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    vegan kale and butternut squash pizza with almond ricotta

    May 15, 2020 · Leave a Comment

    photo of pizza with kale and butternut

    This post is a collaboration between myself, Erath Wine, and Oregon Wine Month. I received compensation in exchange for my work. As always, all opinions and recipes are my own. #sponsored

    This savory Vegan Kale and Butternut Squash Pizza is the copycat version of a popular restaurant pie. It is delicious, veggie packed, and topped with creamy almond ricotta!

    kale and butternut pizza on the table

    Hello friends and happy Friday! I am so excited to be sharing this delicious recipe today - it is the perfect weekend project! This Vegan Kale and Butternut Squash Pizza with Almond Ricotta may seem like a mouthful to say... but it's an even more delicious mouthful to eat. Crisp homemade pizza crust is topped with sautéed kale, caramelized onions, thinly sliced butternut squash, dried cranberries, and an easy homemade almond ricotta for the perfect combination of sweet, savory, creamy, and crunchy.

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    vegan salsa verde enchiladas with pecan meat

    Apr 21, 2020 · Leave a Comment

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    These Vegan Salsa Verde Enchiladas with Pecan Meat are delicious and simple to make with pantry staples! Change up your usual Tex-Mex night with this tasty plant-based dish.

    pan of salsa verde enchiladas

    Happy Tuesday, friends! It is week.... 347987534 in quarantine, and I'm sure y'all are getting bored of eating and cooking the same ol' things. I know I am ???? Today's recipe is a remix of one of my favorite recipes on rotation, enchiladas! I usually fill these with a variety of veggies and beans, but I decided to try something a little different this time and made PECAN MEAT. So, without further ado, I present to you - Vegan Salsa Verde Enchiladas with Pecan Meat! This Tex-Mex inspired dish is simple, delicious, and packed with savory, satisfying flavors.

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    vegan chickpea curry with tofu and spinach

    Apr 6, 2020 · Leave a Comment

    plates of curry

    This Vegan Chickpea Curry with Tofu and Spinach is quick and easy to make, and uses mostly pantry ingredients for a simple Indian-inspired dinner.

    vegan chickpea curry with tofu and spinach | The Baking Fairy

    Hello lovelies and happy Monday! I am so excited to be sharing this recipe today, as it may be new to the blog but it is a weekly staple in my household. This Vegan Chickpea Curry with Tofu and Spinach is super simple to make, uses mostly pantry staples, and is a great introduction to cooking Indian food at home if you are not familiar with it! I have to put a disclaimer right here that I have NO idea what I am doing when it comes to Indian food. I am 100% white. I just like playing with spices and this is what tastes good to me! I hope you'll give it a try and maybe you will like it too 🙂

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    Tuscan cannellini bean skillet

    Mar 11, 2020 · 3 Comments

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    This quick and easy Tuscan Cannellini Bean Skillet is healthy and delicious! It comes together in just a few minutes, and packs in heaps of fresh seasonal veggies.

    overhead photo of cannellini bean skillet

    Hi friends! What is this? A new recipe?!? I know I have been very much MIA for the past month, and honestly it's just because I have been so busy with work. I have been picking up tons of extra shifts because we have been so overwhelmed with sick kiddos. I have high hopes that as spring keeps approaching, things will slow down and I can dedicate myself a bit more to this bloggie of mine 🙂 I whipped up this quick Tuscan Cannellini Bean Skillet for y'all yesterday, and I couldn't wait to share! It is super simple, tasty, healthy, and naturally plant-based. I hope you love it!

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    vegan "beef" and mushroom pot pies

    Jan 27, 2020 · 2 Comments

    overhead shot of pot pies

    If you're craving something cozy and comforting, these Vegan "Beef" and Mushroom Pot Pies are the answer! Simple to make, delicious, and topped with an irresistible puff pastry lid.


    pot pies with puff pastry crust

    Happy Monday, friends! I have been on quite the savory kick this month! I promise desserts will be coming back soon. I've been on a bit of a diet myself so I'm trying to avoid eating too much sugar, which means I haven't been able to bake as much as I've wanted 🙂 Today, I have these incredible savory Vegan "Beef" and Mushroom Pot Pies, which are so good and very easy to make. Using store-bought puff pastry is my favorite "hack"... that flaky top is the best part!

