Credit : The Clever Meal Back story : I had what felt like a million white potatoes in my house and I just could not use them quick enough. I searched for recipes with potatoes as the foundation and when I found this recipe, I thought I hit the jackpot. I was not wrong. It is basically a warm embrace in a bowl while the smell of rosemary and white wine ruminate through the house! My mom (photo cred) now makes this for dad all the time because he loves it just as much! I hope

Inspiration : Mia recipes Back story: I have a love hate relationship with green zucchini. I had one in the fridge and just didn’t know what to do with it. This curry came up in my reels with zucchini and corn and I immediatly thought “That sounds disgusting”. I decided to give it a try because, why the heck not! Am I glad I did because this was yummy. I made a few variations to suit my preferences so here it is! Vegan Gluten Free Equipment: Cutting board Knife Large sk

Credit : Nisha Vora, Rainbow Plant Life Back story : You may be shaking your head, especially if you are Italian. I realize it sounds sacrilege, but I assure you, it’s delicious. It was so good that my meat-eater taste-testers wanted the recipe so they can make it themselves. Tidbit : The original recipe calls for 2 tbsp of lemon juice (juice from ~ ½ lemon) + lemon zest from 1 medium lemon. I've replaced that with the entire 1/2 lemon, excluding the pits. I’ve tried this r

Credit : Simplicious, Sarah Wilson Back story : My dear friend Nancy discovered Sarah Wilson, a very cool Australian women whose cookbook, Simplicious, focuses on food waste reduction by using everything when cooking! One of my favesies is this go-to pesto in the summer when you can get dandelion greens everywhere! Tidbit : Dandelion greens are insanely nutritious and full of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and anti-inflammatory. Try this out and you won’t look back. Vega

Credit : Erica - that's me :) Back story: BASIL ROCKS MY WORLD (see my business logo), and I recently learned how healthy parsley is, so I now find ways to add these herbs into my diet as much as I can. This pesto is easy and much healthier than the store bought stuff which is filled with oil and other junk. I put this on nearly everything - toast with arugula, tomatoes & melted cheese or on top of eggs. Boom, bam, bomb! It's also a great way to use herbs when you don't kno

Credit : My dear friend Nancy, via her Nepali friend/colleague. For a visual, check out this youtube video (totally unrelated to how we collected this banger). Back story: During the COVID-19 lockdown, Nancy made this based on a recipe her Nepali friend/colleague once made for her. It was love at first bite. When I need hearty with a bang of flavor, this is my go-to. Tidbit: lentils and rice combined make a complete protein (all 9 essential amino acids) It seems like many s

Credit : Peace Corps Malawi Volunteers (Monica) Back story : When I lived in Malawi, I traveled throughout the country working with Peace Corps Volunteers to integrate malaria prevention efforts into their communities. It offered a unique window into both Peace Corps life and everyday life for many Malawians. During my time there in 2016, the country faced a severe food crisis and foreign aid provided life-saving staples, like rice and beans. Though mujadara isn’t a Malawian

Credit : The Beaming Baker Back story : Call me what you want, I don't care because I love all things pumpkin. These cookies were so yum that I gobbled up too many to count in one sitting. So, pace yourself! Vegan Gluten Free Equipment: Mixing bowl(s) Spatula Blender or food processor (only if you are making your own oat flour) Ingredients: Dry Ingredients 1 cup oat flour, very finely ground (you can use regular oats and grind them, as I did) 1.5 teaspoons baking powder ½

Credit : The Conscious Plant Kitchen Back story : I participated in a community health fair and made these cookies as examples that healthy can also be delicious! It was a fan favorite with the kids AND the parents :) Vegan Gluten Free Equipment: Mixing bowl(s) Spatula Blender or food processor (only if you are making your own oat flour) Ingredients: 1.5 cups oat flour (you can use regular oats and grind them, as I did) ½ teaspoon baking soda 3 tablespoons coconut oil - m

Credit : Someone on facebook! (Sorry, I didn’t save the information) Back story : I LOVE BREAD. Other than potatoes, it’s my favorite carb so when I went gluten-free, I really felt the lack of bread in my life. This recipe was the first gluten-free type of bread I tried and I found it to be unique, nutrient packed and tasty. Vegetarian Gluten Free Equipment: Mixing bowl Knife Loaf pan Parchment paper Ingredients: 1 cup red lentils (soaked) 2 eggs 2 tbsp plain, full-fat

Inspiration : Hungry Woman Back story : If you know me, you know I love bread (like most everyone in the world). The thought of a bread-less life after shifting to gluten-free made me sad. However, I have learned that gluten-free life does NOT have to be so bleak, yall! I have tried several gluten-free breads and this one just hits different. It was so yummy, I cannot wait to make it again! Tidbit : Chickpeas paired with pumpkin seeds make this a complete protein (meaning i

Credit : Supper with Michelle Back story : This is a relatively simple recipe and it’s super cozy. I made this for my non-vegetarian parents and sister one night after a long flight, and they all loved it. Tidbit : It's a long one - hear me out: Turmeric is known as a power ingredient due to the active compound, curcumin, which is associated with anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, anti-diarrheal, anti-microbial, anti-viral, and antioxidant properties. Woah, that'

Credit: Alecooks Back story : I was craving something sweet, healthy, and gluten-free and found this bad boy. This recipe uses minimal ingredients—all of which I already had in the house (an indescribably happy feeling)—and it ended up being a winner. I made them for guests, and they loved them too! Vegan Gluten Free Equipment: Mixing bowl Cookie sheet Parchment paper Ingredients: 2 cups of almond flour (finely ground, not almond meal) 1 cup of cacao nibs or dark choco

Credit : Lazy Cat Kitchen Back story : I have tried several different seed cracker recipes since going gluten-free, and these have been at the #1 spot for a while. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do! Tidbit : Nutritional yeast is a complete protein on it's own. The chickpea flour and pumpkin seeds combined make a complete protein. Meaning these crackers are crackling with complete protein! Double winner! Vegan Gluten Free Equipment: Mixing bowl Knife 9x13 pan Ingred

Credit : My mama Back story : as a kid, stuffed peppers was a favorite dish of mine. Originally stuffed with ground beef, my mom - amazing woman that she is – created a vegetarian version for me. These are a go-to comfort food when I need a reminder of home and/or a hug from my mom. Tidbit: The rice and beans combined make this a complete protein - great for my fellow veg-heads! Vegetarian (can easily be made vegan) Gluten Free Equipment: Cutting board Knife 5qt pot/sauce

Credit : My mama Back story : As a kid, pasta was a weekly meal (sometimes multiple times a week) and eaten at every holiday. My mom’s meat sauce is legendary, but I don’t miss it (too much, at least!) when her marinara is waiting for me. My mouth is watering just thinking about this sauce! Tidbit: Tomatoes are chock full of goodness. They are rich in vitamin C , potassium , fiber and most notably, the antioxidant (disease fighting agent) called lycopene . When tomatoes ar