Recently, I had the opportunity to try out Los Angeles based Freshology’s gourmet meal delivery service. It was fabulous! The Freshology meals are made from fresh, healthy ingredients and are balanced for good nutrition. They can be customized to suit your preferences and your nutritional needs. They have menus for weight loss and maintenance for […]
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Vegan Fishless Filet Wrap Sandwich
In years’ past, I’ve been disappointed by meat alternatives. Some of them tasted ok, but they were definitely not a substitute for the real deal which made it difficult for people to get excited about a meat free meal. Those days are gone. I’ve been trying a variety of meat substitutes and Gardein plant based alternatives have […]
Once-A-Week Vegan – Tofu Scramble & Macadamia Nut Crusted Tofu
As a vegan, I’m often asked questions like, “How do you survive without cheese/ice cream/steak????” I know it may seem overwhelming to live without many American favorites, but the fact is that it’s actually quite easy these days. Since the vegan diet has gained a pretty sizable following, many stores – especially health-focused stores like […]
Vegetarian “Chicken” and Eggs
My family enjoys eggs as a quick and easy meal anytime of the day. The “chicken” and spinach in this dish make it feel substantial enough for dinner, but it’ll also do for breakfast or lunch. If you eat meat, you can use actual chicken instead of Beyond Meat’s Chicken-free Strips. However, this meat […]
Vegan Gluten-free Carnitas Baked Potatoes
Yes, vegan carnitas – they do exist and they are delicious. They aren’t meat, but they have a ‘meaty’ texture and the flavor of pork that has been marinated in citrus, garlic and herbs. This is an easy meal that can be ready in minutes. Toppings can be customized to suit your taste. Vegan Gluten-free […]