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    easy vegan taco bowls with tempeh

    Jan 13, 2020 · 1 Comment

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    These Easy Vegan Taco Bowls are stuffed with tempeh "taco meat," black beans, sautéed vegetables, and hearty brown rice for a filling and delicious meal.

    easy vegan taco bowls with tempeh | The Baking Fairy

    Hi friends and happy Monday! I am happy to be back with another simple and delicious plant-based recipe for you guys today. Easy Vegan Taco Bowls with Tempeh! I am really trying to incorporate tempeh into my cooking more, as it is cheap and such a great source of vegan protein! Just 3oz of this little superfood packs 16 grams of protein. Combine it with black beans, brown rice, and some veggies, and you have a healthy and hearty meal in a pinch!

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    vegan pineapple tofu fried rice {in a pineapple boat!}

    Nov 1, 2019 · 3 Comments

    vegan pineapple tofu fried rice {in a pineapple boat!} | The Baking Fairy

    Vegan Pineapple Tofu Fried Rice is a delicious homemade version of the take-out favorite... and it's even more fun when served in pineapple boats! The crispy baked tofu on top makes it extra tasty and satisfying.

    vegan pineapple tofu fried rice {in a pineapple boat!} | The Baking Fairy

    Hey heyyy friends! Sorry about being so quiet this week, I've just had lots of things going on (and lots of prep for Thanksgiving and the Christmas season ahead), but we are baaaack. And just in time, because today (November 1st) is WORLD VEGAN DAY! Say whaaa?! I mean, clearly, at this point in my life everyday is world vegan day for me BUT I will take any excuse to spread the message 🙂 I not only whipped up this awesome Vegan Pineapple Tofu Fried Rice for you today, but I also gathered a few bloggie friends to share some more plant-based recipes! Be sure to check out the list below for all the goods.

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    easy maple mustard tempeh with mushrooms

    Oct 25, 2019 · 1 Comment

    easy maple mustard tempeh with mushrooms | The Baking Fairy

    Need an easy, delicious plant-based meal? This Maple Mustard Tempeh with Mushrooms takes less than 20 minutes to come together, but tastes like you slaved over the stove for hours!

    easy maple mustard tempeh with mushrooms | The Baking Fairy

    Hi buddies and happy Friday! I am so excited to be sharing one of my favorite recipes of all time today. I love all the food I share on here, but a lot of them are just one-and-done... I make them for the blog, and I seldom make them again. This one, however, I make almost every single week! This Easy Maple Mustard Tempeh with Mushrooms takes just a few minutes to put together, but it is such a flavorful plant-based main dish. Hearty tempeh and mushrooms are sliced and toasted with olive oil, and tossed in a tasty sauce made with maple syrup, mustard, white wine, and garlic. Add some veggies on the side, and dinner is served!

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    autumn harvest bowls with blood orange tahini drizzle

    Oct 15, 2019 · Leave a Comment

    autumn harvest bowls with blood orange tahini drizzle | The Baking Fairy #FreakyFruitsFriday

    This post and recipe was created for #FreakyFruitsFriday! I was sent products by the sponsor company but as always opinions are 100% mine.

    Autumn Harvest Bowls are the perfect fall meal! They are packed with hearty brown rice, creamy lentils, caramelized roasted vegetables, and topped with a smooth blood orange tahini drizzle.

    autumn harvest bowls with blood orange tahini drizzle | The Baking Fairy #FreakyFruitsFriday

    Hiiii friends and happy Tuesday! Did the title of this recipe throw you off? Worry not, I know it's not Friday but... since #FreakyFruitsFriday consists of three Fridays and I missed the first one, I'm making up for it now! As you may remember when I shared my tropical fruit trifles the other day, I am working with Melissa's Produce to showcase some of their most unusual and exotic products. Blood oranges are some of my absolute FAVORITES, and they worked so well in these Autumn Harvest Bowls with Blood Orange Tahini Drizzle! Let me show you how I did it.

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    vegan nopales tacos with charred corn and black bean salsa

    Oct 4, 2019 · 10 Comments

    vegan nopales tacos with charred corn and black bean salsa | The Baking Fairy

    Looking for something different this Taco Tuesday? These Vegan Nopales Tacos are made of cactus, and topped with a fresh charred corn and black bean salsa.


    vegan nopales tacos with charred corn and black bean salsa | The Baking Fairy

    Hi friends and happy Friday!! Today is a very special day indeed, it's National Taco Day! It comes to me as no surprise that this beloved food has its very own holiday. You know us food bloggers, we will take any excuse to celebrate, so of course today is all about tacos! I rounded up a few blogger friends to party with me, and we have all sorts of recipes prepared for you. Soft tacos, crispy tacos, veggie, fish, and meat tacos... we have them all! I decided to do something different than the usual, and made you these Vegan Nopales Tacos, which are made of... CACTUS! Trust me, these babies are delicious. Don't knock em til you try em!

