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An overhead shot shows a Dutch oven filled with spring green minestrone soup. A ladle is sticking out of the soup to the side.

Spring Green Minestrone with Pesto

An overhead shot shows a bowl of lentils and potatoes soup with carrots, kale, and roasted garlic broth. A spoon is sticking out of the bowl and black pepper has been ground on top. Little dabs of chili oil can also be seen on the surface of the soup.

Smoky Lentils & Potatoes Soup with Roasted Garlic Broth & Greens

An up close, overhead shot shows a serving of homemade vegan gnocchi covered in a thick green kale sauce. The dish is garnished with vegan "parmesan" and Aleppo chili

Vegan Potato Gnocchi with Kale Sauce

An up close, overhead shot shows a platter of roasted green beans and potatoes dressed with a lemony pesto sauce. The veggies are garnished with fresh basil and toasted pine nuts.

Fresh Green Beans & Baby Potatoes with Pesto

An overhead shot shows a bowl of creamy truffle mac pasta topped with crushed up bits of crunchy baked kale. A fork is sticking out of the individual serving. A lit candle is nearby.

Creamy Vegan Truffle Mac with Crunchy Kale Topping

An up close overhead shot shows a bowl of broccoli dill pickle soup with white beans and chopped potatoes. A spoon is sticking out of the bowl. The soup is garnished with chili flakes, chopped fresh dill, and swirls of olive oil.

Broccoli Dill Pickle Soup with White Beans & Potatoes

An up close, overhead shot of olive oil mashed potatoes in a bowl with swoops of olive oil on top and little leaves of herbs as well. A brass serving spoon is sticking out of the potatoes.

Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic

An up close, overhead shot shows a single serving of vegan corn chowder with potatoes in a ceramic bowl. A piece of whole wheat sourdough is sticking out of the bowl. The chowder is garnished with chopped fresh herbs and ground black pepper.

Smoky Vegan Corn Chowder with Potatoes

An overhead shot shows a platter of purple crispy smashed potatoes garnished with herbs. A hand is dunking one of the potatoes in a creamy vegan green goddess dressing.

Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Vegan Green Goddess

An up close overhead shot of a light orange creamy vegetable stew that features sun dried tomatoes, baby spinach, and garlic.

Creamy Vegan Vegetable Stew with Sun Dried Tomato Broth

An overhead shot of two crispy golden waffles on a white plate topped with salsa and sliced avocado. A fork is also on the plate to the side.

Leftover Mashed Potato Waffles

An overhead shot of a creamy and thick lemony chickpea soup with spinach and potatoes in a white ceramic bowl edges with grey. A piece of whole grain bread is sticking out of the soup.

Lemony Chickpea Soup with Spinach & Potatoes

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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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