About.com

Dairy-Free Cobblers

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:24:48 +0000

There's just something about a humble, bubbly cobbler that's truly quintessential to picnics, potlucks and outdoor barbecues, and a cobbler is simpler to prepare than a pie, which requires mixing, chilling, rolling and chilling again. Whip up a cobbler like this Plum Cobbler for your Memorial Day festivities next week, and serve it with your favorite dairy-free vanilla ice cream.

...

Read Full Post

Vegan Potluck Dishes

Sun, 19 May 2013 15:10:41 +0000

Summer is the time of year for potlucks, outdoor parties, and picnics, and it's been my experience that there is no dietary-restricted group that loves potlucks as much as vegans. I've been to my share of vegan potlucks and have a few already lined up for this season, so this week I thought I'd pull together some of my favorite dairy-free, egg-free, animal-free recipes into this collection of Vegan Potluck Dishes. From appetizers and dips to salads, sides, entrees, and desserts, you'll find something to bring to your next outdoor party, whether it's a dairy-free affair or not. (The nice thing about bringing allergy-friendly dishes to any kind of potluck is that more people will be able to eat them!)

...

Read Full Post

Quiche Me, I'm Dairy-Free: Dairy-Free Quiche Recipes

Sat, 11 May 2013 19:33:48 +0000

Happy Mother's Day weekend! If you're still looking for something to make for your mama tomorrow, you can't go wrong with a dairy-free quiche. Simple but impressive, healthy but decadent, a dairy-free quiche is something that feels in indulgnet but is actually pretty good for you.

...

Read Full Post

Vegan Goddess Dressing

Sat, 11 May 2013 17:32:05 +0000

It may seem a little corny or even cheesy (is that corny?), but Mother's Day is the perfect time to bring out the Light Goddess Dressing to celebrate the goddess in your life. Traditional Goddess dressing recipes contain sour cream, which, needless to say, are not dairy-free and are high in saturated fat, but this recipe is prepared with dairy-free soy yogurt and just a bit of heart-healthy olive oil, so it's something you can feel good about sharing with someone you love.

...

Read Full Post

Asparagus Salad with Kale, Smoked Salmon, and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:16:13 +0000

Asparagus is one of those spring harvests that I look forward to all winter long, so now that it's finally making a regular appearance in my local market, I am buying it up by the bunch. (If you're like me and you already love the crispy stalks, you don't need any convincing that a good bunch of asparagus is a luxury, but if you want to be really impressed with the vegetable, read this article All About Asparagus by About.com's Guide to Local Foods, Molly Watson, and you'll see why it's not only delicious but so precious!)

...

Read Full Post

Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Banana Bread with Stevia

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:12:25 +0000

Lately, I've been experimenting with even more alternatives than I usually cook with. I have a few close friends and family members who have decided to go on seriously restrictive ...

Read Full Post

Vegan Cherry Cheesecake Recipe

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:21:38 +0000

I have no idea how I missed it, but yesterday was National Cherry Cheesecake Day. Hmph. That's a holiday worth celebrating, amirite?! If you, like me, had no idea the holiday existed and would like to make up for missing it yesterday, this Vegan Cherry Cheesecake is a great way to celebrate. Rich, creamy, and not even remotely healthy (but healthier than dairy-laden versions, surely), you'd never know it's vegan.

...

Read Full Post

Almost Raw Raspberry Cake

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:29:40 +0000

This Almost-Raw Raspberry Cake shouldn't be as good as it is--it's seriously healthy. A simple gluten-free nutty crust is filled with a creamy raspberry filling that's only sweetened by raspberries and a touch of stevia. The whole thing is dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, soy-free, and vegan. Like I said: it shouldn't be this good. But it is.

...

Read Full Post

Chocolate Bean Pudding

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:51:21 +0000

There is no end to chocolate pudding variations, even for the dairy-free, vegan, or otherwise diet-restricted. Avocados can make any dessert creamy, a scoop of coconut cream can turn any ordinary treat into luscious and heavenly, and even simple, everyday almond milk can create a sweet you want to share. This week, however, I've been experimenting with beans. And not in hummus, but in chocolate pudding.

...

Read Full Post

Miso Soup with Tofu, Bok Choy, and Scallions (AKA: Super Easy Miso Soup Recipe!)

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:22:02 +0000

Everytime I make miso soup, I wonder why I didn't make it yesterday. It's one of the easiest soups to make, and also one of the most comforting and invigorating. (And, it's naturally dairy-free.)

...

Read Full Post