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Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf

November 7, 2016 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 129 Comments

A hearty plant-based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat-eaters! A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free! Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe!

Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A hearty plant-based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat-eaters! A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free! Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe!

With Thanksgiving approaching at the speed of light, meal preparationย is already underway! Some of us like to plan the ultimate classic menu with all the trimmings, others like to go potluck or buffet style, and others enjoy trying new and modern dishes on their page long menu. I think we all try to create some dishes so everyone can have at least something they love. We all know food allergies and diet restrictions have made that very proteinate over the past few years.

Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A hearty plant-based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat-eaters! A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free! Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe!

It’s easy to have plenty of side dishes that fit our diet needs, but the main event can be a bit trickier. I don’t eat turkeyย and I’ve been known to just make some chicken for myself instead. Usually, I go for a vegan option on the holidays, though. I just like to change it up for at least one dish each year and usually, that’s the main event.

Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A hearty plant-based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat-eaters! A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free! Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe!

Last year I made this here cauliflower lentil loaf after many years of wanting to try the vegan loaf crave for myself. One of those things that took me so long to try and now I kick myself over not trying it sooner! I always hated that so many recipes were nut-based (so calorie dense and expensive!), soy-based (no tofu, please), or were non-vegan lentil loafs (eggs will not due!)

Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A hearty plant-based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat-eaters! A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free! Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe!

I knew I had 2 major components that would not let me down when making my first veggie-loaf. Legumes and cauliflower. A great dose of plant-based proteins plus all that veggie goodness (in addition to pepper and onion!) Veggie loaves are such a great option to get those plant-based skeptics to try! The never-fail goodness of lentils and cauliflower I knew would be a surefire way to make a “meaty” success!

Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A hearty plant-based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat-eaters! A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free! Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe!

When I brought this loaf with me to our family’s Thanksgiving feast, I was hoping everyone would try (I usually have to force them to branch out a little into foodie-world). They did and they loved it (just as much as me!) I even had to leave my grandparents some leftovers to savor in the coming days. Which, by the way, this cauliflower lentil loaf tastes great as leftovers! You could eat it cold, hot, mashed up and thrown in a sauce with some pasta. Endless!

Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A hearty plant-based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat-eaters! A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free! Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe!

Of course, you may have noticed that shiny red glaze on top! “Meatloaf” is NEVER complete without the red ketchup sauce! I made this ketchup glaze with just a hint of smokiness to really take this humble loaf over the top in a subtle way! So let’s get those blenders out and oven on! We have a Cauliflower Lentil Loaf to make!

Cauliflower Lentil Loaf

Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A hearty plant-based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat-eaters! A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free! Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe!

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A hearty plant-based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat-eaters! A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free! Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Cuisine: American
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Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Cooked Brown Lentils (1/2 cup dry)
  • 3 Cups Raw Riced Cauliflower
  • 1 Cup Chopped Sweet Onion
  • 2 Cups Chopped Bell Pepper
  • 2 TB Nutritional Yeast
  • 1 Tsp Minced Garlic
  • 1 Tsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1/2 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Cumin
  • 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 Tsp Chipotle Powder
  • Ketchup Glaze:
  • 1/3 Cup Unsweetened Homemade Ketchup
  • 1 Tsp Liquid Smoke (I used hickory flavor)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF.
  2. To prep: Saute the chopped onion and pepper in a skillet on the stove for a few minutes to soften. Rice the cauliflower in a food processor until you have 3 crumbled cups. Squeeze the crumbles with a towel to release excess water. Cook the lentils according to package and let cool.
  3. In a large food processor combine all the ingredients for the loaf and process until combined (not smooth, just mixed well).
  4. Line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper and press in the loaf mixture into the pan and smooth out the top.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the ketchup and liquid smoke together and then spread it evenly over the top of the pressed loaf.
  6. Bake the loaf in the oven for 40-45 minutes.
  7. Let cool before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1

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Doesn’t it look like a “meatloaf”? I actually never had much meatloaf growing up, but the few times I did, I loved it! I would always get it out at restaurants and you can bet my favorite part was ALL the ketchup sauce on top! I’m glad I can have “meatloaf” again! I’m pretty sure I may be one of the only people who wishes their mom had made meatloaf for family dinners ๐Ÿ˜› I digress! We can loaf-on now! Make and take this to your next big family gathering and wow them all with this delectable, hearty, Vegan, Cauliflower Lentil Loaf!

