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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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Buffalo Mac ‘n Cheese

Super-charge (and veganize) your mac n' cheese for game day! Buffalo Mac 'n Cheese is the perfect make-ahead crowd-pleaser. Leave…

Simple Pizza Dough

I used to buy pizza dough in the store, until I realized how much better it tastes when I make…

Sausage and Pepper Calzones

Every time I make calzones, I think, "why don't I make these more often?" Perfect for relaxed weekend dinners, grab-and-go…

Baked Alaska with Aquafaba Meringue

Rumor has it that Baked Alaska originated at New York City’s Delmonico’s restaurant to commemorate the United States’ purchase of…

Chocolate Oreo Layer Cake

I'm pretty sure most of our problems could be solved if we ate more chocolate cake. From the first tender-sweet…

Oatmeal Power Bowl

Who ever said oatmeal was boring? Sure, maybe you've been disappointed by a gluey, gray bowl of oatmeal at some…

BBQ Buddha Bowl

Want to put a southern spin on your Buddha bowl? A few simple ingredients turns this Asian-inspired dish into a…

Lentil Sweet Potato Tacos

Tacos are the perfect vessel for so many ingredients – they're not just for ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes and cheese…

Mastering the Meal Plan

Mastering the Meal Plan We all have different gifts and skills. Some of us are planners; we like lists, organization,…

Hearty Breakfast Bowl

What I eat for breakfast, and how I eat it, sets the tone for the rest of my day. If…

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