Valentine’s Day is almost here, and what better way to celebrate than with some chocolate. This raw cacao mousse is easy to make and it's rather healthy, and absolutely no one will know that it's made with avocados unless they see you make it. If you don't want to splurge on raw cacao, regular cocoa powder can be used, but cacao has so many health benefits that it's probably worth the extra cost, especially since it's a special occasion.
Read MoreMeatless Monday - Hoppin' John
Hoppin’ John is a southern dish that’s supposed to bring good fortune to the new year. It’s traditionally made with black eyed peas, greens such as collards or kale and some sort of pork or bacon. The black eyed peas are symbolic of coins and since the greens are the color of money, they’re supposed to add extra wealth
Read MoreMeatless Monday - Soy Lime Seitan Tacos with Mango and Chipotle Aioli
Over the weekend my friend Jenna and I did a cooking demo at the Bethlehem VegFest in Bethlehem, PA. We made Jenna’s seitan tacos, which the crowd really enjoyed. If you’re not familiar with seitan, it’s a “wheat meat” that can be used in recipes that call for chicken or beef. Packaged seitan can be found in grocery stores near the tofu, or you can make your own.
Read MoreMeatless Monday - Pad Thai Salad
I don’t want to feed into the stereotype that vegans eat nothing but salads, but the truth is that I do love a good salad. Notice I said “good” salad. What I don’t like is bowls of limp lettuce with a few shreds of carrot and slices of bland, pink tomatoes slathered in too much dressing.
Read MoreMeatless Monday - Sunflower Seed "Tuna"
This sunflower seed “tuna” salad is perfect for summer picnics and cookouts, as it travels well and there’s no need to worry about eggy mayonaise going bad in the sun. It’s delcious on it’s own, works well in salads and is wonderful in sandwiches.
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