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    vegan savory stuffed pumpkins

    Sep 24, 2019 · Leave a Comment

    vegan savory stuffed pumpkins | The Baking Fairy #PumpkinWeek

    I received product samples from sponsor companies to aid in the creation of the #PumpkinWeek recipes. All opinions are mine alone.

    These Vegan Savory Stuffed Pumpkins are the cutest thing you will make all fall! Tiny pumpkins are roasted and stuffed with quinoa, veggies, and vegan chorizo for a delicious plant-based main course.

    vegan savory stuffed pumpkins | The Baking Fairy #PumpkinWeek

    Happy Tuesday friends! Today is day 2 of #PumpkinWeek, and I am changing it up with a savory recipe! These adorable Vegan Savory Stuffed Pumpkins are made of tiny roasted pumpkins, hollowed out and then filled up again with a stuffing of quinoa, mushrooms, vegan chorizo, carrots, onions, and pumpkin puree. They are deceivingly simple to whip up and oh-so-cute. Who knew those ~decorative~ mini pumpkins they sell are actually totally edible and delicious?!

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    vegan Veggie Supreme french bread pizza

    Aug 5, 2019 · 1 Comment

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    Craving pizza flavors in a hurry? This Vegan "Veggie Supreme" French Bread Pizza is super simple to make, and will have dinner on the table in 20 minutes!

    two pieces of french bread pizza

    Happy Monday, buddies! Hope everyone had a great weekend 🙂 I, personally, spent most of it baking and cooking up a storm for this little bloggie of mine! I have some really tasty recipes coming up that I hope you will love. Today, I have a really fun one for you - Vegan "Veggie Supreme" French Bread Pizza! This french bread pizza is honestly so ridiculously easy and fast to make. If you're craving pizza flavors with minimal work involved, this is the recipe for you! All you need is a loaf of fluffy bread from the grocery store, some tomato sauce, (vegan) cheese, and whatever toppings you like. I promise this doesn't take any longer than making a frozen pizza, and tastes way better!

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    vegan chili cheese dogs

    Jun 30, 2019 · 4 Comments

    There's nothing that says summertime quite like hot dogs! These Vegan Chili Cheese Dogs are loaded up with a homemade plant-based chili and melty cheese for a tasty indulgence.

    Hi friends and happy Sunday! Can you believe it's almost July already... which means it's almost THE 4th of July! Do you guys have anything fun planned?! I happen to be working on the 3rd and the 5th, which means I can't get too crazy on Independence Day 🙂 An absolute must for the fourth is firing up the grill, and I'm excited to have paired up with a few blogger buddies to share some fun hot dog recipes today! My creation is these fully loaded Vegan Chili Cheese Dogs. Rich, filling, and oh so yummy!

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    the ultimate fridge clean-out roasted veggie bowls

    Jun 17, 2019 · 1 Comment

    Got a little overzealous with buying vegetables this week? No worries! These Roasted Veggie Bowls are the perfect way to use up all the odds and ends in your fridge before they go bad!

    bowls of roasted vegetables, salad, and quinoa

    Oh hiii friends! Happy Monday! I am so pumped to be sharing one of my all-time favorite meals/healthy eating hacks with you today. I have really tried to make an effort to share more of my "real meals" this year on the blog, and this is one that I make almost every week! Say hello to my Ultimate Fridge Clean-Out Roasted Veggie Bowls! Okay, so the title isn't glamorous, but that's exactly what these are. If you got a little overzealous with the veggies at the farmer's market this week, worry not. I gotchu. That's exactly what these veggie bowls are for!

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    vegan stuffed poblano peppers

    May 28, 2019 · 1 Comment

    pan of stuffed poblano peppers

    These Vegan Stuffed Poblano Peppers are filled with corn, black beans, and vegan chorizo for a spicy & savory plant-based meal.

