How do I test yeast and is it still good or fresh? Find out easily with this quick and simple 10 minute test! Here’s a question I often ask myself: “Is my yeast still good?!”. Yeast is a living thing, and the bread and buter of your baking recipes so you always want to ensure it’s good before using it, else your recipe won’t work. I’ve been baking for over 10 years, and the truth is that unless you test your yeast, you won’t know....

This vegan kaju katli is rich, creamy, and nutty. Swapping the ghee for coconut oil makes this cashew fudge recipe dairy-free! I love traveling, but when I can’t travel, sometimes trying sweets and treats from around the world is a good substitute. This past year I’ve made Tahô and Haupia , and now we’re traveling (virtually!) to India to enjoy kaju katli! What Is Kaju Katli? Kaju katli is a popular Indian sweet made with ground cashews, sugar, and ghee....

Kale soup is the tastiest way to get your daily dose of greens! It’s hearty, flavourful, packed with veggies, and so simple to make. If kale soup sounds ho-hum to you, be prepared to have your mind blown! This vegan kale soup recipe is super tasty thanks to the addition of flavour-packed vegetables, herbs, and spices. While I also love Kale Slaw and Kale Salad , I think this soup is one of the easiest ways to work kale into my day—I make a big batch of this soup over the weekend and then we have it for lunch all week, often with some Vegan Garlic Naan on the side....

Pumpkin Golden Milk is a fun twist on classic turmeric milk. This vegan drink is the perfect night cap! Easy Pumpkin Golden Milk If this is the first time you’re hearing about golden milk aka turmeric milk aka turmeric latte, you’re in for a great surprise! Friends, welcome to your new favourite nutrition-rich night cap drink. If you haven’t tried it, you might be thinking “turmeric…in a sweet drink?!” well make no mistake, it works perfectly here and has been for thousands of years dating back to Asia....

Seven layer bars are a decadent treat that piles chocolate chips, coconut, and walnuts onto a buttery graham cracker crust. Sweetened condensed milk holds it all together and makes it sticky and delicious! Seven layer bars are a bit of a misnomer. There aren’t REALLY seven layers here—it’s more of a jumble of different toppings. You’ve got semisweet chocolate and white chocolate; chewy coconut flakes and crunchy walnuts. They all form a top layer over a base layer of graham cracker crust....

With sweet, chewy sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a fabulously creamy sauce, this sun-dried tomato pasta recipe tastes like it came from your favourite restaurant—but it’s easy to make at home! Vegan sun-dried tomato pasta is the perfect weeknight dinner if you ask me. It brings restaurant-quality flavour to the table with minimal effort on your part—here, sun-dried tomatoes are a heavy-hitter that gives this easy pasta notes of sweetness and umami....

This sweet potato and kale pizza gives pizza night a different spin, with mashed sweet potato swapping in for sauce, crispy kale, and vegan mozzarella on top, and a sweet-and-tangy balsamic drizzle to bring it all together! Pizza night is the best night of the week if you ask me, because I can pull out all my favourite Vegan Pizza recipes— Vegan Spicy BBQ Chickpea Pizza , Kale Pesto Pizza , and so many more....

Creamy homemade tartar sauce is tangy, rich, and so much better than anything you can buy in a bottle! This easy vegan tartar sauce recipe comes together in just a few minutes. Sometimes you need a little somethin’-somethin’ to take a dish to the next level. Well, this creamy, tangy tartar sauce will do just that! Tartar sauce is a classic condiment made with mayo, pickles or relish, and other seasonings for a flavourful kick....

These fluffy Vegan Biscuits are made with only 7 ingredients, yet they have a rich and flaky texture with a delicate, buttery flavor. This holiday side is so crave-worthy and easy to make, you never knew vegan baking could be so good! It’s official: the holidays are upon us! And if you’re anything like me, your holidays wouldn’t be complete without some sort of yummy carbs, be it biscuits, dinner rolls , mashed potatoes … you get the idea....

This Vegan Buttercream Frosting is my go-to frosting for cake recipes! It only has 4 ingredients and is super fluffy, creamy and decadent. This vegan frosting is perfect for any cake or cupcake recipe and for all of your special occasions! Vegan Buttercream Frosting This frosting is heavenly! It truly melts in your mouth and is so simple. It will soon become your favourite frosting recipe. I have been making this frosting recipe for years and can assure you all your friends and family will love it....