So tell me:

+ Did you have meatloaf growing up? Did you like it?

+ Do you like to change up the main event or side dishes for a food/family holiday dinner?

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Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash

August 24, 2016 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 100 Comments

A simple and fresh pasta recipe for a light, gluten-free, and vegan meal. Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash, tossed with diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and spices. An easy dinner that will leave you feeling healthy and nourished with a dose of hidden protein!

Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A simple and fresh pasta recipe for a light, gluten-free, and vegan meal. Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash, tossed with diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and spices. An easy dinner that will leave you feeling healthy and nourished with a dose of hidden protein!

I did make it a few times to a super small farmer’s market this summer. It became my mid-morning Sunday tradition to head into town, grab some coffee, and take a stroll over to the market. There were maybe 7 stands and only 2 of them had some fresh produce. After strolling around this little market a few times, I knew I had to at least buy one thing the next time I went (**reminder to bring some cash!**). They week I decided to buy (I’d wanted to get some garlic scapes, but they didn’t have any!), they had mounds and mound of zucchini, summer squashes, and patty pan.

Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A simple and fresh pasta recipe for a light, gluten-free, and vegan meal. Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash, tossed with diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and spices. An easy dinner that will leave you feeling healthy and nourished with a dose of hidden protein!

Obviously, the patty pan squash caught my eye with its cute fat roundness (they were just begging me to buy them!). I had the intention of just buying one, only $.75! When I went over to pay for my one cute squash, the man told me to take a few more, they had too many. Did I have to pay? No! That’s all this super frugal girl needed to hear! Now loaded up on fresh farmer’s market patty pan and summer squash, Iย had the burden of the overabundance problem to deal with. Not too much of a burden for a recipe developer, eh?

Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A simple and fresh pasta recipe for a light, gluten-free, and vegan meal. Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash, tossed with diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and spices. An easy dinner that will leave you feeling healthy and nourished with a dose of hidden protein!

I’ve been really into pasta dishes this summer and with all the fresh produce around, combing the two always leads to a lovely light meal. I also happened to have this lovely box of the new red lentil spaghetti from Explore Cuisine that I just had to try out! You know I love my legume-based pasta! This spaghetti taste like “the real deal” (i.e. non-gluten-free pasta!) It looked like normal pasta too (once cooked!). I’m totally a fan and totally suggest you try some yourself! It’s 73% red lentil flour and 27% brown rice flour, so not totally grain free, but super delicious!

ย Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A simple and fresh pasta recipe for a light, gluten-free, and vegan meal. Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash, tossed with diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and spices. An easy dinner that will leave you feeling healthy and nourished with a dose of hidden protein!

The patty pan squash comes in to make this spaghetti not only high in protein, but light, fresh, and summery! I cut the patty pan into strips and lightly grilled them in my grill pan for just a few minutes to soften. Then I just threw the squash, some diced tomatoes, fresh parsley, and some spices into the cooked spaghetti and the meal was complete! I love keeping pasta dishes super simple so you can taste all the fresh ingredientsย without being muddled or hidden by a heavy sauce. According to the Italians, pasta was meant to be fresh and simple. They’re all about the “less is more” vibe when it comes to cooking. Fresh is best and simple is…delicious!

Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash

Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A simple and fresh pasta recipe for a light, gluten-free, and vegan meal. Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash, tossed with diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and spices. An easy dinner that will leave you feeling healthy and nourished with a dose of hidden protein!

