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Dreena's Vegan Recipes
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Sample Dreena's vegan recipes from her cookbooks, Vive le Vegan! and The Everyday Vegan, as well as new recipes from her upcoming vegan cookbook.
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Three’s Company Pie (aka Chocolate, Peanut Butter, ‘n Banana Pie) wheat-free option, gluten-free op...

All combinations here are winners – chocolate and peanut butter, banana and peanut butter, and chocolate and banana.   Together, three’s company, not a crowd!1 cup non-dairy chocolate chips2/3 c...

07 apr 12 1 person likes this

Apple Cherry Crisp

photo credit: vegfamily.caRecipe from The Everyday Vegan wheat-free, gluten-free option, soy-freeThis is an easy, healthy, tasty apple crisp that can be modified to include other fruits or ingredient...

05 apr 12

Avocado & Pinto Bean Enchiladas

Recipe from eat, drink & be vegan.photo credit: kitchenambition.blogspot.caThi s is spicy comfort food: enchiladas stuffed with beans and veggies, along with cashews and lightly mashed avocado - e...

05 apr 12 1 person likes this

Rawesome Nut Dip

Photo Credit: alive magazineRecipe from eat, drink & be vegan.  wheat-free, gluten-free, soy-free, oil-freeMade entirely with raw ingredients, this dip will knock your socks off. It’s a snap...

17 mar 12

Smoky Cannellini Bean Sweet Potato Dip

Recipe from Vive le Vegan! wheat-free, gluten-free, soy-free, oil-free optionThis smoky-sweet dip is a sure crowd-pleaser. The cannellini beans and sweet potatoes give a creamy texture and sligh...

17 mar 12

Lemon Chickpea Lentil Soup

Photo Credit: Nora Kuby, www.prideandvegudice.comRecipe from eat, drink & be vegan.  wheat-free, gluten-free, soy-free, oil-free optionThis soup has warm, earthy tones of cumin and thyme. &n...

17 mar 12

White Bean Rosemary Soup with Jumbo Croutons & Fresh Basil

White Bean Soup (in foreground)Recipe is from eat, drink & vegan. wheat-free, gluten-free, soy-freeThis soup is captivating, with olive-oil drizzled croutons that soften slowly into a mellow, ros...

17 mar 12

Apple Swirl Loaf

Recipe from The Everyday Vegan  wheat-free option, soy-free, oil-free optionApple Mixture:1/2 cup diced apple (peeled first)1 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce1/4 cu...

17 mar 12

"As-You-Like& #34; Muffins

From The Everyday Vegan.Low-fat, whole-grain muffins that are fluffy, tender, and can be adapted for your favorite variations (see suggestions below)!1 cup whole wheat pastry flour1 cup oat flour or ...

17 mar 12

"Spicoli" Burgers

Recipe from eat, drink & be vegan by Dreena Burton.  wheat-free, gluten-free, oil-free optionThese wholesome patties made with brown rice and hemp seeds are a little crisp on the outside, an...

16 mar 12

Lemony Cashew-Basil Pesto

Recipe from eat, drink & be vegan.  wheat-free, gluten-free, soy-free, & oil-free optionTraditional pesto takes on new life with this recipe. Cashews provide a buttery, creamy contrastto...

11 mar 12

Dreenas Hummus Salad Dressing

Recipe from  "Let Them Eat Vegan!" wheat-free, gluten-free, & oil-free optionWhen I saw online that Trader Joe’s had a bottled ‘hummus salad dressing’, I thought “that’s a great idea...

11 mar 12

Sweet Potato Lentil Chili

Recipe from ed&bv. Wheat-free, gluten-free, soy-free, & oil-free optionRed lentils work nicely to thicken this chili, while the sweet potato gives a mellow, smooth contrast to the spices.&nbs...

11 mar 12

"Gluten-Be-Go ne" Homestyle Chocolate Chip Cookies

gluten-be-gone homestyle choc chip cookies (background)¾ cup + 1 tbsp amaranth flour or brown rice flour (see note)1 tsp xanthan gum1 tsp baking powder¼ tsp baking soda2 tbsp tapioca starch flour¼ cu...

08 mar 12

Sesame Lime Soba Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms & Snow Peas

Recipe from eat, drink & be vegan.Tender soba noodles combined with meaty shiitake mushrooms, crisp snow peas, and a vibrant sauce flavoured with lime, ginger, garlic, and toasted sesame oil. Zes...

