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Thai Baked Tofu
Looking for a quick recipe for dinner tonight? This fast and easy to prepare Thai-inspired baked tofu is perfect! Preheat your oven to...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Jan 17, 20221 min read


YA Green Goddess Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette
One of my not-so-guilty pleasures these days is watching Mary McCartney Serves It Up. This lovely and talented chef cooks up interesting...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Jan 17, 20221 min read


Cauliflower, Canellini and Potato, Oh My!
What do you do when it’s still Chanukah and you don’t want latkes but you have potatoes and oil on the brain? OR if you just want a...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Jan 17, 20221 min read


Truffle Omelet
Ok. I’m obsessed with truffle oil. It inspired this fresh, savory brunch omelet (though you could easily double or quadruple the recipe...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Jan 17, 20221 min read


Home Baked Bread
One of the questions I hear most is: “How can you eat bread if you’re vegan?” Well for starters, one has nothing to do with the other...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Nov 11, 20212 min read


Fasoulakia
Part of the fun of dining out is drawing inspiration from talented chefs who bring beautiful, seasonal recipes to life. As someone who...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Nov 5, 20211 min read


Roasted Broccoli and Brussel Sprouts with Chickpeas and Tahini
Looking for a delicious hump day dinner, without much fuss? Or something new for your recipe files for the next meatless Monday? This...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Nov 5, 20211 min read


Green Chik'n
Heat a large skillet or pan on high heat, and then add some extra virgin olive 🫒 oil and heat as well. After a minute or so add: 1...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Oct 28, 20211 min read


Warm Mushroom Salad over Kale
This is a play on a warm mushroom salad over kale rather than spinach, with both vegan bacon and vegan feta cheese, and freshly squeezed...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Oct 28, 20211 min read


Mediterranean-inspired Vegan Omelet
Easy, springy for this Indian summer we’re having on the East Coast, and delish! Sauté up some scallions, dill and toss in some sliced...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Oct 28, 20211 min read


Roasted Fall Vegetables with Maple Tahini Dressing
Sukkot is a beautiful Jewish holiday celebrating the harvest season each fall, and the produce in abundance makes a wonderful staple for...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Sep 23, 20211 min read


Mushroom, Pea and Brussel Sprout Stew
I don’t know how it happened but it does seem summer is over. Blazers are coming out of my closet, sandals are seeing less daylight, more...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Sep 23, 20211 min read


Heirloom Carrots with Yogurt Dressing
I was looking for a little cooking inspiration and Master Class and Wolfgang Puck came through. This is my twist on one of his...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Sep 23, 20211 min read


Ravishing Radishes...Cool as a Cucumber
When a dear friend invites you for cocktails and a catch up, you say “What can I bring?” She said “veggies” of course! Along with my...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Sep 23, 20211 min read


Dandelion Greens over Quinoa Pasta
Talk about packing a healthy punch! Bright, leafy greens, protein-rich pasta... this is a Meatless Monday or any day dish that will keep...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Sep 23, 20211 min read


Artichoke and Chickpea Stew
Maybe it’s the air conditioning on these hot summer days, but tonight I looked in the pantry and almost made a chili! The more I thought...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Aug 21, 20211 min read


Paella
When you host dinner for 6 in the summertime and take requests… paella happens! This was my first attempt and it was quite a hit. Spanish...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Aug 21, 20211 min read


Taco Tuesday
Here’s an idea for you in honor of Taco Tuesday! (See my prior post for the cole slaw recipe.) Pick up some of your favorite crunchy taco...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Aug 21, 20211 min read


Vegan Cole Slaw
Cole slaw feels like such a traditional summer side dish, but packed with mayo and sour cream, it’s been off my menu for years. Last...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Aug 21, 20211 min read


Chickpea Pasta with Feta, Lemon and Fresh Herbs
I love pasta. I do eat it only in moderation, but winter, spring, summer or fall, it just serves as one of my comfort foods. During...
Yonni Wattenmaker
Jul 21, 20211 min read
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