Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Soup

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This soup is, as advertised, a soup, but the presence of nutritional yeast and coconut milk team up to make it a cheesy, creamy, luscious treat that make it work like a vegan cheese sauce. Try serving it over pasta for a vegan mac & cheese: you’ll be surprised how good it is. Freeze the […]

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Cilantro-Mint Chutney

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In India, the country of origin for this concoction, cilantro is called coriander. If you’ve seen coriander-mint chutney, this is the same thing. It’s commonly served as part of the appetizer sauces in Indian restaurants. Serve as a dipping sauce for your favorite Indian appetizers or as a sauce for chicken.

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Arugula Pesto Cavatappi with Cherry Tomatoes

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Although you can also use whatever pasta you have on hand, cavatappi’s corkscrew shape is perfect for holding on to a fresh pesto and pairing with cherry tomatoes. Arugula brings a spicy, musty bite to pesto. If that’s not your sauce, feel free to swap in your favorite leafy green or herb. Tip: The color […]

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Moroccan Tomato Soup

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Peanut butter and warm spices bring the flavors of northern Africa to an otherwise classic tomato soup. Lightly sweet and nicely balanced for acidity, this tomato soup might just become your new go-to recipe.

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Chai “Nice” Cream

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Do you love the flavor of chai? The spices in this banana-based “nice” cream mimic the flavors of the classic tea treat. Almond butter adds a lovely nutty depth and honey just a smidge of sweetness for a well-balanced light dessert. Tip: Banana-based ice creams are best eaten fresh. They go hard if left in […]

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Creamy Avocado Yogurt Dressing

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Lime and garlic provide the most forward flavor notes in this easy fresh dressing that takes very little time to make.

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Monster Muffins

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The spinach in these muffins is not enough to give the muffins a vegetable flavor, but it does impart a little extra nutrition and a brilliant green color. They are lightly sweet and cinnamon-y, and your kids will love them.

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Pumpkin Blender Waffles

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This pumpkin-packed variation on the popular blender waffles is a perfect fall brunch. Top with a little peanut butter or serve with a side of warm, unsweetened applesauce for dipping. Sweet potato puree also makes a slightly sweeter alternative to pumpkin. Tip: For reheating or just for extra crispy waffles, these can be toasted in […]

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