15 feb 12

Three-Bean Curry Tomato Soup

This soup is a must for curry enthusiasts! It’s straight-forward to make, and combines three kinds of healthful beans with vivid curry seasonings (without too much heat!). Serve with a cooked grain o...

12 feb 12

Lemon-Kissed Blondie Bites (sugar-free, soy-free, gluten-free option)

1/2 cup raw cashews3/4 cup rolled oats (use certified gluten-free for that option)1 cup pitted dates (I use honey dates)1 1/2 - 2 tsp lemon zest (can reserve some for coating, if using)1 1/2 tsp fres...

22 jan 12 1 person likes this

Holiday Feast Menu

I’m sharing my entire Christmas dinner menu here, with the exception of some greens dessert.  I used to serve a side dish of sauteed greens like collards or kale, but in recent years I prefer ha...

23 dec 11 1 person likes this

Hot Coco-Cocoa!

Recipe from gemusings.wordpress.com1 can (13½-oz/400-ml) light coconut milk (see note)1¼–1½ cups vanilla non-dairy milk¼ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder (see note)1/8 tsp sea salt3½–4 tbsp agave nec...

19 dec 11

Egg-Nog Ice Cream

2 1/2 cups non-dairy egg nog (brand of choice, I use “So Nice”)3/4 cup + 2 tbsp regular (not light) coconut milk (using cream on top)1/2 cup raw cashews2/3 cup unrefined granulated sugar (see no...

05 dec 11 1 person likes this

Sneak Peak - Jerk Chickpeas

Hiya guys!  I was noticeably absent for Halloween.  Didnt post about and special festive treats or recipes.  Sorry about that.  Life has been keeping me busy, and I didnt get into...

02 nov 11

Festive Chickpea Tart

(from Let Them Eat Vegan!)Move over faux turkeys!  This savory tart takes center plate with its combination of chickpeas, crunchy walnuts, spinach, and seasonings nestled together.  This di...

08 oct 11

Fab Cakes with Smarter Sauce

These patties are a faux ‘crab cake’ of sorts, but not trying to emulate crab cakes other than imparting a briny-sea flavor and pairing up these pan-fried cakes with a smarter kind of tartar sauce! &...

04 oct 11 1 person likes this

Mellow Lentil “Sniffle” Soup

This is one of those go-to soups that is comforting, delicious with plenty of flavor but not spicy, and sure to chase away those winter sniffles!MAKES 5–6 SERVINGS. WHEAT-FREE1–1½ tbsp olive oil1½ cu...

25 sep 11

Whole-Grain Chia Pancakes with Lemon-Scented Whipped Cream (wheat-free, soy-free)

Whole-Grain Chia Pancakes wheat-free, soy-freeWho says pancakes can’t be healthy?  These combine whole-grain flours with whole white chia seeds.  They are fluffy, tender, delicious, an...

10 aug 11

Dreenas Pecan Pie

Pecan pie was always a favorite of mine in my pre-vegan days. This version is luscious and delicious – and also soy-free. Unlike traditional pecan pies, I have kept the pecan topping more distinct fr...

18 jun 11

Moroccan Bean Stew with Sweet Potatoes

1 1/2 tbsp olive oil1 tsp cumin seed3/4 tsp ground cumin1 1/2 tsp cinnamon1 tsp ground coriander1/2 tsp turmeric1/2 tsp fennel seeds1 tsp dried basil3/4 tsp sea saltFew pinches cayenne pepper (option...

08 jan 11

Molasses Baked Beans

Now, just to be sure you’re also good and smart, here’s my Molasses Baked Beans recipe from Vive le Vegan.  Enjoy!2 cups dry navy beans (roughly 1 lb), rinsed20 cups water (to boil beans twice)2...

18 dec 10

Sublime Chocolate Bark

Recipe for Sublime Chocolate Bark is from Vive le Vegan!, p.138.I usually make this vegan chocolate bark for Christmas, but it is a perfect personalized gift for any special occasion.You can customiz...

18 dec 10

Festive Chickpea Tart

Photo credit: www.toliveandeatinla.comMove over faux turkeys! This savory tart takes center plate with its combination of chickpeas, crunchy walnuts, spinach, and seasonings nestled together. This di...

14 nov 10

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