Korma

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 Tbsp curry powder
• 1 Tbsp garam masala
• 1 Tbsp brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp coriander
• 1 head cauliflower
• 1/2 cup raw cashews
• 1 cup frozen peas

Saute onion, garlic, and oil in an Instant Pot until browned. Transfer onion mixture to a blender. Add coconut milk and all spices to the blender. Set aside.

Remove stem and leaves from cauliflower and break up into florets. Transfer cauliflower florets to the Instant Pot then add cashews along with a couple cups of water.* Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Once done, open the valve to quickly release the pressure, strain the cauliflower and cashews, then transfer to the blender.

Blend on high until smooth then pour mixture into the instant pot and add frozen peas. 

Serve over basmati rice or quinoa, which can be cooked using the pot-in-pot method to save time. To do this, simply add rice or quinoa plus water (180 grams rice/quinoa + 2 cups water) to a stainless steel or glass bowl that's small enough to fit inside the Instant Pot and place the bowl with its contents on top of the Instant Pot rack. Add cauliflower, cashews, and enough water to reach the bottom of the rack around the bowl.  Increase the cook time to 12 minutes. 

*Save time by doing the pot-in-pot method. Add 270 grams of quinoa or basmati rice and 3 cups of water to a glass or stainless steel bowl then place bowl on top of cauliflower. Increase cook time from 10 minutes to 12 minutes. 

Lasagna Soup

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth (6 cups water + 2 Tbsp veggie bouillon)
• 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into 2" pieces (or 8 oz shell or farfalle noodles)
• 1 cup TVP 
• 2-3 cups fresh spinach, chopped

In an Instant Pot, saute onion in oil until translucent. Add garlic, tomato paste, and spices. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes. Add tomatoes, broth, lasagna noodles, and TVP. Secure lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes then quick release pressure. Open lid and stir in spinach.

Mushroom Stroganoff

• 3 Tbsp olive oil, divided
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 16 oz mushrooms (baby Bellas or white or a mix of both), sliced
• 5-6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 2 tsp Worcestershire 
• 3/8th cup flour
• 3 cup vegetable broth
• 1 cup almond milk
• 16 oz rotini pasta, cooked according to package instructions

In a large pan over medium heat, sauce onions in a tablespoon of the olive oil until onions are translucent. Add mushrooms and continue cooking until juices have evaporated and mushrooms are done (about 15 minutes). Add remaining olive oil, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire and stir until incorporated. Add flour and stir until fully combined, then add broth and milk. Increase heat to medium-high, cover, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes. Remove lid and allow to continue to cook for a few minutes to thicken.

Add cooked and drained pasta then serve! 

Make-Ahead Asian Noodle Bowls

Well worth the 20 minute prep-time as this recipe results in FOUR delicious and healthy lunches/dinners that are ready-to-eat. Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days.

• 4 oz thin spaghetti noodles OR 1 small sweet potato, peeled & spiralized
• 1 large zucchini, spiralized
• 2 large carrots, grated with a box grater
• 1 large bell pepper (or 4 mini), sliced
• 2-3 green onions, sliced
• 2 cups garbanzo beans (cooked from 135g dry, drained and rinsed)
• optional: avocado (add before serving)

Sauce

• 64 grams (1/4 cup) almond butter
• 3 Tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1 Tbsp sesame oil
• 1 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp lime juice
• 1/2 tsp ginger powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• optional: 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

IF USING SPAGHETTI: Bring a pot of water to boil and cook spaghetti noodles for 7 minutes. Drain then rinse with cold water.

IF USING SWEET POTATO: Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add sweet potato noodles and enough water to prevent sticking. Toss frequently, adding more water when sticking occurs. Cook for 5-7 minutes then remove from heat and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. 

Line up 4 food containers with lids. Into each, neatly place a quarter of the spaghetti, sweet potato noodles, zucchini noodles, grated carrot, sliced bell pepper, chopped green onion, and 1/2 cup of garbanzo beans. 

In a medium sized mixing bowl, whisk together sauce ingredients. Divide into 4 small jars with lids. 