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Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash

A simple and fresh pasta recipe for a light, gluten-free, and vegan meal. Red Lentil Spaghetti with Grilled Patty Pan Squash, tossed with diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and spices. An easy dinner that will leave you feeling healthy and nourished with a dose of hidden protein!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Cuisine: American
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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz) Box of Explore Cuisine Red Lentil Spaghetti
  • 1 Medium Patty Pan Squash (cut into strips)
  • 1 1/2 Cups Diced Tomatoes
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Chopped Parsley
  • 1 Tsp Minced Garlic
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, boil the spaghetti according to box directions (about 8-10 minutes), drain, rinse, and add the spaghetti back to the pot.
  2. Meanwhile, on a greased non-stick grill pan, lightly grill the patty pan squash strip for about 5 minutes, flip them halfway through.
  3. Add the grilled squash, diced tomatoes, parsley, and spices to the cooked spaghetti. Toss the pasta and serve.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1

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See how delicious light and simple can be? I think this would make a lovely meal to serve up the last of your fresh summer produce, you agree? And come on, who ever says no to pasta? It’s like saying no to pancakes (okay, maybe a bit less tragic!) Now, let’s get cooking! Happy simple eating!

So tell me:

+ What’s your favorite thing to pick-up at the farmer’s market? I’m still crying that I never got my hands on garlic scapes!

+ What’s your go-to simple pasta dish?

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Lentil Veggie Tacos

August 21, 2016 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine Leave a Comment

An easy weeknight dinner recipe to satisfy your taco crazy in a healthy way! Gluten-Free and vegan Lentil Veggie Tacos are a great plant-based meal that will leave your feeling satisfied with the protein power of lentils!

Lentil Veggie Tacos | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 An easy weeknight dinner recipe to satisfy your taco crazy in a healthy way! Gluten-Free and vegan Lentil Veggie Tacos are a great plant-based meal that will leave your feeling satisfied with the protein power of lentils!

Looking for a quick and easy taco recipe you can whip up in a flash? Why not some delicious Lentil Veggie Tacos! Plant-based protein and loaded with healthy veggies, you’ll be left feeling satisfied and energized!

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Lentil Veggie Tacos | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 An easy weeknight dinner recipe to satisfy your taco crazy in a healthy way! Gluten-Free and vegan Lentil Veggie Tacos are a great plant-based meal that will leave your feeling satisfied with the protein power of lentils!

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An easy weeknight dinner recipe to satisfy your taco crazy in a healthy way! Gluten-Free and vegan Lentil Veggie Tacos are a great plant-based meal that will leave your feeling satisfied with the protein power of lentils!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Cuisine: Mexican
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Uncooked Brown Lentils
  • 1 Small Red Bell Pepper (chopped)
  • 2 Celery Hearts (chopped)
  • 1 1/2 Cups Baby Portobella Mushrooms (chopped)
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Carrots
  • 3 Handfuls of Baby Spinach
  • 1/2 TB Chili Powder
  • 1/2 TB Dried Cilantro
  • 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Cumin
  • 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 Tsp Cayenne
  • 6 Small White Corn Tortillas

Instructions

  1. Begin to cook the lentils according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, chop the veggies.
  3. After the lentils have been cooking for 15 minutes, mash them and add the prepped veggies and spices.
  4. Cook the lentils and veggies together for the remainder of the cooking time or until all water is absorbed.
  5. For the tortillas, warm in a preheated oven at 450ยฐF for about 10 minutes.
  6. To serve, spoon on the lentil veggie mixture to your liking and enjoy!

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Top however you’d like! Some guacamole, salsa, hot sauce, or vegan sour cream!

So tell me:

+ What’s one of your favorite taco fillings?

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Recipe ReDux #26 Syrian Red Lentil Skillet Bread

December 22, 2015 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 102 Comments

A Syrian-inspired red lentil skillet bread, bursting with flavorful spices, herbs, and roasted red pepper. Gluten-free, grain-free, and vegan, this easy lentil skillet bread will wow your guests and make dinner memorable.

Syrian Red Lentil Skillet Bread | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A Syrian-inspired red lentil skillet bread, bursting with flavorful spices, herbs, and roasted red pepper. Gluten-free, grain-free, and vegan, this easy lentil skillet bread will wow your guests and make dinner memorable.

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Lentil Sloppy Joes & Roasted Dill Fingerling Potatoes And Carrots

April 9, 2014 by Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine 34 Comments

Ready for part two? The day I made this for dinner, I had no idea what I wanted to eat. It was the weekend which is when I am able to do my “fancier” cooking and recipe creation. I didn’t want to squander a weekend with a boring meal, so I started the process of thinking and gathering up some inspiration. Plus I had these beautiful English Muffins Buns to use, so some sort of sandwich was in order.

