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Del Sroufe

Del Sroufe

Chef Del Sroufe currently works as Culinary Specialist at the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies (CNS) and host of CNS Kitchen, a free CNS community that offers members all the tools they need to live a successful whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) lifestyle.

Sroufe has been cooking in vegetarian, vegan, and WFPB kitchens for 34 years. He has operated his own vegan bakery and a vegan meal-delivery service. He was the executive chef at Wellness Forum Foods, where he ran a successful catering service. He developed a line of in-the-bag mixes that could be shipped all over the country and taught cooking classes to the public and health care professionals looking to offer culinary education to their clients.

Del is a public speaker and cookbook author. His first cookbook, Forks Over Knives: The Cookbook, was on the New York Times Bestseller list for more than 37 weeks. He also authored Better Than Vegan, which tells the story of his struggle with weight management and how he lost more than 200 pounds on a low-fat, plant-based diet. Sroufe’s other cookbooks include The China Study Quick and Easy Cookbook and The China Study Family Cookbook.

All Contributions from Del Sroufe (106)

  • This basic polenta recipe can be served soft and creamy, or allowed to set and be cut and used in any number of dishes.

    Basic Polenta

    Also known as mush, or gruel, this grain dish was once considered peasant food, but it has enjoyed a popular resurgence in today’s culinary world. It can be served soft and creamy, or allowed to set and be cut and used in any number of dishes. From The Forks Over Knives Plan Find this recipe […]
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  • A colorful blue and yellow plate beneath Polenta Pizza with Pesto, Caramelized Onions and Potatoes, with one slice being removed on a flat wooden spoon

    Polenta Pizza with Pesto, Caramelized Onions and Potatoes

    Artisan pizza has become the rage in the United States and sometimes even boasts a whole-grain crust, but my guess is that high-fat pepperoni pizza is still number one in pizza sales, unfortunately. You can make this dish with a traditional crust but this healthy, plant-based version really is a nice change. The pesto and […]
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  • Fresh homemade tomato salsa in an yellow bowl beside fresh tomatoes, limes, and herbs

    Fresh Tomato Salsa

    Here’s another must-have fresh tomato salsa recipe that uses plenty of ripe, garden-fresh vegetables. I am not a fan of salsa made with out-of-season tomatoes, so when I can’t make my homemade salsa, I use a favorite store-bought salsa instead. Happy snacking!
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  • Not-So-Fat Guacamole with lime wedges in the bowl, next to a bunch of fresh cilantro

    Not-So-Fat Guacamole

    Fat-free guacamole has been around in one form or another for a while. Most recipes taste good, but you can often tell they’re not made with avocados, the traditional primary ingredient. While I can’t promise that my dip recipe tastes just like the original version, this healthy alternative uses both broccoli and edamame to fool […]
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  • Four Grilled Portobello Mushrooms in a white rectangular dish next to a small bowl of marinade, a piece of fresh ginger, and a bulb of garlic

    Grilled Marinated Portobello Mushrooms

    Meaty and full of umami-rich flavor, these grilled portobello mushrooms are as versatile as they are delicious. Tuck them into a bun with your favorite burger fixings for a hearty, plant-powered portobello mushroom sandwich, or serve them straight from the grill with a baked potato or grain and a crisp salad for a satisfying steak-style […]
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  • Vegan Cheese Sauce Recipe

    No-Cheese Sauce

    This low-fat vegan cheese sauce recipe takes only takes about 5 minutes to put together. It may seem as though this recipe will not work in a blender, but with a little patience it does. If your onions are strong, blanch them in boiling water for a few minutes, or sauté them over medium heat […]
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  • southwestern vegan mac and cheese

    Southwestern Vegan Mac and “Cheese”

    Macaroni and “cheese” gets a kick with corn, peppers, black beans, and spices. From Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook
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  • vegan three-bean chili

    Three Bean Chili for a Crowd

    Chili is an all-American classic with Latin American roots. Every household has its own favorite recipe, and each thinks theirs is the best. While we are not here to argue, we’d like to throw this hearty vegan chili recipe in for a vote. If you want to adjust the spiciness of this recipe, use a […]
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  • Quinoa, Corn, and Avocado Salad in a blue glass bowl with one serving in a smaller blue bowl to the side

    Quinoa, Corn, and Avocado Salad

    Quick-cooking quinoa makes this a perfect salad for when you need a delicious dish pronto. It is also great for a last-minute potluck, or when company comes over unexpectedly. Scroll down to see the recipe video. Photo by Eco-Vegan Gal
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  • A bowl of rice salad with oranges and chickpeas

    Rice Salad with Fennel, Orange, and Chickpeas

    The mild anise-like flavor of fennel is well balanced by the citrus in this hearty salad. From Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook Find this recipe and more in the Forks Over Knives Recipe App.
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  • Mashed potatoes in a blue bowl on a white cloth napkin

    Easy, Healthy Mashed Potatoes

    Sometimes you just want mashed potatoes, and this basic vegan recipe makes them easy and healthy. Low-sodium vegetable broth adds flavor with no need to add fat-laden butter or milk. Three simple ingredients get you satisfying mashed potatoes in just 30 minutes.
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  • No-Bake Cranberry Pear Tart in a pie dish

    No-Bake Cranberry Pear Tart

    I created this tasty dessert one holiday when there was no room in the oven to bake one more thing. The filling cooks quickly, is tart and just sweet enough. And the crust comes together before you can say “Happy Holidays.” If you prefer, you can use a tart apple in place of the pears. […]
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