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    Hi buddies and happy Tuesday! Sorry for being quiet last week - time just got away from me with work and everything else, and I only managed to get one {very delicious} recipe up. I hope you enjoyed my tofu egg salad! I'm gonna continue the savory "real meal" trend today, and share these scrumptious Vegan Stuffed Poblano Peppers! I love stuffed peppers, and these are an absolutely delicious upgrade to the classic, with a Tex-Mex twist!

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    quick & easy BBQ chickpea tacos

    May 10, 2019 · Leave a Comment

    BBQ chickpea tacos close up topped with slaw

    These Quick & Easy BBQ Chickpea Tacos are a perfect 15 minute dinner! Smokey, savory, and topped with a fresh slaw and avocado slices.

    BBQ chickpea tacos topped with coleslaw and avocado on a plate

    Hi friends and happy FRIDAY! I am sharing one of my favvvv quick & easy meals today - BBQ Chickpea Tacos! This is the perfect kind of meal for those nights when you have no time and no motivation to cook anything, but you still have to eat something. All you need is a can of chickpeas warmed with BBQ sauce, a bag of coleslaw mix dressed with some mayo and ACV, and some tortillas to serve everything in. Add some cilantro and sliced avocado if you have it in the house, but if not - no biggie. These are still pretty delicious either way!

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    vegan chick'n nuggets with dipping sauce

    May 3, 2019 · Leave a Comment

    vegan chick'n nuggets with dipping sauce | The Baking Fairy

    If you're craving some nuggets but you're meat-free, no worries! I've got you covered with these Vegan Chick'n Nuggets with savory dipping sauce - they're like a vegan version of Chick-Fil-A!

    vegan chick'n nuggets with dipping sauce | The Baking Fairy

    Hi friends, and happy FRIDAY! I have been dyyyying waiting to share this recipe with you, because I love it so much! These Vegan Chick'n Nuggets are my attempt at vegan tofu Chick-Fil-A nuggets, and they are so ridiculously good. Of course, I had to serve them with waffle fries and make a homemade chick-fil-a sauce for dipping, too! This stuff is straight up addicting!

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    summer squash tart with lemon ricotta

    Mar 22, 2019 · 1 Comment

    summer squash tart with lemon ricotta | The Baking Fairy

    Welcome spring with this fresh and bright Summer Squash Tart with Lemon Ricotta! Store-bought pie crust is filled with creamy ricotta, lemon zest, and zucchini slices for an easy and delicious dish.

    summer squash tart with lemon ricotta | The Baking Fairy

    Hi buddies and happy Friday! I'm so glad it's almost the weekend and that it's finally SPRING! Woohoo!! I have been dying for some fresh springy produce and light recipes. Today, I am sharing this easy and delicious Summer Squash Tart with Lemon Ricotta, which is perfect to kick off the season! I use a storebought pie crust to make things extra easy, top it with ricotta mixed with lemon zest and juice, some parm, garlic salt, and black pepper, and then just lay fresh slices of zucchini and yellow squash on top! Easy peasy!

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    vegan eggplant parmesan pizza

    Mar 12, 2019 · Leave a Comment

    vegan eggplant parmesan pizza | The Baking Fairy

    This Vegan Eggplant Parmesan Pizza combines the flavors from the classic Italian dish into a fun pizza, topped with fried eggplant and vegan cheese!

    vegan eggplant parmesan pizza | The Baking Fairy

    Hi friends and happy Tuesday! Sorry for the radio static for most of the week last week... ya girl’s been working hard on two themed events that are coming up at the end of the month (#SpringSweetsWeek followed by #EasterBrunchWeek), so all the recipes I’ve been making have had to be saved for later! My birthday was this past Friday, so I decided to make myself something special for the occasion and came up with this BOMB Vegan Eggplant Parmesan Pizza! Fried, crispy eggplant slices sit on a base of pizza dough, seasoned tomato sauce, and vegan mozzarella and parm. It’s actually not too crazy to make, but the flavors are amazing!

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    honey mustard tofu sheetpan meal

    Mar 1, 2019 · 4 Comments

    honey mustard tofu sheetpan meal | The Baking Fairy

    Change up your weeknight dinners with this tasty Honey Mustard Tofu Sheetpan Meal! Sweet & savory tofu and roasted veggies are cooked all in one pan for easy meal prep and cleanup!

    honey mustard tofu sheetpan meal | The Baking Fairy

    Hi friends and happy Friday! I am back again today with another savory recipe for you! I'm on quite a roll, first with that spinach artichoke quiche, then my go-to kale salad, and now this! A big goal for me for this new year has been to share more everyday/dinner recipes with you, and I have been making lots of sheet-pan meals on busy nights. Honey mustard chicken used to be my favorite, so I figured, why not use that flavor combination for tofu? This Honey Mustard Tofu Sheetpan Meal features crispy tofu triangles, potatoes, carrots, and brussel sprouts, all roasted to perfection. And it's so easy, too!

