Few things say comfort quite like a hot bowl of this No-Chicken Noodle Soup. It’s vegan, can easily be made gluten-free and it’s kiddo-approved! This recipe for No-Chicken Noodle Soup packs all the taste nostalgia of the animal based version – but no chickens harmed here! It’s got tender vegetables, flavorful broth, slurpable noodles, and filling protein from the tofu. In my house, this soup is on repeat in the winter months and can almost always be found on the stovetop on snow days. The real star ingredient in this recipe is the Better Than Bouillon Vegetarian No Chicken Base, which is vega ..read more

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of ACME Markets. All Opinions are 100% my own. Stuffed Mushrooms are always in my family’s Thanksgiving lineup. Tender mushrooms baked and brimming with warm, savory, seasoned stuffing. Yum! So much nostalgia. My Grandmama made her Italian Stuffed Mushrooms with parmesan, turkey gravy, and while I’m not gluten-free, they also contained breadcrumbs. This recipe for Stuffed Mushrooms was inspired by my Grandmothers beloved Stuffed Mushrooms – but this version is completely vegan and happens to be incidentally gluten-free as well. This is an incred ..read more

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of ACME Markets. All opinions are 100% my own. Thumbprint cookies tend to be synonymous with the holiday season. However, ever since I was little, I always got a spooky vibe from them. The drizzle reminded me of cobwebs or a mummy. Thus, I thought I would share these Vegan Thumbprint Cookies just in time for Halloween. Plus, these sweet, buttery treats are so simple and delicious I think they should be enjoyed all year around! This recipe is a classic, vegan version of the traditional thumbprint cookie. It’s perfectly sweetened with O Organics ..read more

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of ACME Markets . All opinions are 100% my own. If you’re looking for a super hearty dish with a kick, this Spicy Baked Almond Butter Tofu is for you! The tofu is baked to crispy perfection and tossed in a creamy, spicy almond butter sauce. It’s vegan, gluten-free, packed with protein, fiber and satiating whole food fats. This Spicy Baked Almond Butter Tofu is a quick meal that’s also incredibly versatile based on your preferences. Serve it over noodles, rice or your favorite veggies. Top it off with sliced green onions and roasted nuts or seeds ..read more

Pad Thai needs little introduction. It is a beloved dish that is incredibly versatile to suit all eaters. It can generally be made vegan at your local Thai restaurant with just a few tweaks. While I encourage supporting restaurants in your local community, sometimes dining in or take-out may not be an option or financially accessible. Thus I bring you my restaurant-style Vegetable Pad Thai. This is one of my go-to dishes because it uses ingredients that likely already stocked in my kitchen and it is sure to please. Not to mention, this Vegetable Pad Thai is markedly healthier than traditional ..read more

The Night Before: John and I are in Stone Harbor, NJ, getting ready to head over to my best friend Holly’s rental home. In typical fashion, she and her family have invited us over to celebrate the kickoff of their vacation with dinner and drinks. On our way out the door, John playfully grabs my favorite beach hat and puts it on. He does a few quirky impressions of me before he tosses it in his car. I find it strange he insists on bringing it along and keep asking why. It’s the evening and the sun is already setting. John and I arrive at Holly’s rental and her daughters greet us inside with lot ..read more

This is a sponsored post by ACME markets. All opinions are 100% mine. This summer looks and feels different for so many of us. We are spending more time at home, perhaps having to cancel that vacation or trip we had planned. Backyard family dinners or intimate, distanced barbecues are the norm. Coat your Cashew Caramel Crunch bars to your liking. As celebrations and summer holidays come and go, we are making space for new traditions. Enter these Cashew Caramel Crunch Bars made with high quality and organic ingredients found at my local ACME store. These bars will quickly become a new, savored ..read more

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