Tag: vegan
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Doable Vegan: Hummus Bowls
Hummus is a newer taste I’ve acquired. That has been the case for a lot of the foods I eat now. My brain had been so wired for the ultra-processed, that it has taken time away from them to readjust my palate. I share this with you in case you feel like this post is…
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Doable Vegan: Family Menu Board
I am the only plant-based eater in my home. For the past year, I’ve been making two to three dishes for dinner each night. Unfortunately, I typically put the most energy and thought into my own dishes, and then just heat something up for the guys. Usually it is something highly processed and not good…
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Doable Vegan: Tofu Pancetta Carbonara
Carbonara is such a comfort food. The ingredients are fairly simple, but the traditional dish is definitely not vegan. The flavors in this dish can easily be replicated with plant-based ingredients. Cutting the tofu into small chunks is key in this recipe. First, it mimics the true shape and size of pancetta, and second, it…
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Summer Adventures
Summer Melissa is almost here. Starting Friday, I will have 73 days off from work (minus summer checkouts, coursework, and my summer work days). I often find that summer is not the time of growth that I would think it would be. Most of my big, life-changing decisions I’ve made for the better have not…
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It all Started with a Seed
It’s that time of year :). Spring is on the horizon and it is time to prepare for the garden. This is the year I want to try to grow everything from seed. I attempted a few years ago, but was discouraged when I had my plants ready to go, but failed to harden them…
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Getting Over the Romanticized View of Wine
I’ve been missing wine the past couple of days. It all started when I was watching a food program and there was this beautiful meal outside on a warm, summer evening with decadent food and soft lighting. In everyone’s hand was a long-stemmed glass filled with deep red wine, and they were all filled with joy. This…
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Doable Vegan: Tuscan Orzo Dump and Bake
Dump and bake recipes are a great way to ease into simple cooking while also creating a meal full of flavor and diverse with plants. This specific recipe is a Tuscan take on the idea, but you could easily change the flavor profile to Mexican, Thai, Greek, or any other flavor you desire. I simply looked in…
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New Series Coming Soon: Doable Vegan
Earlier this month, my dad received news that areas of his health are declining. Much of the advice given to improve his health was diet related-lower his sodium, eat less processed foods, etc. My dad is eager to make diet changes and he is impressed by what I have been able to make as I’ve moved to…
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Grow Your Own Microgreens
You may notice microgreens at your local market or grocery store. These sprouts are packed with nutrients and are a great addition to your diet. The problem is that buying them at the store reduces their freshness and limits what types of microgreens you have access to. Not to mention they are definitely overpriced and using more plastic…
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Tikka Masala Masterpiece
I can’t say that I ate Tikka Masala before going vegan, but I will sure be eating this vegan version a lot. Unfortunately, I have nothing to compare it to in terms of authenticity, but this dish was heavenly. I modified Max LaManna’s mushroom dish to use tofu instead and I added a little mango chutney on…
Feet to the Earth 