Lisa Esile, MS

Looking for a scrumptious vegan pasta or noodle dish you can whip up in 30 minutes or less? We’ve got you covered! A lifesaver for busy whole-food, plant-based eaters, whole grain pasta is comforting, kid-friendly, and minimally processed, and its mild flavor goes with just about anything. In this collection of our favorite vegan pasta […]

Whether it’s in the simplicity of a blend-and-pour recipe or the exertion of a kneading marathon, many people find peace through baking. It can be a meditative process—plus, there’s nothing like the satisfaction of seeing your creation emerge from the oven.  This collection of 21 whole-food, plant-based recipes includes muffins, loaves, cakes, cookies, brownies, and rolls. […]

Sweet and crunchy when raw, and soft and juicy when cooked, bell peppers are heavyweights when it comes to culinary versatility. Stuffed; blended into dips and sauces; or added to salads, stir-fries, sandwiches, and more, their subtly sweet flavor works with just about anything! To honor this mighty ingredient we’ve rounded up some of our all-time […]

Cooking with kids, and showing them how to prepare healthy and delicious whole-food, plant-based meals, has so many benefits. They learn to read recipes, follow instructions, and carry out basic food preparation. There are also the less tangible, infinitely rich benefits of working side by side with parents or loved ones: learning that food matters, […]

These sweet and savory vegan pies are a great way to showcase whole-food ingredients, especially fresh fruits and vegetables (though of course you can use canned or frozen). Crusts and toppings perfectly complement tender fillings, and as these yummy pies prove, they don’t need to be loaded with fat, dairy, or processed sugar to be […]

Nutritional yeast is a beloved flavor booster among plant-based eaters. Also known as “nooch,” this gold-hued dust has a rich, fermented, “cheesy” flavor, that, when blended with ingredients such as nuts, beans, and cooked starchy vegetables, perfectly mimics a creamy, cheese sauce. Whether you’re a nutritional yeast-newbie or a fan from way back, these 23 […]

Versatile, satisfying, and simple to make, hummus is an ace in the plant-eater’s deck. These hummus recipes combine chickpeas and other beans with herbs, veggies, and tantalizing spice blends to achieve rich flavors without using oil. What are all the ways you can use hummus? The possibilities are endless. But we like them served as […]

Spending lots of time at home presents a new opportunity to cook simple, comforting meals to nourish yourself and your loved ones. Whether you’ve got a fully stocked pantry or you’re a little low on supplies, these pantry-practical recipes will help you cook great-tasting, healthy meals. Feel free to make substitutions. You never know what […]

We all have favorite recipes that we make over and over again, and just for fun we thought we’d share some all-time faves from the FOK staff. Here are nine plant-based recipes that hold a special place in our hearts. Check out more of our favorite vegan dinner ideas and recipes for you to try!