Vibrant Vegan Food in Portland
these Vegan Peanut Butter Bars are so quick and easy to make, you’ll always have a tasty snack on hand. tested gluten free option.
I wake up early.
Like, super early.
I am generally several hours away from breakfast, but probably one hour away from a tennis game, a run, or my morning workout. So I need something.
After my …
these Ginger Sesame Teriyaki Burgers have great flavor everyone will love! a quick easy veggie burger that stays together. bonus – they are free from most allergens!
I am so incredibly excited about these burgers, y’all.
Extreme layers of flavor, and a quick and easy recipe that is foolproof. Really. These veggie burgers have staying power – as in hunger satisfying and also in that they do not fall apart.
These will hold up on a grill.
These burgers also …
Easy Vanilla Chip Buckwheat Bars are chewy with crispy edges, have tasty vanilla flavor flecked with chocolate, and will be your new favorite snack!
Do you like snacks as much as we do?
I have a new snack recipe for you, and it is good.
Soft and chewy with crisp edges, these bars are good eats. Fragrant vanilla and melty pockets of chocolate make a great flavor combination. These Easy Vanilla Chip Buckwheat Bars are vegan, and made without oil.
For those with allergies, they are also naturally gluten free and nut free.
Packed with fiber and flavor, this …
these Vegan Deconstructed Stuffed Pepper Bowls have all the satisfying flavor, color, and texture in an easier to eat bowl. great for lunch or dinner – or breakfast – these super flavorful bowls are family friendly, easy to make, and antioxidant rich!
These bowls are one of those assembly type meals that I love to plan ahead and bulk cook for. We love the flavors so much, and could honestly eat like this every day.
Obviously our meals are more varied, but I can legit enjoy this as lunch all week long. And they are super easy, actually – all I do is cook up a big pot of quinoa (I do this most weeks anyway) and make a batch of …
Black Pepper Cheesy Mac and Broccoli – this plant based classic gets amped up with fresh cracked black pepper! gluten free, oil free, and flavor FULL.
Fall is here with mostly cool temps.
I say mostly because we have seen some chilly days, and then we are expecting sunshine in the mid eighties again. But I am wearing socks now. Long sleeves and boots have happened.
and comfort food has begun.
’tis the season.
Over the last few weeks, we have enjoyed this recipe three times. I made a double batch and delivered half to …
Cashew Camembert – marvelously mild plant based cheese with the flavor of Camembert, this is a great addition to any appetizer cheese platter!
You all know how I love a snack tray – cheese platter – dinner of appetizers kind of thing. I also love to entertain – from the fancy party to the casual “stop by before the movie” or “come over after work for a snack and a seat in the sunshine…”
I like to assemble snack platters for any and all occasions, and they are super easy to create, with a mix of homemade cheeses, dips, and jams combined with store bought fillers like nuts, dried fruits, olives and my favorite, cornichons.
Pour some crisp cool white wine, and …
Classic New York Black and White Cookie – a vegan version of the iconic New York treat – soft and cakey and perfect to dunk in your coffee or milk!
Look to the cookie!
Any Seinfeld fans here?
Remember “The Dinner Party” episode? Jerry and Elaine head to the bakery to pick up a chocolate babka for the party, while Kramer and George head to the liquor store for wine (and George was wearing that ridiculously large puffy coat). The Classic New York Black and White Cookie plays a part in one of the bakery scenes.
I used to love the classic black and white way before there was a Seinfeld (years later it became a favorite show, and I still love to watch reruns). Whenever I was visiting Katie’s place, she always had these cookies for me.
When my …
Shiitake Cauliflower Risotto Stacks – this impressive and flavorful comfort food recipe is a must make! savory sautéed shiitakes top this vegetable forward favorite!
I am telling you now – this is a must make recipe. One you make when you want to impress. One you make for a date night, or for your best friend! One you make for yourself when you want comfort food.
I really want to impress on you all that this recipe is a winner – you will love the incredible flavors. If you always hear me talking about …
