Author: Monica

Dinner, Pasta, Recipes, Sauces and Dressings

Vegan Cashew Alfredo

Hey babes, So, when I was in my late teens in the military, I met a wonderful couple that I became fast friends with. And the woman of the couple taught me how to make homemade Alfredo sauce during one of our regular weekend get-togethers. Up to that point, my experience with alfredo had always […]

Dinner, Pasta, Recipes

Vegan Lasagna (High protein, oil-free)

Hey babes, So, I’m not a food snob. I consider myself kind of a redneck vegan. I try to keep things simple, frugal, and almost always involve my heirloom cast iron skillets when I cook. HOWEVER, when I see something egregious, I can’t help myself. All new chefs and home cooks are granted a pass. […]

Baking, Beans, legumes & grains, Dinner, Recipes

WFPB Tamale Pie

Hey babes, Growing up, my mom made so many one-pot meals. Chili mac, Mexican casserole, chicken spaghetti, chicken and dumplings, enchiladas, tater tot casserole, cheeseburger pie, chicken pot pie, and many more. My mom is an AMAZING cook, and that wonderful lady knew how to stretch a dollar until it screamed. I take a lot […]

Recipes, Sides, Vegetables

WFPB Scalloped Potatoes

Hey babes, With spring in full swing and several holidays coming up, I got to thinking about the kinds of dishes I love at family holidays. I do love a starch, and my family always has some delicious potato dish in a crockpot somewhere. The problem is that it is that those beautiful little spuds […]

Dinner, Recipes, Soups, Stews, Etc

Miso Wonton Soup

Hey babes, If it isn’t evident from my recipe catalogue, I’m not heavily reliant on traditional Americana for my inspiration. Even though I was raised in the windy plains of Texas, my travels and various homes since then have let me sample flavors from a number of cultures, and searching for vendors that cater to […]

Baking, Breakfast, Recipes

30-Minute WFPB Banana Muffins

Hey babes, If you live in 2022, you’ve probably noticed one thing at your local grocery stores: increased food prices. As much as would love to regale you with my thoughts on global economics and the impact of oil and war, but that’s not what you’re here for, so we’ll leave it at this: food […]