Okay bear with me, because if you’re anything like me, then this might sound like a bit of a weird soup. Spinach and nutmeg? Hmm…not sure about that. The ultra green colour may also be a touch off-putting to some perhaps. But I tried this soup recently from a cafe in my area, they always… Continue reading Spinach & Nutmeg Soup
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Vegan Sprout Gratin
Tender sprouts and cranberries are stirred through a creamy onion, rosemary and sage sauce, topped with breadcrumbs and hazelnuts. This side dish would be ideal for any festive feast, and it can be cooked in an air fryer, if the oven happens to already be in use. This tasty gratin should win over even the… Continue reading Vegan Sprout Gratin
Vegan Steak Fajita Nachos
Crispy tortilla chips, topped with melted dairy-free cheese, fajita spiced fried onion, red pepper and meat-free steak pieces. This crowd pleaser is flavour-packed and would be ideal to share, or keep it to yourself and tell no one. I used Juicy Marbles Plant Based Steak which worked perfectly for this. I realise however, that it’s… Continue reading Vegan Steak Fajita Nachos
Mushroom Orzotto
This version is quicker to make than a traditional risotto, but just as delicious. I used a mix of shiitake mushrooms and chestnut mushrooms, which along with the onion, garlic and dairy-free parmesan, give this dish a very savoury, umami flavour. It would be lovely served with a fresh green salad and crusty garlic bread.… Continue reading Mushroom Orzotto
Baked Gnocchi with Beef Seitan
Baked gnocchi in a rich tomato sauce, with pieces of beef-style seitan, and a cheesy breadcrumb topping. The tomato sauce is flavoured with roasted red pepper and roasted garlic, along with basil and oregano. You don’t need to precook the gnocchi for this, it will cook as it bakes in the sauce Start by roasting… Continue reading Baked Gnocchi with Beef Seitan
Vegan Steak Bakes
Tender pieces of plant-based steak and onion, in a rich meat-free gravy, encased in light puff pastry. These vegan steak bakes are packed full of the steak filling, no sad, half-filled pasties here! These would be perfect for lunch or dinner, and you can eat them hot or cold. For the plant-based steak, I used… Continue reading Vegan Steak Bakes
Vegan Fish Pie with Parsley Sauce
Flaky fish-free salmon and vegetables in a creamy sauce, topped with mashed potato, served with homemade parsley sauce. This veganised version of the classic British dish has all the same flavours and texture as the fish version, but is completely plant based Yield: Four servings Cook time: 50 minutes You’ll need: Four fish-free salmon fillets,… Continue reading Vegan Fish Pie with Parsley Sauce
Vegan Beef & Bacon Ragu
This meaty, hearty ragu has a delicious savoury richness, and is simple and straightforward to make. Eat it as part of a lasagne, with pasta, or spoon some into a jacket potato. The leftovers keep well in the fridge for a few days, and would freeze well too. For the mince: I used Beyond Mince,… Continue reading Vegan Beef & Bacon Ragu
Courgette, Butter Bean & Lemon Soup
This recipe was inspired by a recent trip to a local garden centre. I was having lunch there, and they were serving this lovely bright and fresh courgette, butter bean and lemon soup. I wanted to be able to have it again, so I came up with this. It’s an ideal soup for spring or… Continue reading Courgette, Butter Bean & Lemon Soup
Vegan Air Fried Chicken with Penne Arrabbiata
A meaty seitan chicken fillet, with a crispy, crunchy seasoned breadcrumb coating. Along with penne, in a chilli and garlic tomato sauce. Top with your favourite dairy-free parmesan style cheese for a hearty, filling meal. Seitan is a brilliant mock meat, and source of plant based protein. I’ve mentioned previously how much I love seitan,… Continue reading Vegan Air Fried Chicken with Penne Arrabbiata
