There’s a reason Trader Joe’s is a cult favorite—it makes an ordinary chore of grocery shopping extraordinary. The equally inventive and appetizing products infuse a sense of fun and discovery into this otherwise mundane task. Plus, the brand has really upped its vegan selection, offering everything from vegan salmon spread to its own plant-based meats … [Read more…]
Still looking for that perfect side to serve at your holiday meal? Look no further than VegNews contributor Brian Patton’s fluffy, swirly mashed potatoes. Substitute baked kabocha squash for the sweet potatoes for another flavorful mash-up. What you need: 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar1½ cups unsweetened plain almond milk at room temperature, divided4 pounds Russet … [Read more…]
Taste buds evolve as we age and palates become more refined with experience, but there is no such thing as aging out of mac and cheese. Of course, chefs have enhanced the childhood classic by adding glugs of truffle oil or crispy vegan bacon, but the fact that this comforting pasta dish can go high … [Read more…]
These deliciously hearty cookies from the Plant You cookbook are easily adaptable. Swirl in peanut or almond butter, add toasted nuts or dried fruit, swap the dark chocolate chips for white … the possibilities are endless. What you need: 2 bananas, mashed1½ cups rolled oats½ teaspoon ground cinnamon⅓ cup vegan dark chocolate chips ½ teaspoon baking … [Read more…]
If you’re thinking about the late ‘90s and early aughts pop-punk, there’s a good chance you’re thinking about Blink-182. In 1999, “What’s My Age Again?” became the band’s first mainstream hit and the first to feature Travis Barker. Since then, the drummer has become a household name, but not just for his music career. Barker … [Read more…]
This soothing, comforting recipe from The Everyday Vegan Cheat Sheet cookbook relies on portabello mushrooms as the meaty stand-in along with three types of paprika to bring in the earthy, smoky flavors of this traditional dish. What you need: For the paprikash:¼ pound dehydrated soy curls2 cups boiling water3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 medium yellow … [Read more…]