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An overhead shot of a baking sheet filled with crispy baked tofu bits. A wooden handled fish spatula is lifting some of the pieces off of the baking sheet.

Crispy and Crunchy Baked Tofu Bits

An overhead shot shows a pot of vegan sweet potato walnut chili in a Dutch oven with puffed up cornmeal dumplings on top. The dish is garnished with chopped parsley and cilantro.

Sweet Potato Walnut Chili with Corn Dumplings

An overhead shot of some stuffed portobello mushrooms drizzled with a pale green sauce on top of a speckled brown plate.

Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Cauliflower Rice, Crispy Tofu Bits & Poblano Cream

Vegan Butternut Galette with Apples, Shallots & Black Pepper Crust

VEGAN SPINACH AND MUSHROOM POLENTA PIE - The First Mess

Spinach & Mushroom Polenta Pie with Almond Ricotta

Seared Polenta with Spring Salad and Sherry Shallot Vinaigrette - The First Mess

Seared Polenta with Spring Salad & Sherry Shallot Vinaigrette

Crispy Eggplant Polenta Bites with Lime

Spicy Red Lentil Spread

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About Laura Wright

I'm a vegan cookbook author, recipe developer, and I've been a food blogger for over 10 years. Here, you'll find seasonal vegan recipes, wholesome meals, and plenty of feel-good inspiration for a compassionate lifestyle. My hope is to always inspire and encourage anyone, at any level, to try plant-based cooking at home.

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