Vegan Potato Leek Soup

Vegan Potato Leek Soup

Creamy and delicious vegan potato leek soup! This hearty and comforting meal is filling, satisfying and will have you coming back for more!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 tsp Crushed Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 Large Leeks (white and light green parts only chopped)
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 tsp Dried Rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 6 medium Potatoes peeled and chopped ~2.2lb/1kg
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 4 cups Vegetable Stock/Broth
  • 1 14 oz Can Coconut Cream
  • Sea Salt and Black Pepper to taste
  • Fresh Chives Chopped for serving

Instructions
 

  • Add the chopped onion and leeks to a pot with the crushed garlic and olive oil and sauté until softened. Add in the thyme, rosemary and coriander powder and sauté.
  • Add the chopped potatoes, bay leaves and vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pot and simmer until the potatoes are soft and cooked.
  • Remove from the heat and remove the bay leaves.
  • Then add in the coconut cream.
  • Blend the soup using an immersion blender for the easiest blending for a creamy soup or, if you rather a more hearty soup with chunks of potato, smash up some of the potatoes (just enough for a creamy broth leaving potato chunks).
  • Add sea salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Serve with fresh chopped chives.

Vegan Sweet Potato Rolls

Vegan Sweet Potato Rolls

The sweet potato rolls are made using a simple yeasted recipe, only requiring 5 ingredients, 3 minutes of kneading, and a couple of (mostly hands off) hours. They are so fast (by bread standards) and so easy to make, making them the perfect recipe for your busy life! With minimal effort you can have beautiful, warm, mouth-watering rolls to serve with dinner, and, quite possibly, steal the entire show.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 18 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 14 Rolls

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup nondairy milk 177.44 ml, warmed to just about warm to touch
  • 2 tsp active yeast
  • 3/4 cup sweet potato puree (canned or boiled steamed sweet potato that has been mashed/pureed well), 210 g
  • 2 tbsp oil see tips section for no oil, optional
  • 3 cups of flour (divided - I use a mix of all-purpose flour and whole wheat 2:1 Allall purpose and all whole wheat will work as well), for gluten-free, see notes section, 375 g
  • 3/4 tsp to 1salt
  • Oil or vegan butter for brushing

Instructions
 

  • Mix the yeast and warmed non dairy milk and let sit for 5 mins
  • Add the sweet potato puree and 1/2 cup of flour and mix in, whisk until no lumps. Cover and let sit for at least 30 mins.
  • Add oil, 2 cups of flour*, and salt. Lightly mix the salt and herbs into the flour before mixing into the wet. (Start with 1.5 cups if your sweet potato puree/mash is less moist or if using more whole grain flours)
  • Add flour 1/4 cup at a time and make a lightly sticky dough. If you you work it too much with your hands it will get stickier. You just want a cohesive lightly sticky state.
  • Cover and let rise until doubled in size, 45 mins or longer. (You can shape the dough into rolls after 15 mins of rising and freeze them to bake later. To bake, let the frozen rolls thaw and rise in a warm oven (about 3 hours). Bake once they have risen to about double)
  • Divide the dough into 8 or 10 equal parts. shape into rolls, by rolling between your hands and pulling on the sides (see video). Place in a greased/parchment lined stoneware pan or cast iron skillet.
  • Brush the tops with oil, then let rise for 20-25 mins until almost doubled. Meanwhile preheat the oven to 385 degrees F (200 C).
  • Bake at 385 deg F for 21-22 min. Remove from the oven and Brush with vegan butter or oil and serve. (You can also freeze baked rolls. Cool completely, wrap in foil and freeze. To reheat, thaw for a few hours, then bake at 300 F for 10-12 mins).