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    vegan spinach artichoke mushroom quiche

    Feb 22, 2019 · 12 Comments

    vegan spinach artichoke mushroom quiche | The Baking Fairy

    This Vegan Spinach Artichoke Mushroom Quiche combines fresh veggies and a tofu "egg" filling in a flaky pie crust for the ultimate savory breakfast, brunch, or lunch!

    vegan spinach artichoke mushroom quiche | The Baking Fairy

    Happy Friday, friends!! I am super pumped to be sharing a savory vegan breakfast recipe with you today. I had gotten some requests for this a few weeks ago when I asked what kind of recipes you guys wanted, so here I am! This Vegan Spinach Artichoke Mushroom Quiche is incredibly delicious, easy to make, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch - whatever your heart desires. Let's go make it!

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    teriyaki tofu quinoa bowls

    Jan 16, 2019 · 1 Comment

    teriyaki tofu quinoa bowls | The Baking Fairy

    Who needs take-out when you can make delicious food at home? These Teriyaki Tofu Quinoa Bowls combine a base of quinoa and brown rice with fresh stir-fried veggies, crispy tofu cubes, and sliced avocado, all tossed in a homemade savory teriyaki sauce. 

    teriyaki tofu quinoa bowls | The Baking Fairy

    Happy Wednesday, buddies! I hope you guys are enjoying my #Veganuary theme thus far for the month 🙂 I promise I still have lots of delicious recipes in store. I have really been trying to focus on sharing MEALS this month as I felt like that would be the most helpful! Like, yes, vegan desserts are great and all but what's a girl supposed to eat for dinner?! Today, I am sharing these fabulous Teriyaki Tofu Quinoa Bowls inspired by True Food Kitchens! We went there on New Years Day and my sister in law got this (but with chicken because well... I haven't converted her over to the dark side yet. I'm working on it with cookies). She loved it so much that she asked me to recreate a version to make at home, and here it is!

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    vegan burrito bowls with jackfruit carnitas

    Jan 7, 2019 · 24 Comments

    vegan burrito bowls with jackfruit carnitas | The Baking Fairy

    Whip up a tasty Tex-Mex meal to rival any restaurant with these delicious Vegan Burrito Bowls, packed with tasty jackfruit carnitas, black beans, fajita vegetables, and quinoa. #Veganuary

    vegan burrito bowls with jackfruit carnitas | The Baking Fairy

    Hiii buddies and happy Monday! I hope you guys had a fun weekend 🙂 So as I mentioned in my last post, I am trying out Veganuary this month! I'm already about 75% vegan in my everyday eating, but I thought I would try to pose myself the additional challenge and see what happens. I participate in a lot of themed days and weeks, and this got me to thinking, why don't I organize a themed event?! So I gathered up a few foodie friends and created a Vegan Recipes for #Veganuary day! I am sharing these incredible Vegan Burrito Bowls with Jackfruit Carnitas, and I am so excited to see what everyone else has created!

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    vegan japanese eggplant no-meatballs

    Nov 27, 2018 · 3 Comments

    vegan japanese eggplant no-meatballs | The Baking Fairy

    If you're looking for a hearty vegan main dish, look no further! These delicious Vegan Japanese Eggplant No-Meatballs are plant based but savory, satisfying, and covered in a homemade teriyaki sauce.
    vegan japanese eggplant no-meatballs | The Baking Fairy

    Hi friends and happy Tuesday! I am so excited to share the best news ever... YA GIRL PASSED HER BOARDS! Which means I am officially a Physician Assistant. Oh, heck yes. Now I gotta update all my social media ? The other exciting news I have, which you are probably more interested in, are these delicious Vegan Japanese Eggplant No-Meatballs which are from my blog friend Amanda's soon-to-be-published cookbook, Great Vegan Meals for the Carnivorous Family. It is such a fabulous book and I swear she must have written it for me and my family. Do you see that title?! ?

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