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Chef Linda
Linda Soper-Kolton, Chef, came to the Sanctuary as a guest chef to share her love of compassionate cooking in our then-fledgling culinary program. Lured by the magic of the Sanctuary, her love of animals and the urgency of our mission, Linda stayed on to lead and grow the culinary program, inspiring and educating with love, patience, and delicious food.
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Nutjammers

Sometimes, the simplest substitutions can make a vegan dream come true. Nutjammers, a must-have holiday cookie for many, was originally…

Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies

Some like them hard and crispy, others like them soft and tender. Inspired by a Hanukkah cookie recipe, these Cream…

Apricot-Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

When I was writing this recipe for Apricot-Pecan Thumbprint Cookies, I was taken back to my childhood. Thumbprint cookies were…

Cranberry-Pistachio Biscotti

I'm a bit of a latecomer to the world of biscotti. As a longtime lover of soft and chewy cookies,…

Frosted Gingerbread Bars

Gingerbread and winter…a classic combination that evokes sentimental cravings for roaring fires, family gatherings, and the cozy comforts of the…

Lemon and Vanilla Bean Shortbread

Are you convinced that you don't like shortbread? That it's bland, boring, and not worth the calories? Well, this recipe…

Raspberry-Almond Rugelach

Rugelach is a beloved Jewish pastry, traditionally made with a butter- and cream cheese-rich pastry dough. After being rolled out,…

12 Days of Vegan Holiday Cookies

At no other time of year than December can you get away with making cookies in such abundance and with…

Endive-Radicchio Salad with Pomegranate

The holiday table is full of rich, comforting cooked dishes, but what about salad? Good news: it doesn't have to…

Seitan Roulade with Oyster Mushroom and Farro Stuffing

Looking for a show-stopping vegan Thanksgiving entree? This gorgeous, protein-rich Seitan Roulade with Oyster Mushroom and Farro Stuffing fits the bill! Seitan…

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