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30-Minute Herby Meatballs with Creamy Kale Orzo

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If you’re looking for an easy and delicious dish, these 30-minute herby meatballs with creamy kale orzo are for you! Simple to prepare, and bursting with flavors of fresh citrus and zesty herbs, this recipe is sure to be on constant rotation – serve the meatballs over the creamy orzo and you’ve got a meal the entire family will love!

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30-Minute Herby Meatballs with Creamy Kale Orzo

Okay, we’re in this weird in-between time after Thanksgiving and before Christmas that reminds me strangely of an episode of Black Mirror. Not in a bad way or anything … but in the sense that I have no idea what time of the day it is, I’m barely motivated (I just want to sit by the fire, watch cozy movies, and veg out all day 😉), and I can never decide on what I want to eat — which is so not like me 🥲

All that said, when I’m feelin’ too lazy to cook, but still want something fresh and homemade, I tend to make these 30-Minute Herby Meatballs with Creamy Kale Orzo! They’re packed with tons of fresh lemon and zesty herbs (exactly what I’m craving after indulging in all the thanksgiving food), and it’s simple to prepare! Grab a drink and let’s get to cooking!

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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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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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Vegan Pancit Bihon and Canton

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This vegan Pancit Bihon and Canton is a classic Filipino dish that’s often served during the holidays and at many celebrations. Chewy noodles are stir-fried with vegan chicken and vegetables, then tossed in the most delicious and savory sauce. The best part? All you need is one pot and about 30 minutes to prepare this crowd-pleasing dish! Seriously … after you make it once, it will be requested for every get-together!

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vegan pancit

vegan pancit

This vegan pancit is a special recipe for me. Growing up, my mom always made huge trays of pancit for holidays, birthday parties, BBQs, and any other celebration you can think of. It’s one of those Filipino dishes that everyone truly loves! While many recipes call for either bihon or canton noodles, this recipe uses both because that’s how my mom always made it! I love the texture of both of the noodles, and I wouldn’t have it any other way!

Grab a drink and let’s make the best vegan pancit!

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Vegan French Onion Soup

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This vegan French Onion Soup is much like its original counterpart – rich broth, caramelized onions, ooey-gooey melty cheese, and crusty bread to soak it all up! The best part? Even though it looks and feels fancy, French Onion Soup is super easy to prepare! Serve it as a starter for your next fancy Holiday dinner or prepare it for an easy weeknight meal! Either way, it’s sure to be on rotation this season!

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French Onion Soup

vegan French onion soup

French onion soup is probably one of the most iconic soups in the world. Seriously, I don’t know anyone who doesn’t know (and love) it. You’d think a dish so legendary would be intricate, but the beauty of it is that it’s exactly the opposite. A few humble ingredients is all it takes to make this effortless, yet sophisticated dish.

Grab a drink and let’s get to cooking some amazing vegan French Onion Soup!

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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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Mushroom Wild Rice Soup

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The coziest Mushroom Wild Rice Soup – so easy and prepared in just one pot! Hearty wild rice, earthy, meaty mushrooms, and a delicious creamy broth! The perfect dish for fall/winter nights!

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Vegan Mushroom Wild Rice Soup

mushroom wild rice soup

If you love cozy soups, earthy mushrooms, and hearty rice, then this Mushroom Wild Rice Soup is exactly what you need in your arsenal of fall and winter recipes! It’s comforting, rich, and loaded with meaty mushrooms and fresh veggies! Everything you need for the perfect bowl of soup!

Grab a drink and let’s get to cooking the best Mushroom Wild Rice Soup!

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Pumpkin Miso Pasta

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A true match made in heaven, miso paste and pumpkin puree create a simple yet sophisticated pasta that checks all the boxes – savory, salty, and sweet.  Finishing the dish with a splash of champagne vinegar and homemade pumpkin seed breadcrumbs adds just the right amount of acidity and texture to really bring everything together!

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vegan pumpkin miso pasta

pumpkin miso pasta

Are you team sweet or savory pumpkin recipes? Cleary, I’m team savory. Don’t get me wrong, I love me a good pumpkin dessert, but in my opinion, savory pumpkin dishes are severely underrated. This pumpkin miso pasta is simple, yet balanced and full of flavor! It checks all the boxes for the perfect cozy, fall meal.

Grab a drink and let’s make it!

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Loaded Texas-Style Nachos

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Loaded Texas-Style Nachos…aka the superior nachos. Each tortilla chip is individually crafted with just the right amount of toppings, making for the perfect bite every time. Gone are the days of soggy, sad nachos – after making nachos this way, you’ll never go back!

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texas nachos

texas-style nachos

Texas-style nachos are not your average nachos. You know the kind I’m talking about – a disorderly pile of chips, unevenly loaded with various toppings that are recklessly placed one top. It’s like chip roulette…maybe your nacho chip will be soggy, maybe it’ll be completely naked and bare of any toppings, maybe it’ll have some toppings, or maybe it’ll just have a fragment of one. Honestly, it’s a mess. And that’s where these perfectly crafted, OG, Texas-style nachos come in.

Grab a drink and I’ll show you how to make this crowd-pleasing snack!

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Vegan Arroz Caldo

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This aromatic vegan Arroz Caldo – or Lugaw – is true comfort in a bowl! Growing up, my family always enjoyed this during the colder months, and on special occasions like Christmas and New Year’s Eve. With bold flavors of ginger and garlic, and a kick of spice and fresh lemon zest, you’ll find yourself craving this recipe whenever you’re in the mood for something warm and cozy.

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Arroz Caldo

vegan arroz caldo

Since it’s Filipino History Month here in the US, I decided to kick it off with one of my favorite Filipino recipes! Arroz Caldo, also known as lugaw, is the ultimate comfort food. It’s hearty and cozy and warms you from the inside out – kinda like a hug in a bowl. What I love most about arroz caldo is it’s simplicity. This dish is no-frills, but don’t let that fool you because it packs A LOT of flavor!

Grab a drink and let’s get to  cookin’ the best vegan arroz caldo!

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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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