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    Quick and Easy Pickles
    • Nov 18, 2020
    • 2 min

    Quick and Easy Pickles

    Pickles are not only delicious, they're healthy. According to experts, pickles are full of good bacteria called probiotics.
    Updates!
    • Sep 15, 2020
    • 1 min

    Updates!

    If you like rich, delicious desserts that just happen to be plant-based, you might want to check out The Little Vegan Dessert Cookbook.
    An Interview with Deborah Kalb
    • Aug 3, 2020
    • 1 min

    An Interview with Deborah Kalb

    With these nostalgic, plant-based desserts, you really can have your cake and eat it too! Deliciously decadent dairy and gluten-free treats!
    The Little Vegan Dessert Cookbook
    • May 2, 2020
    • 1 min

    The Little Vegan Dessert Cookbook

    The Little Vegan Dessert Cookbook! Full of carefully curated, decadent, vintage recipes! A must for anyone interested in plant-based eating!
    Heritage Recipe For Baked Eggplant
    • Nov 28, 2019
    • 3 min

    Heritage Recipe For Baked Eggplant

    My grandparents made this dish often. They would cook though out the day, preparing large batches to store in the freezer for my mom.
    Detox Your Body With These Simple Cleanses!
    • Jan 2, 2019
    • 2 min

    Detox Your Body With These Simple Cleanses!

    Food can be a powerful tool in our arsenal to fight against disease. Detoxify your body with these simple cleanses!
    Vintage Cookbooks And Tom Douglas
    • Jul 14, 2018
    • 2 min

    Vintage Cookbooks And Tom Douglas

    I was featured on Tom Douglas' radio show to discuss why so many of us find vintage cookbooks so appealing.
    Homemade Snickers Bar
    • Jun 17, 2018
    • 2 min

    Homemade Snickers Bar

    This melt-in-your-mouth, rich version of America's favorite candy bar is sure to please both family and friends.
    Neapolitan Pizza Dough
    • May 20, 2018
    • 3 min

    Neapolitan Pizza Dough

    The dough is basic and reliable, and produces a crust that has great bite and a bit of crunch.
    Classic Caesar Salad Dressing Vegan
    • Apr 27, 2018
    • 1 min

    Classic Caesar Salad Dressing Vegan

    I've tried different ingredients and pairings for the base of my Caesar dressing including silken tofu, veggie mayonnaise and cashews.
    Authentic Irish Scones
    • Mar 3, 2018
    • 2 min

    Authentic Irish Scones

    This recipe is easy to make, so you won't be spending a lot of time in the kitchen. They are a delicious snack and great to give as a gift.
    Chicago Style Hot Dog Recipe Vegan
    • Feb 24, 2018
    • 2 min

    Chicago Style Hot Dog Recipe Vegan

    Not in the mood for processed meat trimmings? Why not try this delicious version of an old-time favorite?
    White Bean Soup Vegan
    • Jan 19, 2018
    • 2 min

    White Bean Soup Vegan

    Instead of serving chicken for dinner, try this plant-based white bean soup. This recipe is packed with vitamins and minerals.
    The Dark Side Of The French Fry
    • Nov 13, 2017
    • 2 min

    The Dark Side Of The French Fry

    French fries were a hit in 1970 until words like trans-fats and acrylamide hit the scene, making those who indulged feel a sense of guilt.
    Cloud Eggs
    • Jun 7, 2017
    • 1 min

    Cloud Eggs

    Move over poached eggs! The addition of minced lamb and cheddar makes this cloud egg not only flavorful but filling as well.
    The Best Recipe For Leftover Macaroni and Cheese
    • Apr 29, 2017
    • 1 min

    The Best Recipe For Leftover Macaroni and Cheese

    Macaroni and cheese is actually a great leftover to use for muffins. They are not only delicious but easy to make.
    Chicken Liver Pate Vegan
    • Apr 13, 2017
    • 1 min

    Chicken Liver Pate Vegan

    Walnut pate is an excellent choice for those interested in serving a vegan, dairy-free appetizer that is both flavorful and satisfying.
    Kids And Wholesome Food, What Really Matters
    • Apr 6, 2017
    • 2 min

    Kids And Wholesome Food, What Really Matters

    I learned not to worry if they ate the ingredients to a recipe. I realized what mattered was how they connected to the food.
    Old World Italian Pasta Recipe
    • Mar 30, 2017
    • 2 min

    Old World Italian Pasta Recipe

    This article includes recipes for homemade pasta dough as well as Charters' own roasted lamb filling with ricotta.
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