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Olive Oil Cake

Olive Oil Cake

For this cake, it is important to have the best quality olive oil you can find. If you have access to fresh pressed oil, use it, although you may want to wait a bit after pressing so it’s not as tangy. You can substitute sweet wine or Triple Sec for the Grand...
Zucchini Crudo with Lemon, Almonds, and Parmesan

Zucchini Crudo with Lemon, Almonds, and Parmesan

We don’t intentionally choose recipes with just a few ingredients, but this one has just five and they make for a lovely, refreshing salad. It’s definitely a change of pace for preparing zucchini and works so well! Looking for a green salad, but not this...
Wild Mushroom Crostini

Wild Mushroom Crostini

By using plant-based butter and plant-based mayonnaise, we made this delicious appetizer suitable for our guests who are dairy-free or plant-based without sacrificing any flavor. I chose a wild mushroom selection when I made it, but other mushrooms should work equally...
Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

I’ll admit that the first response I get from people when I say the name of the salad is not completely positive, but once they taste it, their tune changes. The kale and brussels sprouts are sliced very thin and the dressing is a perfect complement. The thin...
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

Although the recipe calls for feta cheese, this can always be served on the side so that any plant-based or lactose-free guests can enjoy the salad as well. The garlic, onion, olives, and vegie broth provide robust flavor, even without the cheese. Quinoa is one of my...