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Black Pepper Cheesy Mac and Broccoli

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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.

 

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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 …

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Cashew Camembert

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Cashew Camembert – marvelously mild plant based cheese with the flavor of Camembert, this is a great addition to any appetizer cheese platter!

 

Cashew Camembert @spabettie

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 …

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Classic New York Black and White Cookie

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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!

 

Classic New York Black and White Cookie Vegan @spabettie

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 …

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Shiitake Cauliflower Risotto Stacks

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Shiitake Cauliflower Risotto Stacks – this impressive and flavorful comfort food recipe is a must make! savory sautéed shiitakes top this vegetable forward favorite!

 

Shiitake Cauliflower Risotto Stacks Rich Flavor @spabettie

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 …

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Roasted Veggie Quinoa Casserole

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Roasted Veggie Quinoa Casserole – this plant based comfort food dish is fresh and flavorful – a hearty vegan one dish entree that suits just about any diet.

 

Roasted Veggie Quinoa Casserole on a plate, whole casserole ingredients on the side

When someone asks about my casserole recipes, I usually have to point them to my enchiladas or lasagnas – I don’t have too many real, actual casserole dishes. This colorful Roasted Veggie Quinoa Casserole has been dinner for us twice in two weeks – it is …

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Indo Chinese Corn Soup

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Indo Chinese Corn Soup – this fragrant and flavorful soup is a quick and easy recipe – everyone will love this warmly spiced dish!

 

Indo Chinese Corn Soup @spabettie

I love, love LOVE sesame. The scent, the flavor… tahini, oil, seeds, all of it! I do not know why I am not cooking with it daily. This glorious Indo Chinese Corn Soup calls for sesame oil in the recipe, and I also added a little bloop to the bowl when serving. A perfect finish.

This warmly spiced and fragrant soup is …

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Gentle Lentils with Basil is the Bomb Sauce

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Gentle Lentils with Basil is the Bomb Sauce – this quick and easy soup will warm you as a hearty meal with bright, vibrant flavors.

 

Gentle Lentils with Basil is the Bomb Sauce @spabettie

In the last few weeks, we have gloriously consumed three batches of lentils. These lentils. With this bright and flavorful basil sauce. We both love lentils – they are incredibly tasty and satisfying, and this recipe is so very quick and easy! Really! A wonderful thing during the holiday season, or lets face it – just any busy week in this life.

Today I am celebrating …

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Beer Marinated Portobello Tacos with Avocado Corn Salsa

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Beer Marinated Portobello Tacos with Avocado Corn Salsa – a super flavorful recipe that is easy to whip up for Taco Tuesday, or any day!

 

Beer Marinated Portobello Tacos with Avocado Corn Salsa @spabettie

I am giving these tacos the alternate title of Badass Tacos. As I was cooking the portobello filling, I did that pan flip thing, and a big flame shot up in the air. WOO HOO. It woke me up, anyway. I felt like I should have been on television or something.

So, these tacos have great flavor from the marinade, and a nice cool topper of salsa – we …

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