This summer heat has nudged me toward simpler meals—anything that keeps the kitchen cool and lets me spend more time outdoors. Living in humid Georgia, I often reach for no-cook vegan recipes that are quick, nourishing, and require little to no appliance use. They keep the house comfortable and free up more time for afternoons … Read more

Use leftover canned pumpkin to make this delicious and healthy pumpkin vanilla smoothie. It blends your favorite milk, creamy yogurt, pumpkin puree, and a frozen banana into a quick, wholesome drink. After testing several versions, I settled on a simple combination that delivers balanced flavor and texture without fuss. This pumpkin vanilla smoothie is meant … Read more

Skip the grocery-store can and make your own homemade pumpkin puree. Perfect for fall baking or preserving your harvest. (This post is a contribution by Melissa Keyser) Choosing Squash for Homemade Pumpkin Puree When recipes ask for “pumpkin puree,” the canned product you buy is often made from a winter squash variety rather than traditional … Read more

Sunflower Bread Invoking thoughts of summer and sunflowers, this Sunflower Bread is an easy multigrain loaf—slightly sweet, gently nutty, and very satisfying. I hope you enjoyed the holidays. Mine were a little rough with household illness, so I retreated into the comfort of the kitchen. When winter is at its bleakest and the days feel … Read more

This Whole30 mustard potato salad is a beloved family recipe updated to be Paleo, Whole30-compliant, dairy-free, and gluten-free. Bright dill pickle and yellow mustard flavors give it a tangy profile that shines at summer gatherings, picnics, or as part of weekly meal prep. It actually improves after a day in the fridge as the flavors … Read more

Tuscan Tortellini Salad A bright, satisfying pasta salad that combines cheese tortellini with baby spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, all dressed in a tasty balsamic vinaigrette. This salad is easy to prepare, makes a great side or light main, and travels well for picnics or potlucks. The hearty tortellini and salty Parmesan balance the tang of … Read more

For Valentine’s Day, make simple raspberry honey marshmallows with kids and pair them with instant hot cocoa packets for a lovely homemade gift. Cooking with Meredith Marshmallows—whether large and pillowy, pink and tangy, or soft and melty in a cup of cocoa—are a joy for children and adults alike. This raspberry honey marshmallow variation is … Read more

Table of Contents Best Fun Vegan Appetizers Vegan Dips! Vegan Bites! Assorted Vegan Appetizers New Year’s Eve and other celebrations call for great vegan appetizers. This roundup gathers flavorful dips, shareable bites, and crowd-pleasing finger foods you can serve at parties, movie nights, or casual gatherings. I’ve grouped the ideas into dips, small bites, and … Read more

Soft chocolate cookies with a glossy pool of cherry pie filling in the center and an extra drizzle of chocolate on top. These vegan, gluten-free Cherry Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are rich, tender, and hard to stop eating — one bite may turn into one too many. My husband loves anything that combines cherries and chocolate, … Read more