Fennel is a relatively new favorite of mine. Though not a big fan of the seed or pollen, which are too similar to anise and black licorice for my taste, I can’t seem to get enough of fresh fennel bulb…
Vegan Fennel and Apple Pizza
Instant Vegan Pancake Mix
Dry mixes are great for roadtrips, camping, and even gifts. Keep this on hand if you make pancakes a lot or if you want it ready and measured for the kids (or a dear adult who cooks like a child).…
Vegan Rhubarb Scones
Rhubarb is an amazing treat baked in to a pies, stewed into a sauce, or as the flavor of one of my favorite soda pops. You find the best rhubarb at a local farmers market, but it is also available…
Marmite Vegan Cheese Straws
I love these cheese straws for holiday parties and big gatherings when we need a lot of little elegant bites. Crispy, flakey, and oh so umami—Marmite Yeast Extract stands in for that missing foundation in many vegan cheeses. Everyone loves…
Vegan Savory French Toast and Spicy Chili Ketchup
Breakfast for dinner is one of my favorite things. Unfortunately, Monkey Man isn’t too fond of sweet things—occasionally we compromise. We served up this savory french toast with roasted potatoes and bell peppers, all topped with a spicy ketchup. I…
Fantastic Vegan Focaccia
This is a popular bread in my family, it’s quick, easy and delicious. My Dad and I would make it all the time to go with pasta dishes, soups, or to make sandwiches out of. The key is to give…
Aurora Borealis Vegan Grilled Cheese
Spring 2012 I competed on behalf of Compassion Over Killing in the 10th Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational at the Pasadena Rose Bowl. I placed 3rd in the Professional category for my vegan Honey Pot (dessert) grilled cheese sandwich. It was…
Irish Vegan Baked Potato Cakes
This is a veganised version of a traditional Irish recipe. They’re light and fluffy, but a little flakey like a buttermilk biscuit. They are great as a side in lieu of dinner rolls or with any type of soup. Baked…
Vegan Harry Potter Cauldron Cakes
I received this recipe from Monkey Man’s Aunt in Poland. Upon the first attempt I figured that the measurements had to have been mistranslated. I fiddled around with the recipe and came up with something I quite liked that went…
Gluten-Free Vegan Sweet Potato Cornbread
I developed this recipe for a Hoe Down at Farm Sanctuary’s Animal Acres a few years back. We served it up with vegan tofurky sausage baked beans, cole slaw, and chilled watermelon salad. Gluten-free Sweet Potato (or Pumpkin!) Corn Bread…