Mary Margaret Chappell
When Mary Margaret Chappell first started out in the plant-based food world as a writer, editor, and recipe developer, she was a bacon-loving former pastry chef who didn’t think she could ever cook without butter. Fourteen years, four cookbooks, dozens of cooking classes, and hundreds of recipes later, her favorite thing in the world is sharing the tips, techniques, and recipes that show just how easy and delicious whole-food, plant-based cooking can be. The former food editor of Vegetarian Times magazine has done away with her dependency on butter and is honing her skills at baking with natural sweeteners. Chappell lives in France, where plant-based eating can often be a challenge, but the fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes available are simply amazing. Find her on Instagram and Facebook.
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See articleTartines with Wasabi-Ginger Beet and Avocado
Sushi seasonings such as ginger, wasabi, and rice vinegar add bright flavor notes to these jewel-tone tartines, a French version of the open-faced sandwich. If beets aren’t your thing, feel free to substitute grated carrots, which are just as sweet and colorful. And if you can’t find German-style rye bread, any whole grain bread will […] -
See articleVegan Welsh Rarebit with Mushrooms
The classic, cheesy open-face sandwich from Wales gets a hearty plant-based makeover using beans and mushrooms for a base. The vegan rarebit topping can be prepared up to three days ahead so it’s ready to top toasted muffins. Serve it for a light dinner or a cozy brunch, or slice for a tasty holiday or […] -
See articleSheet Pan Dinners 101 (with Recipes)
Looking for warm, hearty meals that require minimal effort and cleanup? Sheet pan dinners, aka tray bakes, have you covered. Think of them as the 21st century’s answer to casseroles. The savory, satisfying, one-pan meals have a major advantage over casseroles, too: The high-heat roasting method used to cook them yields luscious contrasts in taste, […] -
See articlePumpkin 101: Tips for Choosing, Storing, and Cooking Pumpkin
From porch decorations to pie fillings, pumpkins rule the fall produce landscape. Here’s how to pick, prep, and cook the gorgeous gourds that are everywhere in autumn. Pumpkin or Squash? First, let’s clear something up: Pumpkin is just what we call some cultivars of winter squash. While all pumpkins are squash, not all squash are […] -
See articleHandy Facts About Corn and How To Use It In Cooking
Fresh corn needs no introduction. Kids love it. Cookouts wouldn’t be the same without it. And the sweet, crunchy kernels add oomph to everything from fresh salsas and salads to hearty stews and chilis. (Even desserts: Try adding it to nice cream sometime.) Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of the […] -
See articleMexican Chocolate Nice Cream
Cocoa powder, cinnamon, and ancho chile powder give a basic banana nice cream the rich, decadent flavor of spiced Mexican hot chocolate. If you don’t have ancho chile powder, substitute ¼ to ½ teaspoon finely ground black pepper. -
See articleWhat Is Okra and How Do You Cook It?
Okra was introduced to North America by enslaved people brought over from West Africa in the 17th century. Ever since, it has been a mainstay in traditional Southern cooking, where it’s simmered into stews such as gumbo (the term “gumbo” comes from the West African word for okra), pickled like cucumbers, or breaded and fried. […] -
See articleNature’s Cereal: How to Kick Up Your Plant-Based Breakfast Bowl Game
Sweet or savory, hot or cold, a breakfast bowl is the busy cook’s best friend in the morning. Here are our top tips to help you start the day off right, including easy make-ahead recipes. 1. Cook extra grains whenever you can. Simmering some quinoa for supper? Serving brown rice alongside a stew? Cook extra […] -
See articleI-Heart Cherries Breakfast Bowls with Cherry Compote
A sweet and nourishing breakfast is as easy as 1-2-3 with this simple recipe. Kasha, or toasted buckwheat groats, have a texture that’s similar to risotto with a more pronounced flavor. Here, it’s paired with a warm cherry compote and nutty hemp hearts. Note: Hemp hearts are naturally gluten-free, but cross-contamination can be an issue. -
See articleSavory Tamale Breakfast Bowls
Instant polenta or grits stand in for masa harina in these bowls that get their Southwest flavors from prepared salsa and a dash of chili powder. Feel free to swap out the kidney beans for whatever legume you have on hand (even lentils) and load the bowls up with extra veggies. If you like, you […] -
See articleChocolate Lover’s Quinoa Breakfast Bowls with Pears
Chocolate and pears are a match made in heaven. Here, quinoa helps meld the two together in decadent-tasting breakfast bowls, which also work as a dessert when chilled. Use any type of pear in this low-maintenance dish. To avoid watery results, be sure to drain the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer after cooking. -
See articleQuick Brown Rice Congee
Congee is a hot rice porridge eaten all over Asia, usually for breakfast. The meltingly tender rice makes a luscious base for a wide variety of toppings, so feel free to improvise and add to the suggestions below. For creamier results, double the liquid (you can use half vegetable broth, half water), and simmer the […]
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