Store everything in the fridge! To enjoy, pour sauce into the container of veggies/noodles and stir until evenly coated. 

Coconut Cream Pie

• 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought and prepared according to directions)
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 3 cups half and half
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 c. sugar
• 1/2 c. flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 c. whipped topping

Prepare crust.

In a large frying pan, toast coconut flakes over medium heat, stirring constantly, until golden brown.

In a medium saucepan, add half and half, eggs, sugar, flour, salt, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and continue cooking and whisking for a few more minutes until thick. Remove from heat and stir in 3/4ths of the toasted coconut flakes.

Pour mixture into the pie shell. Cover and refrigerate 4+ hours. 

Top with whipped topping then sprinkle on remaining coconut flakes. 

Vegan Chili with TVP

• 500 grams dried beans of your choice + water
• 28 oz diced tomatoes
• 6 cups water
• 3 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 Tbsp cumin 
• 1 Tbsp dried oregano
• 1 Tbsp paprika
• 2 tsp granulated garlic
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 vegetable bouillon cubes, crushed
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/4 c. banana pepper rings
• 1 1/2 c. TVP 

Cook beans in water in an instant pot on high pressure for 30 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally. Drain, rinse, and return beans to the instant pot. Add all remaining ingredients then replace lid and cook on high pressure for 12 minutes. 

Carrot Dogs

• 8 large carrots, peeled and cut to bun length
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 vegetable bouillon cube
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 Tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tsp liquid smoke
• 1 tsp yellow mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Set a pot of water on the stove to boil. Once boiling, add peeled carrots and cook for 12-15 minutes until fork tender (be careful not to overcook). 

Meanwhile, in a small bowl or coffee mug, add 1/4 cup water and vegetable bouillon cube. Microwave for 1 minute (long enough to completely dissolve the bouillon cube). Stir in remaining ingredients and set aside. 

Once carrots are done boiling, immediately rinse them under cold water to stop them from cooking. Transfer carrots to a zip-lock bag then pour in marinade. Close the bag, squeezing out as much air as possible, and transfer to the fridge, with the bag laying flat. Marinade for a minimum of 6 hours and as many as 24 hours.

To heat, cook carrot dogs on a grill or pan until heated through. Serve on a hotdog bun with your favorite toppings. 

Baked Cauliflower Wings

• 120 g. garbanzo bean flour
• 3/4 c. almond milk
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets

sauces (double if you want the entire batch to be the same)

• BBQ wings: 1 tbsp margarine + 1/2 cup BBQ sauce 
• hot wings: 1 tbsp margarine + 1/2 cup wing sauce

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, milk, and spices. Using a rubber spatula, fold in cauliflower florets until evenly coated.

Using two medium-sized mixing bowls, melt one tablespoon of margarine in each bowl. Stir in BBQ sauce in one bowl and wing sauce in the other bowl.

Transfer cauliflower to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each piece. Bake at 450 degrees for 25 minutes. Remove cauliflower from oven and transfer half the cauliflower into each bowl. Carefully coat the cauliflower in the sauce then transfer back to the pan, again with some space between each piece. Bake sauce-coated cauliflower for an additional 15 minutes. 

Serve with dips of your choice. 

Hummus

• 1 quart garbanzo beans (cooked from 270 grams dry), drained and rinsed
• 64 grams tahini, well stirred
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. 

Chickquin Patties

Makes 12 chickquin patties!

• 270 grams chickpeas + water
• 90 grams quinoa + 1 cup water
• 120 grams corn flakes, pulsed in food processor
• 2 carrots, pulsed in food processor
• 1/2 onion, pulsed in food processor
• 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp paprika
• 2 tsp garlic
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp dried dill
• 1/2 tsp rosemary
• 1/2 tsp thyme
• 1/2 tsp sage
• 120 grams vital wheat gluten

Using the pot-in-pot method with an Instant Pot, set a glass bowl or jar that has about a 4 cup capacity inside the stainless steel pot. Inside the glass bowl/jar, add 90 grams quinoa and 1 cup of water. Around the glass bowl/jar (in the stainless steel pot itself), add chickpeas and a few cups of water. Put the lid on the Instant Pot and pressure cook on high for 40 minutes.   

