• How to Cook Simple Oil-Free Brussel Sprouts in a Cast Iron Pan

    Brussels Sprouts have finally gotten a PR agent. 10 years ago you couldn’t get a 7 year-old to go near the cruciferous green veggies. Now, you’ll find Brussels Sprouts appetizers and side dishes on every menu in Chicago. Unlike those restaurants, though, you don’t need to deep-fry Brussels or drown them in aoili to make them delicious. Here, I’ll teach you how to make simple Oil-Free Brussels Sprouts in a cast iron pan.

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  • Mini Vegan Barbecue Lentil Loaves

    These satisfying lentil loaves are full of flavor and a cinch to make! Smoked paprika adds summer, BBQ-flavor to a quick mix of mashed lentils and flax. Make a batch of these and use for appetizers at a party, sandwich in a pita for a healthy, plant-based lunch, or slather with Chipotle Barbecue Sauce for a satisfying, gluten-free dinner.

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  • Southern Collard Dolmades with Smoky Sweet Potato Puree

    A healthy, plant-based recipe, these Southern Collard Dolmades with Smoky Sweet Potato Puree take a twist on the Greek classic.  Instead of grape leaves, collard greens are filled with southern Carolina Gold rice, one of the heirloom ingredients that’s part of Slow Food USA’s Ark of Taste movement.  This a gluten-free, oil-free dish makes a satisfying dinner and an impressive party appetizer. 

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