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An overhead shot of a sweet potato and coconut milk stew in a bowl. The stew features brown lentils and kale and is topped with cilantro. A folded flatbread is tucked into one corner of the stew.

Ginger Sweet Potato Coconut Milk Stew with Lentils & Kale

Loaded Shawarma-Spiced Fries with Crunchy Veg Salad and Lemony Tahini

Smoky Chickpea, Cabbage & Lentil Soup with Kale

Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip

An overhead shot of a vegan french onion shepherd's pie topped with a cauliflower potato mash.

French Onion Shepherd’s Pie with Lentils & Creamy Cauliflower Potato Mash

Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole with Apples & Crunchy Rosemary Walnuts

Creamy Lemon Orzo with Chickpeas & Broccoli

Smoky and Creamy White Beans with Greens

Vegan Sheet Pan Gravy

Vegan Sweet Potato Quinoa Patties with Lemony Slaw

Vegan “Butter” Chickpeas

Bloody Mary Bruschetta

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About Laura Wright

I'm a vegan cookbook author, recipe developer, and I've been a food blogger for over 10 years. Here, you'll find seasonal vegan recipes, wholesome meals, and plenty of feel-good inspiration for a compassionate lifestyle. My hope is to always inspire and encourage anyone, at any level, to try plant-based cooking at home.

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