Meanwhile, using the food processor, pulse corn flakes then transfer to a small bowl and set aside. Next pulse carrots and onion and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add in nutritional yeast and all spices (everything but the vital wheat gluten). 

Once the Instant Pot is finished, add cooked quinoa to the large bowl. Strain garbanzo beans then transfer to the food processor and blend until smooth. Transfer mashed beans to the large bowl. Add in vital wheat gluten then stir until it comes together. Knead mixture with your hands for 3-5 minutes.

Form chickquin patties by placing a 4" round cookie cutter on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle one tablespoon of ground corn flakes (from the small bowl) into the cookie cutter then pack chickquin mixture into the cookie cutter on top of the corn flakes. Finish each patty by sprinking additional ground corn flakes on top then press the corn flakes into the patty. Bake at 350 for 40 minutes, flipping half way through. 

FREEZING: Allow patties to cool to room temperature before freezing (I like to wrap each patty individually in freezer paper then place all the wrapped patties into a gallon sized zip top bag). To cook from frozen, microwave for 4-5 minutes, flipping half way through. 

Portobello Mushroom Burgers with Garlic Sriracha Aioli

Balsamic Marinated Portobello Mushroom Burgers

• 4 portobello mushroom caps
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• salt & pepper
• toppings: lettuce, tomato, red onion, provolone cheese, garlic sriracha aioli (recipe below)

Prepare mushrooms by twisting off stems and scraping off the gills using a spoon. 

In a bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, garlic, and spices.

Place mushrooms, smooth side down, into a 9x13" pan. Pour marinade over the mushrooms and allow to sit for 15 minutes, flipping every few minutes.

Over medium heat, preheat a grill pan (or cook outside on a grill). Grill mushrooms for 5-8 minutes per side (or until tender). Serve on a buttered and toasted bun with toppings of your choice!

Garlic Sriracha Aioli. Makes enough for four burgers

• 120 grams (1/2 cup) miracle whip 
• 1 tsp granulated garlic
• 2 tsp lime juice
• 1 Tbsp sriracha

Whisk together ingredients then serve.

Vegetarian Bacon Corn Chowder

• 2-3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
• 4-5 yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 1 lb 8 oz frozen corn
• 4 cups water
• 1 (5oz) package vegetarian bacon (Smart brand, diced)
• 1 Tbsp vegetable bouillon
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1/2 tsp thyme
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk

Combine all ingredients EXCEPT evaporated milk in an Instant Pot and set to cook on high pressure for 12 minutes. Allow pressure to naturally release.

Stir in the can of evaporated milk then transfer half the soup to a blender and blend until smooth. Return blended soup to the pot then serve.

Knoephla Soup

Soup

• 2 Tbsp butter
• 5-6 yukon gold potatos, peeled and cubed
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper
• 5 cups water
• 3 cups milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 Tbsp chicken bouillon

Knoephla

• 185 grams all-purpose flour 
• 3/8 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tsp dried dill
• 2 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp fresh ground pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• additional 1-2 Tbsp flour to prevent sticking

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add potatoes and onion and saute until onions start to caramelize. Add some of the water to prevent sticking. Add remaining ingredients and allow to simmer until potatoes are tender (about 20 minutes). 

Meanwhile, combine knoephla ingredients in a seperate bowl. Dough should be stiff and not sticky (add more flour or more milk if needed). Roll dough into ropes about 1/2 inch thick then cut ropes into small pieces. Transfer pieces of dough back to the bowl along with the additional 1-2 Tbsp flour and toss, making sure that each piece is coated and seperate from the others.

Carefully drop dough balls into the soup then cover. Let soup cook for an additional 15 minutes.

Lentil Bruschetta Dip

• 135 g. dry green lentils 
• 1 1/2 cups of water
• 3 roma tomatoes, diced
• 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup feta, crumbled
• fresh ground pepper to taste

In a small saucepan, bring lentils and water to a boil then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Keep covered. Allow to simmer until lentils are soft and the water has been absorbed.

In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Add lentils once cooked then stir once more.

