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Cashew Camembert

June 4, 2017 by Kristina Sloggett 20 Comments

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

May 14, 2017 by Kristina Sloggett 14 Comments

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

April 19, 2017 by Kristina Sloggett 18 Comments

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 …

Speedy Black Bean Burgers

March 29, 2017 by Kristina Sloggett 4 Comments

Speedy Black Bean Burgers – this quick and easy burger recipe holds together well and is mild enough to pair with all kinds of flavors!

Speedy is no joke here, guys – these burgers really are so quick and easy. Chopping the vegetables took the most time – you can have these whipped up in the time it takes for your oven to preheat. If you are baking them, that is – these can also be pan fried. That’s how we like them!

These tasty burgers are …

Vegan Cheesy Crackers

March 26, 2017 by Kristina Sloggett 5 Comments

Vegan Cheesy Crackers – a quick and easy recipe for a crisp and tasty cracker that is great for all kinds of appetizer boards, spreads, and dips!

We always have at least one kind of cracker in the house, to go with the dips, cheeses, and spreads we snack on. While these are often our favorite store bought snacks, I sometimes make crackers from scratch. These Vegan Cheesy Crackers are the latest favorite, and they could not be easier to make.

This recipe is …

Whipped Lentil Chipotle Dip

March 6, 2017 by Kristina Sloggett 6 Comments

Whipped Lentil Chipotle Dip – this incredibly flavorful dip is so smoky smooth! a super quick and easy recipe for an appetizer or sandwich spread!

If you have been wanting a unique and incredibly flavorful dip and spread, search no more. I know I often say things like this recipe has been made multiple times (three so far, for this particular dip), it has amazing flavor and everyone will love it (it does, and so far several folks will agree), and so on. I know… how can I say that about every recipe?

Well, you know by now I am enthusiastic about food, sometimes animatedly so. Still – please believe me on this one – not only is this a quick and easy recipe, it has a sweetly smoky flavor and a light, whipped texture. This Whipped Lentil Chipotle Dip is perfect for dipping all manner of crackers and crudité, and it makes a great sandwich spread too!

This rave worthy recipe is …

Roasted Veggie Quinoa Casserole

February 1, 2017 by Kristina Sloggett 3 Comments

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.

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 …

Spicy Mango Tango Smoothie

January 14, 2017 by Kristina Sloggett 1 Comment

Spicy Mango Tango Smoothie – this protein and veggie packed smoothie has vibrant colors and bright tropical flavors everyone will love!

Happy Smoothie Saturday!

We have had a busy schedule lately, and smoothies have been our go to dinner on nights where we need a satisfying, complete and quick meal, or something to take on the go. During the extended snow and ice storms Portland has been experiencing, having a little bright tropical flavor is just what we need.

This Spicy Mango Tango Smoothie recipe is incredibly nourishing, with that spicy ginger we both love. (I may be heavy handed on our ginger in these.) Chia and spinach gives it the staying power I want from a smoothie, and the mango makes me giddy for our next visit to the islands. This …