Lentil Sloppy Joes 2I wanted a nice hearty meal too. Something totally vegan, sustaining, and packed with nutrition. And then it hit me. Lentil Sloppy Joes! Lentils, veggies, tomatoes, buns, potatoes, carrots, the works! A meal to feed the family. A “meat” and potatoes meal, if you will. It is such a huge misconception that vegans only eat vegetables. That could not be further from the truth. A lot of vegan recipes are way higher calorie and nutrient dense then a traditional recipes. Have you looked at the stats for beans, legumes, whole grains, and nuts? Yea you should do that if you believe these annoying vegan myths. And the protein thing. Don’t even get me started.

Lentil Sloppy Joes 3I have many fond memories of eating Sloppy Joes as a child. It was a regular go-to dinner my mom would make for my brother and me. I am pretty sure we would eat them on potatoes rolls too. It is one of those recipes though, that you really can’t screw up. Meat, lentils, or something else, it is called a Sloppy Joe for a reason ๐Ÿ˜‰ But I guess that also takes into account the messiness of eating them. That is just all part of the fun! Who wants a Dainty Joe? I don’t. I want a Man Girl Vegan-Wich!

Lentil Sloppy Joes

Lentil Sloppy Joes 4Ingredients: (serves: 2-3, makes 4 small Joes)

+ 1/3 Cup Green Lentils

+ 1/4 Cup No-Salt Tomato Paste

+ 3 Celery Hearts (chopped)

+ 6 Pearl Onions (chopped)

+ 1 Very Large Carrot (chopped)

+ 1/4 Cup Shredded Zucchini

+ 1/2 TB Chili Powder

+ 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika

+ 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder

+ 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper

1/2 TB Dried Parsley

+ 1/2 TB Dried Oregano

+ 1/2 TB Apple Cider Vinegar

+ 3 Drops of Plain Stevia

+ 1 Tsp No-Salt Stoneground Mustard

To Assemble:

+ Buckwheat English Muffin Buns

+ Mashed Avocado

+ Your Favorite Leafy Greens

Lentil Sloppy Joes 5

Directions:

+ Bring a large pot of 3/4 cup of water to a boil. Rinse your lentils and then add them to the boiling water. Boil for 3 minutes and then reduce to low heat, covered. Have your veggies prepared and add them in when you turn the heat to low.

+ Once all the water is absorbed, turn off the heat. Add in all other ingredients now and give everything a good mix and stir.

+ Now just assemble you Joes! Toast each of the buns you will be using (or not if they are fresh from the oven). Then spread on the buns some avocado, place on some greens, and plop on the lentil mixture. Done!

Lentil Sloppy Joes 1But wait! That is not all. You still have some work to do before you can get your hands dirty and dig in to these bad boys. How about a side dish? The “potatoes” of this “meat and potatoes” meal. Not only are potatoes involved, but I also threw in some carrots for good measure! All roasted to perfection with the delightful smell and tasty zing of dill! I love dill and potatoes together. It is such a wonderful flavor combo!

Dill Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Carrots 1This was the first time I have cooked with “white” potatoes in a very long time. Frieda’s had sent me a bunch of fingerling potatoes in my monthly product box so I needed to think of a way to use them. Any white potato, fingerling or not, is pretty bland. I am used to my robust flavored purple, Japanese, Okinawan, etc., sweet potatoes. But by using dill, smoked paprika, garlic, and the addition of carrots, these potatoes we not to bland!

Roasted Dill Fingerling Potatoes and Carrots

Dill Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Carrots 2Ingredients: (serves: 2 as a side dish)

+ About 10 Fingerling Potatoes

+ 2 Large Carrots

+ 1 Tsp Dried Dill

+ 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder

+ 1/2 Tsp Smoked Paprika

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Directions:

+ Preheat the oven to 415ยฐF. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease it.

+ Chop the potatoes and veggies in to bite sized pieces. Toss with the spices and evenly spread them out on the baking sheet.

+ Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping half-way through. Remove and serve!

