Chickpeas from Scratch

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Delicious every time: Chickpeas from scratch

Okay kitty kats, today’s post is all about getting back to basics.  My Chickpeas from Scratch are an indispensable tool in your veggie kitchen.  They do take a little time and some forethought but trust me when I say they’re well worth the effort.  I’m talking delicious, buttery chickpeas that lend themselves to a whole range of dishes.  So what are you waiting for? Let’s get cracking!

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Black Bean Veggie “Meatballs”

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Black bean and sunflower seed veggie "meatballs"

The idea for these scrumptious Black Bean Veggie “Meatballs” came to me by accident. The kid had a hankering for spaghetti and meatballs and I had some cooked black beans in the fridge. So, I did what any self-respecting home cook would do, I threw in a little bit of this and a pinch of that and voila! my veggie meatballs were born.

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Epic Black Rice Burrito Bowl

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Black rice burrito bowl

Burrito bowls are the best weeknight or meatless Monday veggie option.  I think it’s because they’re super quick to throw together, whist also being nourishing and delicious.  That’s why I’m so pumped to share this Epic Black Rice Burrito Bowl with you today. The bright, fresh flavours of the veg combined with hearty black beans and rice makes for a super yum combo.  I know what I’m having for dinner tonight. 😉

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Deliciously Versatile Roast Eggplant Tray

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There’s just no getting around it.  Being the only veggie in the house means sometimes, I have to make two separate meals for dinner.  My Deliciously Versatile Roast Eggplant Tray means my reality doesn’t have to be a pain in the @r$e.  Nourishing, comforting, and delightfully tasty, this dish is a real winner when faced with those weeknight conundrums.

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Vegan Waldorf Salad Wrap

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Vegan Waldorf Salad Wrap

One of the places people have the most trouble when trying eat better is lunch.  I can totally relate.  Not being a morning person the last thing I want to worry about is creating a culinary masterpiece to take to work.  Besides, there are more important jobs like making sure the kid’s sorted for his day and de-zombifying myself (told you, not a morning person 🙂 ). That’s where my Vegan Waldorf Salad Wrap comes in handy.  Each component is easy to prep ahead of time and keeps well in the fridge.  A delicious and satisfying lunch in a pinch for several days in a row. Done and done. ✔

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Pasta with Roasted Mushrooms and Crispy Kale

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Pasta with Roast Mushrooms and Crispy Kale

The following dish is the epitome of what my blog is all about.  Simple home cooking that’s nourishing and tastes great.  My Pasta with Roasted Mushrooms and Crispy Kale has that in spades! It’s a great weeknight dish that comes together effortlessly and always pleases a hungry crew.  Even my meat-eaters look forward to a big bowl of this goodness.

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Roast Cauliflower Power Bowl with Sumac and Vegan Ricotta

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Roast Cauliflower Power Bowl with Sumac and Vegan Ricotta

Looking for fresh ideas for your Meatless Monday?  Then look no further than my Roasted Cauliflower Power Bowl with Sumac and Vegan Ricotta.  It’s absolutely delicious!  A satisfying yet light meal, this power bowl will have your people wishing it was meatless Monday everyday. (Yeah, I know that was a bit of a stretch.  Don’t @ me.  😉 )

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Comforting Brown Rice, Chickpeas and Spinach

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Brown rice, chickpeas, and spinach

I know it’s my second post about chickpeas in as many weeks but I just had to share this recipe with you all.  This is one of my absolute favorite ways to cook chickpeas.  What’s more, with everyone meal-prepping at the moment this dish would be a great addition to your menu.  The brown rice and spinach couldn’t be easier to whip up and the chickpeas only get better with a day or two in the fridge.  Genius!

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