This recipe for Vegan Stuffed Shells is a guaranteed hit for the whole family! Tender pasta shells filled to the brim with creamy vegan ricotta and Parmesan are a foolproof way to bring everyone together around the table. Each savory bite is bathed in rich marinara sauce as a timeless comforting classic. Traditional stuffed shells are a true labor of love. Between the sauce, pasta, and filling, it could take all day to get the whole dish assembled and baked!...

Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is a deliciously sweet take on a macaroni and cheese casserole that is so creamy! You’ll love this easy dinner recipe! Why You’ll Love this Vegan Mac and Cheese I’ll be honest with you. I’ve never met a mac and cheese that I didn’t like. That said, this vegan macaroni and cheese with butternut squash holds a special place in my heart. Here are a few quick reasons why:...

What’s a holiday party without a bowl of Christmas punch ? This fizzy, festive recipe is sure to get the party started, with a blend of juices, ginger ale or Prosecco, and rum. I love enjoying Christmas punch alongside my rainbow fruit salad with maple lime dressing for a bright, colorful, and cheerful holiday treat. When it comes to entertaining for the holidays, I’m all about the Christmas punch. While I love a Winter Cranberry Gin Fizz Cocktail , it’s a pain to play bartender while hosting a party....

Coconut whipped cream is a dairy-free, plant-based alternative to heavy cream. All you need are two ingredients, coconut milk and your favourite sweetener, for a dreamy, light, and fluffy homemade whipped topping. Everyone needs a good homemade whipped cream recipe, and if you’re vegan, there’s no reason to settle for store-bought! This coconut whipped cream recipe is incredibly easy to make, with only 2 ingredients. Whip coconut cream that’s been thickened in the fridge with powdered sugar....

Master these tasty vegan sauces and you’ll have an endless amount of meals to choose from! They’re easy to make and so incredibly versatile, with a mix of sweet and savoury flavours. Vegan sauces are the glue that holds together so many of my favourite meals. Salads , pasta, even pizza—they all need a good sauce! (And truth be told, I slap a sauce on pretty much everything. Not because it’s dry or “needs” it, but because it completes it....

These mouthwatering Grilled Maple Mustard Brussels Sprouts will be your new favourite appetiser! Made quickly and easily on the grill, you’ll be making extras! Here’s a genius idea that I can’t believe I never thought of: cut your holiday prep work down by grilling some of your fall veggies side dishes. It’s the right temperature to warm you up outside, you can grill several side dishes, and it’s less things in your oven....

These Maple Glazed Roasted Carrots are incredibly tender, bursting with flavour and are topped with a delectable Carrot Greens Chimichurri. They make a perfect side dish to any meal! I think it’s safe to say that the happiest part of my Saturdays are going to the farmer’s market . I love the new, organic, imperfect finds, and I think they are pretty symbolic of life itself: beauty in the flaws. These carrots were among my last farmer’s market’s finds and when combined with the glorious combination of garlic, maple syrup, coconut oil and thyme, produced the most fork tender, flavourful and divine roasted carrots I’ve ever had the pleasure of tasting....

Vegan mini cheesecakes are the perfect two-bite dessert, with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling no one can resist! Customise these little treats with your favourite toppings. Cheesecake is one of those classic vegan desserts everyone learns to make, and I’ve made my fair share of them—this Turtle Cheesecake and Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake are two of my favourites. But this version is the most perfect one for a party (or when you need some portion control) because the mini cheesecakes are bite-sized!...

This homemade pomodoro sauce recipe takes a short list of simple ingredients and transforms them into a fresh, vibrant pasta sauce. It’s easy to make and excellent for meal prep! What Is Pomodoro Sauce? Pomodoro sauce is a classic Italian tomato sauce like marinara sauce and arrabbiata sauce , and as you might have guessed, it’s the sauce used to make pasta al pomodoro. This isn’t the kind of homemade pasta sauce that has a lot of ingredients or requires an all-day cooking time—instead, it relies on simple ingredients and a relatively short time on the stovetop for a more fresh, vibrant flavour....

Sheet pan lasagna is a new and delicious way to enjoy all that cheesy pasta goodness. It’s easier, quicker, and includes more crispy edges! Have you seen Giada De Laurentiis’ viral sheet pan lasagna recipe? Oh my! As soon as I saw that video a few months ago, I knew I just HAD to make a vegan version since Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats and Vegan Lasagna are on frequent rotation in my house....