Cover dip and transfer to the fridge for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers. 

Oriental Cold Noodle Salad

• 15 oz spaghetti noodles
• 2 tsp peanut oil
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 2 Tbsp brown sugar
• 1 Tbsp lime juice
• 2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, grated
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup peanuts, chopped

Cook noodles in a pot of boiling water for 9 minutes. Drain and rinse. 

Meanwhile, combine all remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly. Add cooked spaghetti, stir until well coated, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight. 

Spinach Avocado Grilled "Cheese" Sammies

Makes 2 sandwiches

• 4 slices of bread
• 1 ounce pesto
• 1/4 cup vegan mozzarella
• 1 handful fresh spinach
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• butter or coconut oil for grilling

In a pan over medium-low heat, melt butter or coconut oil. Smear pesto two slices of bread and vegan mozzarella onto the remaining two slices

Assemble the sandwiches onto the pan, layering avocado and spinach in between the pesto and cheese covered bread. Grill the sandwiches with a lid covering the pan until browned. Flip then continue cooking other side.

Cheesy Broccoli Soup

• 2 1/2 cups veggie stock
• 3 cups cashew milk
• 640 grams frozen broccoli
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 large yukon gold potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 2 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled

In a medium-sized pot over medium heat, combine all ingredients EXCEPT nutritional yeast and garlic. Cook until veggies are tender.

Transfer some of the soup to a blender, add nutitional yeast and garlic, and blend until smooth. Return soup to the pot and stir to combine. Blend as much or as little of the soup as you'd like. 

Vegan Mozzarella

• 1/4 cup raw cashews
• 1 cup hot water
• 2 Tbsp + 1 tsp tapioca starch (aka tapioca flour)
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 3/4 tsp sea salt

Add all ingredients to a blender then blend until completely smooth (may take a full minute). Pour mixture into a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring often. Mixture will begin to thicken. Continue cooking for about 2-3 minutes until stretchy. 

Transfer "cheese" to an airtight container and store in the fridge. Perfect for pizzas (smear straight onto the dough) or sandwiches. 

Vegan Mac & Cheese

• 16 oz macaroni noodles (or noodle shape of your choice)

"Cheese" Sauce

• 2 cups yellow potatoes (weighing a total of 325 grams before peeling), peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup carrots (40-50 grams), peeled and sliced
• 2/3 cup yellow onion (100 grams), chopped
• 1 cup (128 grams) raw cashews
• 1 1/2 cup vegetable cooking water
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• sprinkling of paprika (topping)

Boil vegetables and cashews in some water until tender (or cook in an Instant Pot for 6 minutes).

While veggies are cooking, boil noodles until al dente (6-8 minutes). Drain, rinse, then return to the pot.

Once veggies are done, strain while reserving 1 1/2 cups of the water. Transfer veggies/cashews to a blender and add all remaining sauce ingredients including reserved vegetable cooking water. Blend until smooth.

Pour sauce over cooked noodles, stir, and serve with a pinch of paprika sprinkled on top. You can also place the mac & cheese into an oven-safe dish, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.

Variation: Add steamed broccoli to make Mac & Trees! If using the instant pot, simply do the pot-in-pot method float a stainless steel or glass bowl of fresh or frozen broccoli florets on top of the veggies and cashews in the instant pot, seal the lid, then pressure cook as normal.

Vegan Sweet Potato Burgers

• 1 large sweet potato
• 1 pint garbanzo beans (cooked from 135g dry, rinsed and drained)
• 40 grams oats
• 2 Tbsp plant-based milk
• 2 Tbsp ketchup
• 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp liquid smoke
• 1/2 tsp salt

Cook whole sweet potato in the microwave for 6-8 minutes until fork tender. Carefully cut the sweet potato in half length-wise then use a spoon to scrape the insides away from the skin. Transfer sweet potato to a food processor and add all remaining ingredients. Pulse until combined.

On a baking sheet lined with a silicone baking mat, form mixture into 5 patties. Bake at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes, flipping half way through.

Once done, remove from oven and allow to cook for 10 minutes before serving. Serve with toppings of your choice.