Dill Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Carrots 5There you have it! The perfect vegan meal! I think this will become one of my new go-to meals to make. Lentils are just so delicious, easy, and sustaining. My Vegan Lentil Stuffed Portobellos will always be my favorite go-to meal, but this is a close second ๐Ÿ˜‰

So tell me:

Were/are you a meat and potatoes type of family? No, my family never was, but we did eat meat, but nothing was ever the heavy traditional “meat and potato” dinner every day every week.

How do you spice up plain white potatoes?

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Instagram post 2190210617160115376_462853852 What does your family have for Christmas dinner? ๐Ÿค” * We have out big celebration on Christmas Eve (the best day, IMO) and have a big buffet of Italian foods set out in my grandparent's kitchen. As a celiac and food allergic vegan, (and the fact that cooking is my profession, haha!) I bring the free-from dishes! * Not only is eggplant parm great for a cozy winter weeknight meal (Meatless Monday, anyone?), but it makes a great plant-forward entree for the holidays that EVERYONE will love! This one is healthier (hello @gowiseusa air fryer! Crispy oil-free eggplant perfection!) and safe for all our celiac, food allergy, and vegan guests and bellies! ๐Ÿค— * Easy Vegan Eggplant Parmesan (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) | Air Fried & Baked! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฝ * This Cozy CheeZy Comfort Food is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Sugar-Free + Oil-Free + Low Carb ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ Great Meatless Entree for Christmas/Holidays ๐Ÿ’œ Air-Fried + Baked (or totally baked if you don't have an air fryer!) ๐Ÿ’– Simple Minimal Ingredients ๐Ÿ’— Healthier Comfort Food with Veggie-Power ๐Ÿ’ * It's snowing here, so I think some cozy comfort food is in order on this chilly Monday! Who's with me? ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜…โ„๏ธ * Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-eggplant-parmesan/ * #comfortfood #airfryer #casserole #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #christmasfood #meatlessmonday #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #kidapproved #christmasdinner #eatwellbewell #lowcarbrecipes #vegancheese #glutenfreefood #healthyholidays #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #goodmoodfood #easymeals #justeatrealfood
Instagram post 2185119379058648148_462853852 Are you ready for THANKSGIVING? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ Trying any new dishes this year? ๐Ÿค” I hope you got all your grocery shopping done (we all know that every grocery store is a MADHOUSE this week...although it was already crazy last weekend!) ๐Ÿคฃ BUT, I have one more Thanksgiving (or Christmas) recipe for you to add to your to-make list! ๐Ÿ˜Ž Gluten-Free Brown Rice Stuffing Casserole (Vegan, Allergy-Free)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฝ * This Cozy Baked No-Bread Stuffing is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Sugar-Free + Oil-Free ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ Great for a Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Holiday Side Dish ๐Ÿ’œ Easy Meatless Main for Any Weeknight๐Ÿ’– Simple Real Food Ingredients ๐Ÿ’— Healthy Comfort Food at its Finest ๐Ÿ’ * When you don't want bread stuffing, but want something baked (not the overdone "wild rice dressings you see so many recipes for!) this one is a must-try! ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿฅฐ * Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/gluten-free-brown-rice-stuffing-casserole/ * #brownrice #stuffing #dressing #casserole #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thanksgivingfood #holidayfood #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #kidapproved #thanksgivingdinner #sidedishes #veganthanksgiving #glutenfreefood #healthyholidays #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #goodmoodfood #easymeals #justeatrealfood
