Kale and Cauliflower Soup

Winter is the perfect time to enjoy the benefits of kale and cauliflower. This simple soup recipe combines both ingredients to warm you up and leave you feeling satisfied.

Entrées, Soups, VeganLaura SitterlyFebruary 9, 2023hearty, winter soup, kale, veganComment

Three Sisters Stew with Garlic and tomatoes

Fall is a wonderful time for corn, beans, and squash. In combination, the three plants make a complete protein and will keep you feeling warm as we slip into cooler temperatures.

Vegetarian, EntréesAmalia Herren-LageNovember 29, 2022fall, autumn, hearty, harvest, three sisters, indigenous foodsComment

Hearty Harvest Salad

Celebrate Autumn with a hearty roasted vegetable salad bowl made from fresh, vibrant, seasonal produce. This dish is as nourishing as it is beautiful!

Vegetarian, Salads & sidesOlivia LeadbetterSeptember 30, 2022salad, fall, autumn, squah, squah blossoms, orange, hearty, harvest, cruciferous, Hearty Harvest SaladComment

Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo

A simple yet delicious pasta dish, sautéed mushrooms and onions blended with cashews transform into a silky alfredo sauce that you would swear is made with heaps of dairy. Toss the sauce in a pan with some noodles, a little more sautéed mushrooms, and a few basil leaves and you have yourself an easy home-run bowl of pasta.

Entrées, VeganJennifer HutzelFebruary 24, 2021hearty, comfort food, vegan comfort food, mushroom, mushroom pasta, mushroom fettuccine alfredoComment

Hearty Potato and Mushroom Stew

Growing up, my all-time favorite meal was my mom’s incredible beef stew. This easy plant-based version pays homage to that dish, using mushrooms and red wine to create a rich broth with that same deep flavor. Loaded with potatoes and plenty of other veggies, this stew is deliciously satisfying on cold nights. Serve with a loaf of your favorite crusty bread to soak up all that broth.

Eggplant Caponata Pasta

Caponata is a Sicilian favorite of fresh eggplant stewed with olives, garlic, tomatoes, herbs, and vegetables in an agrodolce (sweet-sour) sauce. Often served as a dip or appetizer, caponata has many variations. This version turns the base of stewed eggplant into a rustic, deeply-flavorful pasta sauce, creating a warm and comforting, yet elegant and refined pasta dish.

Mexican Red Pozole

This red pozole is a deeply satisfying Mexican staple. An assortment of dried chile peppers, herbs, and spices come together to make a rich, earthy broth that carries sweet white hominy, garlic, and onions. Load this stew up with plenty of lime, cilantro, and fresh veggies to add a vibrant pop to this outrageously tasty dish.

Mexican Green Pozole

In this classic Mexican green pozole, sweet white hominy and poblano peppers swim in a spicy, smoky broth of cilantro and roasted tomatillos. Fresh radish, red cabbage, and avocado add crunch and brightness to this hearty stew.

Penne Pasta with Hearty Lentil Bolognese Sauce

Bolognese, the classic Italian pasta dish, is a rustic and hearty ragout traditionally made with ground beef and a bounty of herbs and vegetables in a richly-flavored tomato sauce. In this version, meaty, creamy lentils stand in for the beef to create a satisfying, protein-packed entrée

Slow-Braised Jackfruit Paprikash

Paprikash is one of Hungary’s most iconic and most delicious dishes. Traditionally, it is made with chicken thighs braised in a creamy sauce with loads of paprika and served over buttery egg noodles. This plant-based version subs out the chicken for jackfruit, which shreds into soft, tender bites as it swims in the sweet and smoky sauce.

Maple-Dijon Roasted Whole Cauliflower with Cider Pan Gravy

A beautifully simple whole-roasted cauliflower takes center stage in this plant-based holiday roast. A sweet and sharp rub of maple syrup and Dijon mustard creates a golden outer crust for the cauliflower as it slowly roasts over a bed of vegetables and apple cider, perfuming your kitchen with the savory aromas of the holidays. The juices from the cooking pan create a rich and silky veggie gravy to serve alongside the roasted cauliflower after it has been elegantly presented and carved tableside. (Photo source: Jared Kent)

Maple-Chipotle Butternut Squash Steaks with Fall Vegetables

This butternut squash dish bring the flavors of fall to the table. The narrow part of the squash creates perfect round “steaks”, braised in apple cider and roasted in a maple-chipotle glaze. The wider bottom of the squash yields a supple puree, complemented by sautéed kale and a crunchy brussels sprout-apple salad. (Photo source: Jared Kent)

Sweet and Smoky Butternut Squash Chili

This richly-spiced butternut squash chili is chock-full of hearty beans and veggies that will warm you to the core on chilly autumn nights. The sweetness of the squash pairs delightfully with smoky chipotle peppers, which add just the right amount of heat.

End-of-Summer Harvest Ratatouille Stew

A classic light stew from the South of France, ratatouille brings together the flavors of the last of the summer vegetable bounty: peppers, zucchini, basil and more. This version gains some crunch from a crispy breadcrumb topping.