26 Vegan Recipes for Comfort Food
1. Butternut Squash Mac ‘n Cheeze: Two Ways Butternut squash pureed into macaroni and cheese just sounds like a match made in heaven, doesn’t it? It is also a fun way to sneak in another veggie. Get the recipe here. 2. Nirvana Enchilada Casserole Layers of corn tortilla sopping up spicy, fragrant, red sauce […]
21 Vegan Barbecue Dishes
Just because you don’t eat meat products doesn’t mean you have to suffer through a vacuous frozen veggie burger while everyone else at the summer barbecue chows down on hot, delicious grill food. You, dear vegan, deserve the very best. And, as it happens, the very best cookout foods are often vegan. Just see the […]
Cooking with Vegetables from Root to Stem
Ever hear about something that is a new trend and all the rage and think, “I’ve always done that?” One of the food trends for this year is for chefs to put the focus on vegetables. Similar to the whole “nose-to-tail” practice used in cooking meat, there is now a “root-to-stem” practice where no part […]
Vegan Valentine’s Day Recipes
Nothing says romance like a cruelty-free Valentine’s Day. If vegan Valentine’s Day recipes seem like they’re out of your wheelhouse a little bit, don’t’ worry! We’ve got lots of ideas for you to choose from! There are even some ideas for entire menus, so this list really has way more than 10 recipes. 10+ Vegan […]
10 Powerhouse Plant Proteins
Easier on the planet’s water and land resources—and often easier on your digestive tract than animal proteins—plant foods offer ample essential amino acids to build muscle and maintain optimal health. From quinoa to lentils to chia, you’ll find these protein-rich plant foods ground into powders, added to breads and bars, and bringing substance to soups […]
29 Amazing Vegan Ice Cream Recipes
Yes, you can make amazing ice cream without a cow in sight. There are lots of different ingredients to experiment with (coconut milk, frozen bananas, avocado, soy or almond milk), and you can do it with or without an ice cream maker (frozen bananas are your new best friend if you don’t have one). Here […]
Phthalates in Food: 7 Ways to Reduce Your Exposure
DrFrankLipman.com – Maia James You probably know that some plastic toys—like the now infamous rubber ducky—contain the hormone-disrupting, birth-defect-causing, probably-carcinogenic plasticizers known as phthalates. You may have even heard that this group of chemicals is also found in the fragrance of your favorite personal care products. Most of my clients are surprised to learn, though, […]
8 High Protein Foods to Add to Your Daily Diet
Protein plays an important role in a well balanced diet, it is essential for the body. The key parts in our bodies would not hold together properly without it. Protein is also essential for metabolism, immune system function and regulatory hormones. Here is a list of 8 High Protein Foods to add to your daily […]
22 Delicious Meatless Main Dishes to Make for Thanksgiving
1. Stuffed Butternut Squash With a simple and nourishing ingredient list, this dish manages to be packed with flavor (one of the many benefits of eating in-season). It also happens to be a very pretty dish that would make a deliciously satisfying addition to your Thanksgiving table. Recipe here. 2. Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes The […]
10 Ways to Celebrate Food Day
Food Day, held each year on October 24, is dedicated to raising awareness about the impact our diets have on our health, the environment, and the people who produce our food. Want to join in the fun? Here are ten ideas for making the most of this national celebration of healthy, affordable, and sustainable food.1. […]
Mushroom 101: How to Choose, Prep and Cook Mushrooms
Mushrooms are in season right now and are such a great way to add local produce into your weekly menu. From mild flavored white button mushrooms to portobello’s earthy flavor, there is a mushroom that can be added to most any style of cooking. The following is a rundown of how to select, prep, and […]
15 Delicious Recipes That Prove Pumpkin Is King of Fall
When it comes to favorite fall ingredients, pumpkin may very well be king. Double homage if it’s tucked into a bowl of chili, and triple the points if it is slipped into some buttery dessert. No-knead pumpkin rolls and pumpkin muffins with eggnog will make your kitchen smell like fall and fuel your autumn spirit. […]