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    Hummus Pasta Salad

    Adding the dressing while the pasta is still warm allows the pasta to absorb some of the dressing. It's a...


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    Lemony Layer Bars

    One of my favorite cakes is a white chocolate cake with coconut lemon filling, dark chocolate frosting and almonds. This...


    Watermelon Cupcakes

    My granddaughter and I bake together each week. She was inspired by all of her mom's flavored syrups, so we...


    No-Bake Chocolate Rice Krispie Bars

    These bars are crowd-pleasers! I've made them with chocolate hazelnut peanut butter spread and also with Biscoff cookie spread. The...


    Coleslaw Waldorf Salad

    Potlucks tend to have a lot of heavy dishes, so this bright, fresh Waldorf salad coleslaw recipe is a welcome...


    Best Ever Cashew Cheese Sauce

    This is a versatile cashew cheese sauce that's totally plant-based. I use it as a pasta sauce, as a pizza...


    Strawberry Overnight Oats

    These strawberry overnight oats will be ready and waiting for you in the morning. ThePB&J-inspired breakfast is both gluten-free and...


    Reuben Portobello Mushroom Burgers

    These portobello mushroom burgers are a hit every time I serve them. They are filling but not heavy. The sauerkraut,...

    Buffalo Tofu Wrap

    My family loves the tofu filling in this wrap! For parties, we often serve it as a dip with tortilla...


    Vegan Potato Salad

    Creamy and packed full of flavor, this vegan potato salad is a great make-ahead salad for large crowds, and it...


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    Avocado Tacos

    These juicy, flavorful and healthy avocado tacos are for anyone who's a fan of avocado. Get ready, because tacos just...


    Easy Almond Joy Chia Pudding

    I enjoy making this coconut milk chia pudding recipe because it's easy and I can find all the ingredients at...


    Saucy Tempeh Sloppy Joes

    I grew up eating sloppy joe sandwiches and can't get enough of the messy deliciousness. Even though I eat meatless...


    Sticky Sesame Cauliflower

    Sesame chicken is one of my favorite takeout dishes, but I’m doing what I can to cut unnecessary calories and...


    Vegan Squash Soup with Naan Croutons

    This butternut squash soup is so full of flavor that you won't miss the meat or dairy! The added can...


    Mean Green Smoothie Bowls

    This delicious bright green smoothie bowl recipe contains powerful antioxidants. Top with cucumber slices and fresh parsley sprigs for a...


    Grilled Chickpea Salad Sandwich

    When my mother comes to visit, she enjoys a good old-fashioned chicken salad sandwich. As a vegetarian, I make chickpea...

    Vegan Chocolate Mousse

    This rich and creamy vegan chocolate mousse is so satisfying you’d never guess it’s dairy-free. Naturally sweet figs blend with...


    Orzo with Caramelized Butternut Squash and Bacon

    The year my garden produced a bumper crop of butternut squash, I made so many new dishes trying to use...


    Chocolate Date Energy Balls

    Eating just one of these healthy treats satisfies my sweet tooth without added refined sugar. My recipe is a spinoff...


    Sheet-Pan Jambalaya with Cauliflower Rice

    Sheet-pan dinners are a busy cook's dream with quick prep and easy cleanup. This sheet-pan jambalaya is a healthy twist...


    Chocolate-Stuffed Dreidel Cookies

    These dreidel cookies are sure to spread some smiles this holiday season. Your friends and family will delight in the...


    Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Muffins

    I have a family member with special dietary needs, so I came up with these gluten-free sweet potato muffins that...

    Watermelon Salad with Cinnamon Pretzel Crunch

    This is such a wonderful side dish to enjoy during a hot summer, especially here in Texas. My family loves...


    Breakfast BLT Waffles

    I'm not a big fan of sweets for breakfast, but I love a crisp waffle. My son and I tried...


    Garlic Bread Bites

    These garlic bread bites are ridiculously easy to make and insanely tasty! To make them extra cheesy, sprinkle the tops...


    Red Lentil Hummus with Brussels Sprout Hash

    Instead of chickpeas, this red lentil hummus uses lentils to create a hearty, healthful appetizer. The Brussels sprout topping makes...


    Gluten-Free Brownie Bars

    I can't eat dairy or gluten, but these gluten-free brownie bars are a satisfying substitute. The brownies will still seem...


    Quinoa-Pear Breakfast Bake

    My husband and I enjoy quinoa, so I created this pear breakfast bake for our Sunday brunch. The quinoa is...