.  Rich and decadent, full of mushroom goodness!  Did I say it is easy to make – it really is!  We bring this recipe out Read More….

Vegan Peanut Pad Thai with Veggies

Vegan Peanut Pad Thai with Veggies

Super healthy and full of flavors with a little kick of heat from the chili sauce. If quinoa was listed I used to shy away.  But I found a similar recipe, modified it and it is so good and good for you!

Vegan Creamy Garlic Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes (and more)!

Vegan Creamy Garlic Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes (and more)!

Quick and easy garlic forward dish that will impress your guests! This is pretty quick pasta dish with bold garlic flavors, roasted tomatoes and other veggies.