By Chef Linda January is National Soup Month, and for good reason! Soup is the perfect meal this time of year; it’s warm when the weather is cold, it’s often filled with healthy, immunity-boosting ingredients, and it’s a dish that can be doubled (or tripled!) and frozen, making meal-time a breeze on a busy weeknight. Up here … Read more
By Chef Linda The holidays are about tradition–old and new. Food plays a starring role in many of these traditions but when you want to make new choices it’s sometimes tough to keep old favorites on the menu. We’re highlighting veganized versions of some Hanukkah-inspired recipes to demonstrate that sometimes all it takes is a … Read more
Being vegan doesn’t mean giving up on the treasured ritual of holiday baking. Easy substitutions, creative workarounds, and the simple desire to make your cookies compassionate are the new baker’s tools. Today’s markets are full of delicious and simple alternatives to dairy and eggs–ingredients that were the foundation of holiday baking from Christmases past. Knowing … Read more
For some people, Thanksgiving is all about the side dishes and desserts. We sure do love the variety and decadence of everything from potatoes to pumpkin pie, Brussels sprouts to brownies. These are dishes that don’t necessarily get top billing, but instead, make up the ensemble cast that truly makes the holiday meal epic. We’ve … Read more
By Chef Sara Thanksgiving is beloved by many as a time to come together with friends and family and enjoy delicious, cozy comfort food. If you’re vegan or veg-curious, you might be deciding to opt-out of the turkey tradition this year. The turkeys thank you! If you’re still on the fence about choosing a turkey-free … Read more
Who doesn’t love a big bowl of hot chili on a cold day? We’ve got lots of things cooking at the Sanctuary to pay homage to this beloved classic and keep your heart warm at the same time! Rumor has it that the original dish originated in the early 1800s in southern Texas/Northern Mexico with … Read more
Green beans, string beans, snap beans. Such a commonplace bean, chefs and home cooks can often overlook it in search of something more intriguing, trendy or unusual. This thin, humble bean has earned its righteous place on the Thanksgiving table, but at its seasonal peak, which is now, it can add a glorious and sassy … Read more
By Chef Sara Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and there are loads of ways to show your love and appreciation for the special mom (or moms!) in your life. Flowers, jewelry, and cards are well and good and make thoughtful gifts, but if you love to be in the kitchen and live within … Read more
Favorite Plant-Based Super Bowl Recipes Whether you’re in to win it, or just love a reason to have a party, Super Bowl parties are always as much about the food as they are about the game. Don’t get called for a personal foul by serving up foods that contain lots of unhealthy beef, pork, chicken, and … Read more
There’s no better season than summer to get creative–and compassionate when planning your get-togethers. So fire up the grill, don your apron, and enjoy warm-weather eating and entertaining–vegan-style. Main Courses Compassionate Carrot Dogs Marinated Portobello Burgers Marinated Tempeh Veggie Kebabs Nut and Seed Burgers (Protein Burgers) Reuben Dog Rustic Summer Gazpacho Other Hot Dog Toppings … Read more
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