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Classic Baked Vegan Mac ‘N’ Cheese

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This Classic Baked Vegan Mac and Cheese is THE BEST mac and cheese I’ve had (vegan or not) – with a delicious 3-cheese vegan cream sauce and golden-brown crust, dare I say this mac and cheese recipe will blow all the others out of the water! This one’s perfect for the holidays, and I promise you … if you don’t tell anyone it’s vegan, no one will know!

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vegan Mac and cheese

classic baked vegan Mac and cheese

Okay, before you say anything bad about vegan cheese, you NEED to try this recipe! This Classic Baked Vegan Mac and Cheese is just like I remember – creamy, velvety, and baked to perfection with a crispy, golden-brown cheesy crust. Bring this to any holiday party or get-together, and I can guarantee it’ll be the star of the show! And if you don’t tell anyone it’s vegan, they will seriously never know!

Grab a drink and let’s get to cookin’ the best vegan Mac and cheese!

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Mushroom Pot Pie

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 Everybody will fall in love with this delicious and easy Mushroom Pot Pie! Creamy sauce, herby mushrooms, flaky crust, and a mix of veggies will be the star of any holiday dinner table!

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vegan mushroom pot pie

mushroom pot pie

Even before I was vegan, I always loved the idea of having a vegan entree option at all our Holiday dinners, and this mushroom pot pie is the perfect addition to your menu! It’s rich and decadent, yet very easy to prepare and cost-effective, too — so it’s not really cutting into your time or your holiday budget! I’ve also found this mushroom pot pie is one of those dishes that everyone loves, whether they’re vegan or not! It’s that good!

Grab a drink and let’s make the most delicious vegan mushroom pot pie!

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Vegan Birria Walking Tacos

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These vegan Birria Walking Tacos are a fun twist on classic quesabirria tacos! Get your favorite bag of chips, toss them with some melty vegan cheese sauce, then top them with meaty birria mushrooms, fresh pico de gallo and a squeeze of fresh lime! Seriously the most delicious portable snack that’s perfect for your next get-together!

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birria walking tacos

vegan birria walking tacos

This recipe was a long time coming!!! These vegan birria walking tacos combines my most popular recipe on the blog (birria tacos), and a beloved favorite of mine, walking tacos (or Frito Pie)! Since I’ve been seeing countless people on social media make versions of walking tacos, I haven’t stopped thinking of making these! So I did! And now you can, too 😉

Grab a cold one and let’s get to making some delicious birria walking tacos!

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Chick’n Adobo Potato Chips

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Hot and fresh homemade Chick’n Adobo flavored potato chips are a fun twist on Filipino chick’n adobo and a classic snack! Plus, better than anything you’ll get at the grocery store, and they’re so fun to make! You’ll never want to buy chips again!

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homemade potato chipsChick’n Adobo Potato Chips

These Chick’n Adobo chips are crispy, salty, homemade potato chip heaven! I love being able to combine my love of one of my favorite Filipino dishes, Chick’n Adobo, with one of my favorite snacks!

As soon as the weather cools a bit, making homemade snacks like potato chips, is one of my favorite things to do! I love making a huge batch to snack on while watching my favorite movies and lounging by the fireplace – it’s the perfect accompaniment to a glass of wine or your favorite brew, too! Not to mention, you can totally customize these homemade snacks with all your favorite seasonings! You can go classic with some really good flaky salt, or try something fun like these Chick’n Adobo flavored chips!

During the holidays, I always triple the recipe to package into cute mason jars wrapped with twine for a delicious homemade gift for friends and family! Trust me when I say everyone will will request it every year … it’s so good!

Grab a drink and let’s make the best Chick’n Adobo Snack Mix!

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Vegan Giniling (Filipino Picadillo)

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This vegan Giniling (also known as Filipino Picadillo), is a delicious one-skillet meal that’s easy to prepare and requires simple ingredients. Vegan ground sausage is simmered in a rich tomato sauce with hearty potatoes and vegetables until tender – make sure to serve over white rice for the ultimate comfort meal!

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Vegan Filipino Picadillo

vegan giniling (aka filipino picadillo)

This vegan Giniling, also known as Filipino Picadillo, is the ultimate comfort food! It’s rich and savory, with the perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy.

Picadillo comes from the Spanish word picar, meaning to mince or chop. It is a traditional dish in many Latin American countries and the Philippines. In the Philippines, picadillo is commonly made with ground beef or pork, potatoes, onions, and garlic, and cooked in a rich tomato sauce. Depending  on the region, different ingredients such as raisins, carrots, and olives are added. It can be either soupy or more dry. Usually, the drier version is called giniling.

