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Pizza Quesadilla

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You are just a few ingredients and a few minutes away from this easy vegan gluten free pizza quesadilla. Loaded with veggies for a quick and healthy lunch or snack. and it tastes like pizza!

recipe originally published September 9, 2010

 

a stack of pizza flavored quesadilla slices on a white plate, fresh basil leaves on top

TABLE OF CONTENTS – Jump to any section:

    1. The Best Vegan Quesadilla
    2. Tips for the best quesadillas
    3. Can quesadillas be gluten free?
    4. What should I dip this in?
    5. What to serve with quesadillas
    6. More vegan pizza recipes
    7. Pizza Quesadilla Recipe

 

 

Vegan Gluten Free Quesadilla

Ever have that UH OH I AM SO HUNGRY AND NEED FOOD QUICK feeling? What’s that? All the time? Yeah, me too. Working from home is a blessing in so many ways, and that means my time is my own and I often get into a groove and wait too long to eat. Oops. 

We want quick, easy, and satisfying. That’s where this pizza quesadilla comes in. It’s the perfect combination of a veggie packed meal and kid friendly favorite.

This pizza quesadilla is versatile – load it up with …

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Seven Layer Dip

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this vegan Seven Layer Dip recipe is a protein packed plant based update on the Mexican dip recipe you love – layers of fresh color, texture and flavor.

recipe originally published September 15, 2011

 

side view of all the layers in seven layer dip: beans, quinoa, cashew cheese sauce, avocado, tomato, green onions and lettuce

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS – Jump to any section:

    1. Vegan Seven Layer Dip
    2. What is in a seven layer dip?
    3. How to make seven layer dip
    4. Flavor variations and substitutions
    5. Individual Seven Layer Dip
    6. Do you serve dip this hot or cold?
    7. Got leftovers? 
    8. More vegan Mexican recipes
    9. Vegan Seven Layer Dip Recipe
 

Vegan Seven Layer Dip 

Who doesn’t love this dip? For years, I have been making all sorts of variations on the classic recipe. Because of this, I am giving you all the tips to make the best seven layer dip. I am giving you a recipe – consider it a guide.

This dip …

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Vegan Spanish Rice

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a simple trick makes this a flavorful side with just five ingredients. this quick and easy vegan recipe tastes just like the classic Spanish Rice you remember!

recipe originally published January 9, 2011

 

serving bowl of Spanish Rice with lime wedges and wooden spoon, garnished with cilantro

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Easy Rice Dish
    2. What is Spanish Rice?
    3. How To Make
    4. Recipes Using Simple Spanish Rice
    5. How To Serve
    6. Ingredient Variations
    7. Can You Freeze Cooked Rice?
    8. Simple Spanish Rice Recipe
 

Easy Rice Dish

Straightforward recipes using just a handful of ingredients are lifesavers in the kitchen.

This simple vegan Spanish Rice recipe is one of those – super flavorful and easy to make because of one shortcut ingredient we’ve been using for years. This easy rice dish is a …

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Spinach Mac and Cheese

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this vibrant spinach mac and cheese is the best of classic comfort food with rich protein packed flavor! a green mac and cheese from the veggies you crave, using cauliflower cheese or cashew cheese.

recipe originally published March 17, 2012

 

bright green mac and cheese with roasted cauliflower in a shallow pasta bowl

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Green Mac and Cheese
    2. Kid Friendly Recipes
    3. How To Make Spinach Mac and Cheese
    4. Cauliflower Cheese
    5. Cashew Cheese Sauce
    6. Vegan Roux
    7. Vegan Mac and Cheese Recipes
    8. Spinach Mac and Cheese Recipe
 

Green Mac and Cheese

I originally made this on St Patricks Day many years ago, and it is still a hit each year around that time.

We make this vibrant green cheese sauce all year long, adding a punch of protein to a plant based mac and cheese. The bright green color is just a fun bonus.

Spinach Mac and Cheese Ingredients: a bowl of fresh spinach, a bowl of cauliflower cheese sauce, a package of gluten free pasta

 

Kid Friendly Recipes

Are you looking to hide veggies in food to get your kids to eat more of them?

This is more than sneaking veggies into your kids eats – this is …

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Vegan Mushroom Stew

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craving the classic comfort flavors you grew up with? this vegan Mushroom Stew has them! learn how to make a hearty stew everyone will love, all winter long, and get help with Meatless Monday.

 

bowl of mushroom stew served over mashed cauliflower, sprig of fresh green thyme on top

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Vegan Mushroom Stew
    2. How To Make a “Meaty” Vegan Stew
    3. Vegan Stew Serving Suggestions
    4. How Long Does Mushroom Stew Last?
    5. Meatless Monday Family Cookbook
    6. Meatless Monday Recipes
    7. More Vegan Comfort Food
    8. Vegan Mushroom Stew Recipe
 

Vegan Mushroom Stew

One of the best ways to warm up on a cold winter weekend? Vegan Mushroom Stew.

Not only is this recipe the epitome of comfort food, your kitchen will smell delicious! If you grew up with the classic hearty …

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Mashed Cauliflower

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vegan Mashed Cauliflower is tasty comfort food, and a low carb alternative to classic mashed potatoes. from the holiday table to a weeknight dinner! also: how to roast garlic

recipe originally published September 21, 2011

 

green bowl of garlic studded Mashed Cauliflower, stack of plates and forks in background

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Vegan Mashed Cauliflower
    2. How To Make Mashed Cauliflower
    3. How To Roast Garlic
    4. Mashed Cauliflower Ingredient Variations
    5. Meal Prep and Storage Tips
    6. More Vegan Cauliflower Recipes
    7. Mashed Cauliflower Recipe
 

Mashed Cauliflower

Vegan Mashed Cauliflower is the …

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Vegan Mushroom Soup

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this vegan Vegan Mushroom Soup recipe is a rich and hearty flavorful bisque that warms to the core – straight up comfort food and you’ll want seconds!

recipe originally published March 25, 2014

 

Vegan Mushroom Soup in a light blue bowl, topped with coconut bacon bits

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Vegan Mushroom Soup
    2. What is a bisque?
    3. How to make mushroom soup
    4. Which mushrooms are most flavorful?
    5. What to serve with Vegan Mushroom Soup
    6. Meal Prep – How Long Does Leftover Soup Last?
    7. More Vegan Mushroom Recipes
    8. Vegan Mushroom Soup Recipe
 

Vegan Mushroom Soup

I know I often use the word favorite when referencing food and recipes. The problem is, I really do feel that way about so many foods as I am describing them.

This Vegan Mushroom Bisque is no different. This recipe really is a …

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Vegan Creamed Spinach

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How To Make Vegan Cauliflower Creamed Spinach: our recipe is a plant based remake of the classic! a side dish for everyone –low carb, soy, gluten, oil, nut free!

recipe originally published March 8, 2017

 

vegan creamed spinach in a rustic white round serving dish, red napkin underneath

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

  1. The Best Vegan Creamed Spinach
  2. How To Make Cauliflower Creamed Spinach
  3. Can Creamed Spinach Be Made Ahead?
  4. How Long Does Creamed Spinach Last?
  5. Can Creamed Spinach Be Reheated?
  6. Vegan Holiday Recipes
  7. Vegan Creamed Spinach Recipe
 

Vegan Creamed Spinach

The classic steak house side dish gets a vegan update with a rich cauliflower cream. Just as …

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