Instagram post 2180062372549618176_462853852 Are you team Pumpkin, Apple, Sweet Potato, or Pecan Pie? ๐Ÿค” When it comes to holiday pies, you really can't go wrong with any! ๐Ÿ˜…๐Ÿฅง I never found pecan pie appealing, but to complete Strength and Sunshine's portfolio of "crustless pies", I had to figure out a way to make PECAN PIE a thing! This year it happened... ๐Ÿฅณ Crustless Pecan Pie without Corn Syrup (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Paleo, Keto)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐ŸŒฐ๐Ÿฅง๐Ÿ‘Œ * This Peculiarly Perfect Pecan Pie is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Vegan ๐Ÿงก Paleo ๐Ÿ’› Keto ๐Ÿ’š Sugar-Free ๐Ÿ’™ Healthier, Sweet, & Nutty Southern Comfort ๐Ÿ’œ 7 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– EASY & Quick ๐Ÿ’ Only 1 Allergen: Pecans (can't get around that one!) ๐Ÿ’˜ Begging for a Spot on the Thanksgiving/Christmas Dessert Table ๐Ÿ’— * Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/crustless-pecan-pie/ * #pecanpie #pecans #southerncomfort #thanksgivingrecipes #thanksgivingdinner #holidaybaking #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #easyketo #allergyfriendly #ketodessert #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thebakefeed #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #ketobaking #paleodessert #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #healthybaking #nosugaradded
Instagram post 2177098251824425516_462853852 Whatโ€™s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear โ€œgut healthโ€? ๐Ÿค” * It's MORE than just digestion! ๐Ÿง Your gut health is connected to just about every aspect of your wellbeing, from your mood to your immune system. ๐Ÿ˜ฎ@countrylifevitamins came out with a new line of supplements called Gut Connection that helps us balance our microbiome and target the specific areas of our health we need the most help with! ๐Ÿฅณ I got to try out the Digestive Balance, Stress Balance, and Sleep Balance and Iโ€™m so glad I did! ๐Ÿ™Œ Check out my latest blog post to find out all the details (strengthandsunshine.com/gut-health/) ๐Ÿ‘ #Sponsored * #countrylifevitamins #guthealth #guthealthmatters #guthealthy #glutenfree #vegan #foodallergies #allergyfree #nongmo #healyourgut #celiac #celiacdisease #glutenfreeliving #glutenfreelife #autoimmunedisease #chronicillness #gutfriendly #guthealing #healthygut #healthandwellness #healthyfamily #healthykids #gutflora #mindandbody #healthmatters #healthysleep #stressmanagment #healthylifestlye
Instagram post 2174976265205847810_462853852 The secret to a fantastic Monday? ๐Ÿค” Something a little SWEET and SALTY! ๐Ÿ˜Ž Loaded Vegan White Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿช๐Ÿซ๐Ÿฅจ * These are BIG cookies and they are stuffed with @nestletollhouse new ALLERGY-FREE White Chocolate Chips and my favorite @shopritestores gluten-free pretzels! A super-soft cookie base with @bobsredmill gluten-free flour and @swervesweetie brown "sugar". They will make a perfect new addition to all the cookie parties I know you have coming up! ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿช๐Ÿ™Œ * These Tastebud Tantalizing Cookies are:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Low Sugar ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ Quick and Easy๐Ÿ’œ 9 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– Holiday Ready or a "Just Because Dessert" ๐Ÿ’— * Who else is ready for COOKIE SEASON? ๐Ÿค” Tag a cookie loving friend below! ๐Ÿ‘‡ These "Naughty and Nice" cookies are perfect for kicking off the holiday season! ๐Ÿช๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ„ Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-white-chocolate-chip-pretzel-cookies-gluten-free/ * #sweetandsalty #cookieseason #holidaybaking #whitechocolate #pretzels #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thebakefeed #bakersofinstagram #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #glutenfreecookies #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreebaking #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #bakedfromscratch #vegancookies
Instagram post 2169912447125673010_462853852 Thanksgiving debate number 2! Side Dish or Dessert? ๐Ÿค” Where does the CLASSIC marshmallow-topped sweet potato casserole reside? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ * It's always been a "sweet" side dish in our family, definitely NOT a dessert! Boy have I MISSED this controversial dish due to the "all vegan marshmallows contain soy, and all soy-free marshmallows aren't vegan". This recipe has been in the works since last year and it is finally here, on the blog, perfected to a T! ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฅณ THE Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‘Œ * This Spectacular Sweet Potato Casserole is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Sugar-Free ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ Paleo Topping Option ๐Ÿ’œ 6 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– EASY & Quick (just 10 minutes in the oven! ๐Ÿ’ The Healthiest Sweet Potato Casserole EVER ๐Ÿ’— Holiday Perfection for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Etc. ๐Ÿ’˜ * How does your family do the traditional sweet potato casserole? ๐Ÿค” We've ALWAYS been a "canned candied yam and marshmallow family. I know some people top it with nuts and brown sugar, but that gets a thumbs down from me. It MUST be marshmallow-topped (or in this case...homemade marshmallow fluff topped!) ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜Ž * Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/vegan-sweet-potato-casserole-marshmallow/ * #sweetpotatocasserole #sweetpotatoes #marshmallowfluff #aquafaba #thanksgivingrecipes #thanksgivingdinner #holidaybaking #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thebakefeed #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #kidapproved #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #healthybaking #nosugaradded
Instagram post 2164819317391112965_462853852 It's STUFFING Season! ๐Ÿ™Œ Or...do you call it Dressing? ๐Ÿค” DEBATE! What do you call this classic Thanksgiving side? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ Technically, this is "dressing" since it was baked on its own (not inside a bird). ๐Ÿ˜ My family has ALWAYS called it stuffing and I grew up in the Northeast. In the South, they tend to call it "dressing". They also tend to make it with...CORNBREAD! ๐Ÿคฉ * I ALWAYS make my famous "traditional" stuffing recipe (on the blog), but a cornbread stuffing sounded delicious to try this year! What's your favorite way to make stuffing/dressing? ๐Ÿง Southern Gluten-Free Cornbread Stuffing (Vegan, Allergy-Free)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿž๐Ÿฝ * This Corny Comfort Food is:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Sugar-Free + Oil-Free ๐Ÿ’š Picky-Eater Approved (even if they don't like traditional stuffing!) ๐Ÿ’™ Great for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or ANY weeknight ๐Ÿ’œ 10 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– Uses my Homemade Gluten-Free Cornbread ๐Ÿ’— Makes You Feel Warm, Cozy, and Full or Southern Comfort ๐Ÿ’ * So Team Stuffing or Team Dressing!? ๐Ÿค” Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/gluten-free-cornbread-stuffing-vegan/ * #cornbreadstuffing #cornbreaddressing #cornbread #stuffing #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thanksgivingfood #southernfood #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #kidapproved #thanksgivingdinner #sidedishes #glutenfreebread #glutenfreefood #fallrecipes #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #goodmoodfood #easymeals #nosugaradded
Instagram post 2159727060157945523_462853852 Everything you love about Fall, STUFFED in a cookie! ๐Ÿ˜‚ ๐Ÿช STUFFED Caramel Apple Cookies (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐ŸŽ๐Ÿช๐Ÿ‘Œ They're Big, Warm, and Loaded with oozing buttery vegan caramel in the center and fresh chopped apple throughout! ๐Ÿฌ๐ŸŽ * These Appletastic Crazy Cookies are:๐Ÿ‘‡ Gluten-Free โค๏ธ Allergy-Free ๐Ÿงก Vegan ๐Ÿ’› Oil-Free ๐Ÿ’š Kid-Approved ๐Ÿ’™ No Peeling Needed ๐Ÿ’œ 10 Simple Ingredients ๐Ÿ’– Seemingly Decadent, but HEALTHY Seasonal Dessert (or Loaded Breakfast Cookie!) ๐Ÿ’— Eat these babies WARM with some Apple Cider or Coffee! ๐Ÿ’ * There's only 2g of added sugar in here from the @jjscocomels caramel center! Natural sugars from the apple and sugar-free @swerveweetie not counted. WOOOO! ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿ™Œ * Caramel apples on a stick are so 2018; bring on the stuffed cookies! ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ‰ Will you be joining me and the other cookie monsters? ๐Ÿค” Tag a cookie loving friend below! Click the link in my bio @rebeccagf666 for the full recipe on the blog! ๐Ÿ‘†๐Ÿ‘† https://strengthandsunshine.com/stuffed-caramel-apple-cookies/ * #caramelapple #stuffedcookies #appleseason #applepicking #fallbaking #glutenfree #vegan #dairyfree #eggfree #soyfree #nutfree #top8free #allergyfree #celiac #foodallergies #thefeedfeed #thebakefeed #bakersofinstagram #glutenfreelife #foodallergymom #glutenfreecookies #veganbaking #vegandessert #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreebaking #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #healthybaking #vegancookies