Growing up, we always had the ingredients for giniling on hand – and there was always a pot of rice in the rice cooker – so this dish was prepared often as it was easy, minimal, and fairly quick to make.

I have so many fond memories of this dish and I’m so happy I’m still able to enjoy it vegan! Grab a drink and let’s get to cooking the best vegan giniling!

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Italian Sub Pull Apart Sliders

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These Italian Sub Pull Apart Sliders are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Loaded with 3 types of vegan deli meats, melty vegan cheese, and slathered in the most delicious herby garlic butter, it’s safe to say they’re a hit among family and friends every time! Not to mention, they’re so easy and can be made ahead of time, making for the perfect party appetizer!

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Vegan Pull Apart SlidersItalian Sub Pull Apart Sliders

These Italian Sub Pull Apart Sliders are inspired by one of my favorite sandwiches before going vegan … the Italian BMT from Subway 🙂 Years ago, I used to work across the street from a Subway, and for about 3 months straight, I would get a BMT every. single. day for lunch. Don’t ask me why, but the obsession was very real.

Anyway, fast forward many years later and here we are with these Italian Sub Pull Apart Sliders – they’re like the mini vegan handheld version of the BMT, only better if I do say so myself 😉 I honestly never thought I’d have a sandwich like the BMT again, but vegan deli meats are getting better and better every year and I promise you, even staunch meat-eaters will devour these!

Grab a drink and let’s to making the best Italian Sub Pull Apart Sliders!

Vegan Italian Sub Pull Apart Sliders

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Salt and Pepper Mushrooms

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These Salt and Pepper Mushrooms are fried to crispy perfection, beautifully seasoned with simple ingredients and have just the right amount of heat! They’re sure to be a crowd-pleasing appetizer that everyone will love!

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Crispy Salt and Pepper Mushrooms

salt and pepper mushrooms

If there’s vegan salt and pepper anything on the menu, chances are I’m order 2 of it. Crispy, salty, savory, with just the right amount of heat — you really can’t go wrong with these salt and pepper mushrooms! And now you can make this restaurant-worthy dish in the comfort of your own home.

Grab a drink and let’s get to cooking the BEST Salt and Pepper Mushrooms!

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Vegan Filipino Burger Steak

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Vegan Filipino Burger Steak inspired by Jollibee! Seasoned ‘beef’ patties are cooked until tender, then smothered with savory mushroom gravy. Serve with rice or mashed potatoes for an easy and delicious meal!

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Filipino Burger Steak

Filipino burger steak

Similar to Salisbury steak, filipino burger steak is a delicious and easy meal that’s ready in under an hour!

If you’ve ever tried Jollibee’s burger steak, this recipe is its vegan counterpart – seasoned ground ‘beef’ is cooked until perfectly juicy, then doused in a simple and savory mushroom gravy. Serve with rice (preferably steamed white rice or garlic fried rice) or mashed potatoes for the perfect comforting weeknight meal!

Grab a drink and let’s cook the best Vegan Filipino Burger Steak!

Filipino Burger Steak

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Vegan Chick’n Afritada

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A true Filipino comfort food favorite, this vegan chick’n afritada is simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with seasoned chick’n, potatoes, carrots, and peppers until savory and tender.

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chicken afritada

chicken afritada

Growing up, chicken afritada was something we ate on a weekly basis. It’s a simple dish with humble ingredients, consisting of chicken, potatoes, and veggies simmered in a rich and flavorful tomato-based sauce. Serve it over rice, and it’s a true comfort food favorite – like a hug in bowl 🤗 I have such fond memories of my mom and aunt cooking chicken afritada, and the whole house enveloping in its smell, which is why I’m so happy I was able to vaeganize it and share it with all of you!

Grab a drink and let’s get to cooking my version of vegan chick’n afritada!

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Southwestern Egg Rolls (Chili’s Copycat)

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These Vegan Southwestern Egg Rolls are inspired by the beloved appetizer at Chili’s – crispy (air fried OR deep fried) egg roll wrappers are loaded with seasoned chick’n, colorful veggies, and tons of melty vegan cheese – making for the perfect fusion appetizer that everyone is sure to love!

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southwestern egg rolls (chili's copycat)

chili’s southwestern egg rolls 

These vegan Southwestern Egg Rolls are a part of my Veganized Restaurant Remake Series, where I take popular restaurant recipes and veganize them!

Growing up, we ate out at chain restaurants quite a bit – and while I don’t necessarily miss the subpar food that’s served at most chain restaurants, I do miss the nostalgia and memories associated with going to them. There’s almost nothing like going to happy hour and getting a smorgasbord of half-priced apps and drinks at any of these restaurants 😌

Grab a drink and let’s get to making the best copycat chili’s southwestern egg rolls!

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