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Recipes I actually cook. Plant-based, easy to follow, tested on Rebecca.

Plant-Based Pimento CheeseBasics & Sauces

Plant-Based Pimento Cheese

A creamy, tangy spread built from blended cashews and roasted red peppers, thickened on the stove until it holds like real pimento cheese — no dairy required.

Prep 10minCook 10min
Cinnamon OatmealBreakfast

Cinnamon Oatmeal

Simple, creamy oatmeal with a cinnamon stick steeped right into the water. Loose and comforting, and made for a table full of toppings: berries, maple syrup, coconut, nuts, and raisins.

Prep 5minCook 20min
Fried Brown Rice with Crispy Tofu, Bok Choy, Corn, and TomatoMains

Fried Brown Rice with Crispy Tofu, Bok Choy, Corn, and Tomato

The single biggest reason home cooks fail at fried rice is moisture, not flavor. Brown rice's bran layer is a hidden advantage — it resists clumping and lets you skip the day-old-rice rule.

Prep 25minCook 15min
Plant-Based FeijoadaSoups & Stews

Plant-Based Feijoada

Smoky black-bean stew with smoked paprika, garlic, and bay — the Brazilian classic without the meat. Thickens as it sits, even better the next day.

Prep 20minCook 90min
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