Sweet & Spicy: Grilled Mango with Jalapeno Peppers

I saw this recipe in a recent issue of Cooking Light and also found it on The Food Network.  I figured it sounded interesting enough, and boy was I glad I tried it!  I’ve made this recipe a few times.  The delicious aroma and beautiful color of the dish had everyone in the house salivating

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Veganize It: Starbucks Chicken Santa Fe Panini

Before my vegan days, my favorite sandwich at Starbucks was the Chicken Santa Fe Panini.  Sometimes I still get a hankering for the sandwich served on flatbread with the sour cream chili spread and peppers.  I always paired it with BBQ chips. (My favorite chip flavor!) Well, I had faith I could replicate this sandwich

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Delicious & Simple: Brown Rice & Black Bean Stew

I created this recipe (pictured above with baked tofu) years ago when I first took a crack at going vegan.  Now, this dish not only serves my vegan lifestyle, but is a crowd-pleaser for my carnivorous friends and family!  Even my little picky nephew loves this hearty stew.  This will make a great addition for

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