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Mini Grilled Cheeses

Mini grilled cheese sandwiches make a fun snack or appetizer. Topped with sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, fresh mozzarella, and sautéed mushrooms. Vegetarian.

...the components you don’t feel like making. And if you’re vegan, you can leave out the cheese entirely and just make a mushroom & pesto grilled sandwich. I’ve been seeing...

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Tartar Sauce

Once you learn how to make tartar sauce, you'll never buy it at the store again! This lightened-up version is super creamy, tangy, and delicious.

...the leftovers never go to waste. We slather the sauce on sandwiches, pile it onto baked potatoes, and dollop it onto grilled veggies. You’ll find more serving suggestions in the...

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Rainbow Orzo Salad

Make this fresh, fun orzo salad recipe for your next picnic! With lots of fresh herbs, juicy mango, and crisp veggies, it's summer food at its finest.

...cob, grilled veggies, and any of these hearty vegetarian main dishes: Best Veggie Burger Black Bean Burger BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches Portobello Mushroom Burger Cauliflower Po’ Boy Sandwich Enjoy! More Favorite...

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Cabbage Soup

This cabbage soup recipe is deeply flavorful, thanks to aromatic veggies and fire-roasted tomatoes. Pair it with good bread for a simple, nourishing meal.

...broth, or pair it with a sandwich or salad for a larger meal. I love it with a classic grilled cheese or this sweet potato salad. How to Store and...

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How to Cook Bok Choy

Learn how to cook bok choy! Tossed in a sweet and savory sauce, this sautéed baby bok choy recipe is insanely flavorful and simple to make.

...to a grain bowl. Or enjoy it raw in a salad, sandwich, or wrap! If you’d like some more specific suggestions for how to cook bok choy, don’t worry, I’ve...

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Spinach Salad

This easy spinach salad recipe is a fresh, delicious side dish! It's filled with apples, dried cranberries, and pecans. A tangy dressing ties it all together.

...Soup Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta Baked Sweet Potato Grilled Cheese Sandwich Easy Baked Ziti Broccoli Cheddar Soup I also love to make this salad for lunch. It’s on the lighter...

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Spring Root Veggie Salad

Make this watercress salad for a healthy spring meal! I love how the soft greens contrast with colorful root veggies in this refreshing, delicious dish.

...tomato sandwich would be excellent with it as well. If you love this recipe… Try this kale salad, this beet salad, this broccoli salad, or this pasta salad next! Spring...

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Italian Chopped Salad

This chopped salad recipe is exactly what I want to eat in spring and summer. It may be light and healthy, but it's still packed with bold flavor.

...serve it with one of these dishes for a fun summer cookout: Best Veggie Burger BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches Portobello Mushroom Burger Black Bean Burger Crispy Cauliflower Po’ Boy Sandwich Try...

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Grilled Mushrooms

These grilled mushrooms are an easy, delicious summer side dish! Seasoned with tamari and balsamic vinegar, they're meaty, juicy, and SO flavorful.

...a “meaty” vegetarian sandwich. And that’s just the start! I’ve included instructions for making grilled portobello mushrooms and grilled creminis in the recipe below. When I want to serve the...

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How to Press Tofu

Learn how to press tofu with and without a tofu press! These two easy methods take just 30 minutes. They'll help you cook crispy tofu every time!

...it to be firm or crispy… In stir-fries, grain bowls, sandwiches, etc. Don’t press it when you want it to have a soft or smooth texture… i.e., if you’re pureeing...

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Portobello Mushroom Tacos

Make these portobello mushroom tacos for an easy, flavorful dinner! Creamy vegan jalapeño sauce spices up the tangy, meaty mushroom filling.

...leftover, use it as a salad dressing or slather it on a sandwich. Ingredients Jalapeño Sauce 1/2, 1 or 2 jalapeños (depending on your spice preference) 1 cup cashews, soaked...

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Photograph of Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathews in their kitchen

Hello, we're Jeanine and Jack.

We love to eat, travel, cook, and eat some more! We create & photograph vegetarian recipes from our home in Chicago, while our shiba pups eat the kale stems that fall on the kitchen floor.