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  • Chef Katie Simmons is a Chicago personal chef focused on healthy, whole foods, plant-based vegan recipes

    Why Plants Rule

    Plant-Based Cooking for One Part Two: More Helpful Chef’s Tips

    November 2, 2024November 2, 2024

    Simple tips for cooking for one on an oil-free, plant-based diet. A vegan chef gives you practical advice for eating healthy

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  • Desserts & Baked Goods

    Oat-Rageously Healthy Black Bean Brownies (Vegan, Gluten-Free)

    June 18, 2024

    Add some devilish heat to your Halloween with these Mexican Spice Black Bean Brownies. This oil-free, plant-based vegan recipe is the perfect chocolatey treat. Naturally sweetened with dates, they are both nutritious and delicious. With Mexican spices Ceylon cinnamon and chipotle powder.

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  • Why Plants Rule

    Plant-Based Cooking for One Part One: Helpful Chef’s Tips

    March 19, 2022March 19, 2022

    Simple tips for cooking for one on an oil-free, plant-based diet. A vegan chef gives you practical advice for eating healthy

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  • 1 Middle Eastern Yellow Lentil Soup - Healthy, Plant-Based Oil-Free Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Soups & Stews

    How to Make Middle Eastern Yellow Lentil Soup – Oil-Free Vegan

    February 3, 2022September 25, 2025

    A simple, satisfying vegan recipe for Middle Eastern yellow lentil soup. This is a staple in Lebanese cooking, with potato, onion, and Bebir chili powder. Serve with A Plant-Based Salad for a delicious and healthy, oil-free meal.

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  • Mediterranean Lentil Soup - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free Vegan Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Soups & Stews

    Healthy Mediterranean Green Lentil Soup with Spinach

    May 10, 2021September 25, 2025

    This oil-free Mediterranean green lentil soup with spinach makes a delicious, healthy meal. With simple ingredients and basic spices, you want this plant-based vegan recipe.

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  • Gluten-Free Vegan Seeded Oat Bread - Healthy, Vegan, Oil-Free, Whole Food Plant-Based Baking Recipe

    Desserts & Baked Goods

    How to Eat More Seeds: Gluten-Free Vegan Seed Bread

    April 26, 2021April 26, 2021

    Get more healthy seeds in your diet with this hearty, whole grain seeded bread. It is gluten-free and vegan.  The recipe uses oats, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, chia seeds, and sesame seeds for a delicious, healthy combination. 

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  • Vegan Creole Crab Cakes with Hearts of Palm - Healthy, Plant-Based, Oil-Free Recipe

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    Vegan Hearts of Palm Creole Crab Cakes

    March 21, 2021March 25, 2021

    These vegan creole crab cakes use Hearts of Palm and corn for a sweet-spicy base.  Creole flavors come from bell pepper, celery, garlic, paprika, and other key spices.  This makes the perfect spicy plant-based dinner.  Or, enjoy for a tasty appetizer!

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  • Unbelievable Vegan Chocolate Avocado Pudding - Oil-Free, Plant-Based Whole Foods Dessert Recipe from Plants-Rule

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    Unbelievably Delicious Vegan Chocolate Avocado Pudding

    February 3, 2021February 3, 2021

    This Vegan Chocolate Avocado Pudding is unbelievable! It’s made with whole foods, plant-based ingredients like dates and avocado. A healthy dessert.

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  • Vegan Pecan Shortbread Cookies - Gluten-Free, Plant-Based, Whole Foods, Oil-Free, Healthy Holiday Dessert Recipe from Plants-Rule

    Desserts & Baked Goods

    How to Make Gluten-Free, Vegan Pecan Shortbread Cookies

    November 18, 2020November 18, 2020

    These cookies are an updated, plant-based version of the shortbread cookies you had growing up. Pecans are the star ingredient! Make batches of the dough ahead of time and store in the freezer. Then, just slice and bake when you need them.

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