Vegan Mac & Cheese

Mac and cheese no longer has to be off the menu if you don’t do dairy. When you’re craving comfort food, sometimes only mac & cheese will do. Tips for Making Vegan Mac & Cheese 1. And the cashews are boiled right along with the squash and cauliflower, saving pans and time. Then that same pot is used to cook the pasta and to combine the pasta and sauce. Simply puree until smooth....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 254 words · Emma Oneal

Vegan Mashed Potatoes

You don’t have to be a vegan to appreciate this easy holiday side dish. Meanwhile, place potatoes in a large saucepan; add cold water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-high; gently boil until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Add broth, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper and the caramelized onions; stir to combine. Transfer to a serving dish; sprinkle with chives and garnish with additional pepper, if desired....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 100 words · Keith Graham

Vegan Mushroom Bolognese

This Bolognese sauce recipe is adapted from Marcella Hazan’s Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking. And while some recipes call for red wine, this recipe sticks with Hazan’s white wine selection. Chop the remaining mushrooms into 1/4-inch pieces. Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring frequently, until translucent. Add carrots and celery; cook, stirring, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add oat milk; cook, stirring, until it evaporates....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 181 words · Charles Baker

Vegan No-Bake Cookies

Almond butter and coconut oil melt together to bind these stovetop cookies without using any eggs. To take the flavor to the next level, try subbing in your favorite nut butter. Stir in oats, cinnamon, vanilla and salt. Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Press into 2-inch circles. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours. Tips To make ahead: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 94 words · Jean Frazier

Vegan Pad Thai with Tofu

Add noodles and cook until just al dente, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain and refresh under cold running water to stop further cooking and prevent sticking. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add tofu and cook, stirring, until browned on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove to a plate. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and garlic; cook, stirring, 15 seconds....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 119 words · Emily Johnson

Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies

These tender and sweet vegan peanut butter cookies are as simple as it gets. Crunchy peanut butter adds texture, but smooth peanut butter will work well too. These harden as they cool, so wait for them to cool completely before eating. Photo:Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper. Whisk whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, nutmeg and salt together in a large bowl....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 305 words · Leonard Peterson

Vegan Pesto Spaghetti Squash with Mushrooms & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Low-carb spaghetti squash stands in for wheat noodles in this updated twist on a classic pesto pasta dish. Microwave, uncovered, on High until tender, 10 to 14 minutes. (Alternatively, place squash halves, cut-side down, on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake in a 400 degrees F oven until tender, 40 to 50 minutes. it’s possible for you to also cook the squash in a pressure cooker/multicooker; see Tip.) Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 149 words · Justin Arias

Vegan Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl with Creamy Green Sauce

Add 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; toss to coat. Puree, stopping and scraping down the sides as necessary, until smooth. Divide cooked quinoa, cabbage and the roasted vegetables and sauce among 4 bowls. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 58 words · Erin Beck

Vegan Shepherd's Pie

Add tomatoes, broth, lentils, thyme, rosemary and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender, about 35 minutes. Meanwhile, place potatoes in another large pot; add cold water to cover by 1 inch. Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. Add vegan butter and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; mash with a potato masher until smooth....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 138 words · Amy Thompson

Vegan vs. Keto: How Do These Two Diets Compare?

Learn more about the similarities and differences between these two diets. One diet is meat-heavy while the other eliminates all animal products. Are there any similarities between keto and vegan? Slow-Cooker Citrus Salmon with Melted Leeks What is a vegan diet and why do people follow it? Some vegans avoid honey too. According to theHumane Society International, eating a meat-free diet can cut our water footprint in half. Slow-Cooker Citrus Salmon with Melted Leeks...

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 429 words · Allison Macias

Vegan White Bean Chili

Add chiles, onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables are softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in broth and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer. Partially cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Serve with lime wedges, if desired. Tips To make ahead: Refrigerate chili for up to 4 days. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · Maria Carlson

Vegan Wild Rice Stuffed Squash for Two

Sprinkle the insides with a pinch of salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Place in a 8-inch-square (or similar-size) microwave-safe dish. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add leek, celery and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add wine and cook, stirring, until mostly evaporated, about 1 minute more. Add wild rice, bread cubes and herbs....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 179 words · Rebecca Rodriguez

Vegetable and Tofu Soup

Add oil and Italian seasoning. Seal bag; turn to coat tofu. Marinate in the refrigerator 2 to 4 hours. Coat a 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add undrained tofu; cook 5 to 8 minutes or until tofu is browned, turning once. Add broth and canned tomatoes. Add the mushrooms, peas and asparagus; reduce heat. Simmer 5 to 7 minutes or just until vegetables are tender....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 111 words · Harold Mcgee