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busy bean & tortilla soup

by Jackie Newgent | May 3, 2023 | 1 Comment

When busy (which is like all the time these days!), I’ve got several super-easy go-to recipes that I like to whip up. Busy Bean & Tortilla Soup is one of those. And it’s perfect timing right now for Cinco de Mayo.

roasted orange bell pepper soup

by Jackie Newgent | November 22, 2018 | 3 Comments

bowl of orange bell pepper soup on a napkin on a cutting board

I love pureeing a vegetable soup to make it creamy … no actual cream required! This is one of my go-to recipes for that. It gets extra velvetiness from white beans. Beyond the creaminess, you’ll adore the scrumptious balance of sweet and savory here. The roasting of the peppers gives it depth of flavor. And you’ll love that this soup can do double-duty; use it as a colorful (and nutrient-rich) gravy. The vivid deep-orange color is lovely!

simple lemony white bean salad with fresh herbs

by Jackie Newgent | December 21, 2016 | 2 Comments

overhead shot of white bean salad in white bowl

My pantry is almost always stocked with canned organic cannellinis, chickpeas, and black beans! That’s because they’re packed with antioxidants, fiber, and protein. Plus, they’re notably filling and simple to fix. This recipe showcases all of the above—and is loaded with fresh herbs. And most importantly for your taste buds, it’s loaded with texture and flavor.

mini vegan chili and cheese bowls

by Jackie Newgent | March 2, 2015 | 0 Comments

Every year I create a new chili recipe. This year I decided to have extra fun with it and make a party-friendly chili. This mini vegan chili and cheese bowlsrecipe is served up in personal-sized sourdough bread bowls. And yes, you can and should eat the bowl! The chili is a good-for-you bean lovers’ version along with my signature additions of cinnamon and fresh herbs. The bowls are topped with plant-based cheese (pick your favorite!). To entertain in style, serve each of these awesome chili bowls topped with plant-based sour cream. Don’t forget some fresh or pickled jalapeño slices for a kick in the palate, too.

dark chocolate dessert hummus

by Jackie Newgent | January 18, 2015 | 2 Comments

Nutella has been gaining in popularity. Unfortunately, its first ingredient is sugar. It contains artificial flavor, too. Yuck! There are several knockoffs of it now available—some made with “real” ingredients and healthier fats. Another luxurious chocolate hazelnut spread is Nocciolata; but it’s rather rich to be eaten regularly–and it does contain dairy. So I decided there needs to be another option. Here’s my 100% plant-based and 100% delicious result. I based ithis dark chocolate dessert hummus on classic hummus–with several flavor twists, of course!