Notes

Patience :). Letting the yeast do its job of rising adds more moisture to the dough and keeps the resulting baked rolls soft.
If omitting oil/butter, you will need a few tbsp less flour. Keep the dough soft and slightly sticky. It will also stick more while shaping into rolls. Use flour to work. Brush rolls with aquafaba or cornstarch slurry(2 tsp cornstarch mixed in 3 tbsp water), instead of oil before baking.
These rolls dont need much kneading! Just bring it all together and knead lightly until somewhat smooth slightly sticky dough state.
These rolls will work with all all purpose flour, a mix of all purpose and whole grain flours, and all whole grain flours as well. You might need a few tbsp less or more flour depending on the flours used. See video for dough consistency and add just enough to make a soft somewhat dough, not dry or stiff.
If using some whole grain flours in the mix, add less flour and keep the dough soft. Rolls will also take longer to rise, so allow them to rise and get all that air in. See my whole-grain dinner rolls for tips for baking 100%whole grain.
Use stoneware, glass or cast iron for baking rolls. Baking sheet causes the bottoms to cook faster making the rolls harder at the bottom.
Store covered once cool. Bread will continue to lose moisture, so 1. brush with oil. 2. cover lightly will a towel when not serving.

Vegan Fried Rice

Vegan Fried Rice

Vegan Fried Rice. A simple recipe with just a few ingredients. So tasty and you can use your favorite veggies, it’s always delicious!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rice
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 1 tablespoons or 2extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1/2 onion
  • 1 carrot
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari

Instructions
 

  • Cook the rice according to package directions. I recommend you to cook it the day before.
  • If you use fresh or frozen peas and corn kernels, cook them according to package directions. If you use canned peas or corn kernels, skip this step.
  • Heat oil in a wok or skillet, add chopped garlic and onion and diced carrots, cook them over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Add peas and corn kernels and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the rice, soy sauce or tamari and cook for 2 or 3 minutes or until rice is hot.

Notes

Add some tofu scramble for a flavor and protein boost...

Fluffy Vegan Pancakes

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Fluffy Vegan Pancakes

No egg or dairy to make these really nice pancakes! Top with maple syrup for a great breakfast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons organic sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • teaspoon ½salt
  • 1 cup non-dairy milk
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • maple syrup to serve

Instructions
 

  • Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Combine wet ingredients.
  • While mixing add wet into dry ingredients.
  • Cook pancakes in a nonstick pan or add some oil to regular pan.

Notes

Add additional plant milk if batter comes out too thick.

Very Easy Mushroom Barley Soup

Very Easy Mushroom Barley Soup

This recipe is so simple and easy and takes a third of the time of a typical barley soup. If you like mushroom barley soup, you will really like this. It's perfect for a cold winter night.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Vegan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbs olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 3/4 cup diced carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup barley
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  • Add the onion, carrots, celery and garlic; cook and stir until onions are tender and transparent.
  • Stir in mushrooms and continue to cook for a few minutes.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth and add barley. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer until barley is tender, about 50 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Quick Tomato, White Bean and Kale Soup

Quick Tomato, White Bean and Kale Soup

A hearty bean soup does not always require hours on the stove. Using the canned variety cuts the cooking time down drastically for this colorful recipe, which takes no more than an hour start to finish. You can save even more time by tackling some prep while starting to sauté the soup.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 Bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 large carrot chopped
  • 1 stick celery chopped (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 large garlic cloves minced
  • 1 14- ounce can chopped tomatoes with juice
  • 8 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 medium Yukon gold potato diced, about 6 ounces

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot and add the onion, carrot, and celery and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes and juice from the can, add another pinch of salt and cook, stirring often, for 5 to 10 minutes, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly.
  • Add the water, tomato paste, oregano, potato, and salt to taste. Bring to a boil, add the bouquet garni, cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes, until the potatoes are just about tender.
  • Add the kale and simmer another 10 minutes, until the kale and potatoes are tender and the soup is fragrant. Taste, adjust salt and add pepper. Stir in the beans and heat through for 5 minutes.

Vegan Chili Mac

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Vegan comfort food…

Vegan Chili Mac

Creamy vegan comfort food party in your mouth! This one-pot vegan chili mac is an easy, simple recipe perfect for a hearty vegan dinner. Best served with a whole grain crusty bread or your favorite fresh-baked loaf!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 6 portions

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp chili or 1/2 depending on how spicy you like it
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can pinto beans
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup of nutritional yeast
  • 1 28oz tomatoes sauce
  • 1 quart vegetable stock
  • 16 oz whole wheat pasta uncooked
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 jalapeno pepper
  • 1 carrot diced small
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced

Instructions
 

  • Saute the diced onions, carrot and peppers in a pot with 1/8 cup of broth until lightly cooked.
  • Add the garlic, mushrooms, and seasonings in with the onions and peppers and saute for 3 minutes.
  • Add the pinto, black beans and kidney beans followed by the vegetable stock and tomato sauce and mix well. Then add the maple syrup, tomato paste, and salt. Give it a good mix and there's your simple Chilli!
  • Now it's time to add the pasta and the nutritional yeast! The goal is for the liquid to be level with the pasta in your pot. So you may need to add a little bit more water to get it level.
  • Let the pasta cook for 10-15 minutes, you will need to keep an eye on it. Stir frequently to ensure that the pasta does not stick to the bottom of the pan. Turn off the heat once the pasta is almost al dente. Leave with a top on the pot until you set the table for dinner.

Notes

(Optional) Grate vegan cheese on top and place your pasta under a grill or in the oven until the vegan cheese melts.

Creamy Lentil Curry

Creamy Lentil Curry

Course Side
Cuisine Vegan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Teaspoon Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Medium yellow onion peeled and diced
  • 4 Cloves garlic minced about 4 teaspoons)
  • 1 Teaspoon of Mild Mustard I used mustard powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1/2 Teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 Teaspoon cumin
  • 1 Teaspoon Mild Curry Powder
  • salt to taste
  • 2/3 Cup Tomato Paste 400ml
  • 1 Can Coconut Cream
  • 1 Cup Dry Uncooked Lentils I used yellow as the end result is a yellow curry
  • Mint (to garnish optional)
  • 3 Cups Boiling Water

Instructions
 

  • Sauté onions and garlic in heated oil
  • Add the mustard, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and curry powder stirring in with the sautéed vegetables.
  • Stir in your tomato paste and coconut cream, and heat for a minute or two...
  • Pour in the lentils and water, bring to a boil.
  • Lower the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes or until the lentils are soft and the dish is creamy.
  • Server alone or over brown rice or quinoa.

Notes

Any type of lentil will work...

Tofu Stir Fry

Tofu Stir Fry

I use sriracha tofu packaged Asian vegetables and cauliflower rice to make a quick take out dinner with this recipe.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian, Vegan
Servings 1 Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 Package Trader Joe Sriracha Tofu cubed or you favorite marinaded firm about 4oz
  • 1 Cup cauliflower rice or grate your own
  • 4 Cups Frozen Asian vegetable mix
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil or other oil of choice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic chili paste
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

Instructions
 

  • Add oil and heat in wok or skillet
  • Add your vegetables and cook until half thewed
  • Stir in chili paste and soy sauce
  • Cook vegetables until done but still crunchy
  • Stir in hoisin and tofu and heat until tofu is warmed through
  • Serve over hot cauliflower rice

Notes

You can use what you have on hand, fresh vegetables, brown rice, etc.

Whole Food Plant Based Rougaille

red kidney beans and mushrooms rougaille, Mauritian rougaille recipe

Whole Food Plant Based Rougaille

A Mauritian creole-style tomato-based dish that is quick and easy to make and very tasty -- a true Mauritian classic dish that can be enjoyed over rice, pasta, noodles, with bread or in a flatbread.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon sunflower or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped or minced
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 tablespoon curry omit if unavailable
  • 5 - 6 fresh mushrooms
  • 1 - 2 red or green chilies deseed if needed or adjust to taste
  • 4 - 5 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 1/2 cups red kidney beans [270 g
  • 4 - 5 Roma tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup frozen green peas defrosted
  • 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves cilantro or parsley
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of oil on medium temperature. Add the minced ginger and garlic. Let these sizzle for about 15 seconds then add the onions and stir. Let cook for about 30 seconds, while stirring a few times.
  • Add the curry leaves followed by the sliced mushrooms. Let cook for about 2 minutes or until mushrooms start to sweat. Then add the chilies and the thyme.
  • Add the red kidney beans and cook for about one minute. Then add the tomatoes. Cook for about 7 - 10 minutes while stirring occasionally until the tomatoes start to soften and break down into a sauce. They don't need to melt completely into the sauce, but just enough with a few chunky pieces are really what we are looking for.
  • Add salt to taste and stir well.
  • Add the green peas and cook for a few more minutes. Then turn off the heat.
  • Garnish with the coriander leaves or parsley and serve warm.
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