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Written by: Heather Crosby
I found some kelp noodles at a raw foods store in Chicago recently and thought I’d give them a go since I’m trying to eat more sea veggies these days. And since they are the Whole Food of the Month, I know you are too. The texture of these raw noodles is pretty interesting—they are soft yet wirey and have a bit of a snap to them when you bite them, kinda like cabbage. Mixed with the pad-thai-like sauce and soft, chewy kale “noodles”, I think this could be a new favorite dish. Kelp noodles have an incredibly neutral taste and they are a fantastic source of trace minerals like iodine. Give them a try. Read more…
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Written by: Heather Crosby
Try something new this holiday season—Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Mash instead of potatoes! Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamin C, manganese and antioxidants, so serve them with Easy & Amazing Gravy and enjoy all the surprised, happy expressions around the table. Read more…
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Written by: Heather Crosby
This is a recipe that I make all the time, especially for roadtrips since it tastes delicious cold, too. I’m sharing today because it would make a perfect dish for No-Turkey Day Thanksgiving. Go ahead and toss a purple potato, or a golden beet into the mix—improvise—and tell us what combo you like best. It’s really all about the herbs! Read more…
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Written by: Heather Crosby
If you want to really impress your Thanksgiving Day guests, serve these gluten-free, yeast-free crunchy breadsticks with Cashew Cheese Spread and Golden Raisin & Onion Honey Jam. They also make tasty, hearty drop biscuit if you’d like try that preparation instead. Make sure that you use gluten-free oats or gluten-free oat flour for an allergy-free recipe. Read more…
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Written by: Heather Crosby
Sweet raisins, toasted walnuts, fresh herbs, sprouted/whole grains and a touch of sour granny smith apple make this stuffing one that everyone will love this Thanksgiving. It tastes rich, buttery and definitely “not-vegan,” so give it a try and wow your skeptical guests this Thursday. You can make this recipe gluten free, too. Just use the gluten-free bread (or bagels) of your choice. Read more…
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Written by: Heather Crosby
This is one of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes. When I think about it, this may be my first experience veganizing a recipe. It all started about 6 years ago when I hosted my first Thanksgiving dinner. During my excited research and menu-planning, I went straight to the master, Martha Stewart, and found this recipe for twice baked sweet potatoes.
Since then, I have served my version of this decadent Thanksgiving side dish to my guests and the reviews have stayed consistently rave. I even have one girlfriend who starts asking weeks before the big feast,“will the sweet potatoes be there?” So go ahead and confidently try them out on your dairy- and turkey-loving family and friends this year. You will, no doubt, be the hit of the holiday. Read more…
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I adore mashed potatoes. It brings me back to my grandmother’s kitchen, as she used to slice into a Yukon gold, smearing her knife across her apron. Experimenting with two of my favorite ingredients – mushrooms and thyme – I decided to make a vegan version of this usually heavy buttered and milky treat. Read more…
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Written by: Heather Crosby
My friend, Sage Reed is a creative powerhouse. She can do everything from make exquisite chandeliers from recycled bike parts and vintage crystals to setting the perfect stage for entertainment’s brightest stars. So what happens when Sage hits the kitchen? Even the simplest of Brassicaceae gets the magical treatment. One afternoon she sent me the steps for her favorite Brussels Sprouts recipe to share with YU—dressed up smart and simple, with some savory and some sweet. Read more…
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