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Pastelón – Sweet Plantain Lasagna, Vegan Style with Tofurky Ground Beef Style

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In November we went to Florida for my brother-in-laws wedding. The new bride and groom didn’t go on a honeymoon right away, so the nights after the wedding were about the family getting together at hubbies parents to hang out … Continue reading

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Peanut Butter Galore!

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Way back in the warm sunny days of June DFV started a correspondence with the folks at The Peanut Butter Company in NYC.  We had met earlier at the Vida Vegan Con and they loved the vegan kids swap we … Continue reading

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Wild Rice, Butternut Squash, and Mushroom Casserole

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I have the fortunate opportunity to work with foodies. It is what the majority of all my work conversations are about. Most of the people at my current location are omnivores which is much different from the group of people … Continue reading

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Easy “Cheesy” Pasta with Breaded Gardein, Made By a 9-Year-Old

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Trying to describe my life lately is difficult.  Discombobulated is by far the best description I can think of.  It has been good, actually great, just different from what I am use to. We are pretty much moved into our … Continue reading

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Pumpkin and Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins Featuring Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Bar Baking Mix

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Our new house almost feels like home and we are slowly, but surely becoming familiar with our new city, Salem, Oregon. We found a place to get vegan Mexican food and vegan sushi, which is a great start! This past … Continue reading

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Vegan MOFO, Day 26: Earth Cafe Raw Cheesecake

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Yes, once again I have not lived up to my own expectations with Vegan MOFO this year. I really thought I had it together until the big move happened, which led to unpacking the kitchen and getting WiFi. The happy … Continue reading

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Vegan MOFO, Day 21: 5 Raw Desserts

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I can’t believe I have made it 21 days through Vegan MOFO without making a dessert. It’s not that I haven’t had dessert. We are fortunate enough to have a grocery store not too far from us that sells raw … Continue reading

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Vegan MOFO, Day 20: Brazil Nut “Tuna” Stuffed Heirloom Tomatoes

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Still unpacking tonight so we took a family favorite and twisted it up a bit. No new recipe, but instead an old recipe presented in a new way. The Brazil Nut Tuna worked perfectly stuffed in the heirloom tomato. It … Continue reading

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Vegan MOFO, Day 19: Moving Day and Veggie Sushi

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My hubby, daughter and I are finally back together after living apart since July 29th. We also started moving into our forever home last night and have been at it all day. Needless to say, our kitchen is dismantled so … Continue reading

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Vegan MOFO, Day 18: Sprouted Rye, Raw Dehydrated Bread

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This past May, my Oma (grandma) passed away. My sister and I were fortunate to grow up right around the corner from her. She took care of us before and after school while my parents were working. Since her passing, … Continue reading

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