Kathy Hester's Blog, page 18

Vegan Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins with No Added Oil

These little vegan pumpkin gingerbread muffins are just need you need to celebrate autumn. They are already portioned out into a two-bite size and they have no added oil. Instead the pumpkin puree keeps them nice and moist. There’s a hint of dark molasses sweetness under the spices and you can use the sweetener of your choice to taste.

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Vegan Potato Chiles Rellenos with an Oil-free Option

I remember the first time I had potatoes in Mexican cuisine, and it blew my mind. Until you’ve had a mashed potato burrito or these Vegan Potato Chiles Rellenos, you haven’t had the most comforting Mexican food of all.

This post is sponsored by the wonderful Idaho Potato Commission in conjunction with Workman Publishing. 

Potatoes in Chiles Chiles Rellenos?!

Indeed and it’s so delicious! This recipes actually comes from Smashed, Mashed, Boiled, and Baked – and Fried Too! is Raghava Iyer’s ne...

Slow Cooker Maple Pumpkin Spice Latte

There are a few things that scream autumn to me –  slow cookers, maple syrup, and pumpkin spice everything. I took those and brewed them up together for this Slow Cooker Maple Pumpkin Spice Latte.

 I Can Make Pumpkin Spice Lattes at Home?!

Just so you know, the pumpkin spice syrup at Starbucks contains dairy, so if you want a pumpkin-spiced anything, it’s better to make it at home. You can get the cold brewed coffee recipe here and the recipe to make your own pumpkin puree here.

How Do I Mak...

Cashew Almond Vegan Creamer for Tea

A cup of perfectly brewed tea is my favorite way to take some time out just for me. I tend to over schedule myself, but once I take even 10 minutes to sit down to drink a little tea I’m relaxed and recharged. For me a cuppa is not complete without some Cashew Almond Vegan Creamer for Tea.

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Do You Take Your Tea with Vegan Creamer?

In my opinion, hot tea needs a t...

It’s Pumpkin Coffee Time! Vegan Pumpkin Spice Frozen Coffee

Everyone I know is dreaming of pumpkin spice everything or they want to punch a wall everything they hear those words. It’s a line in the sand and I fall on the everything spice side. Of course, you don’t have to drink hot coffee to pack all those fall flavors in so today I have a recipe for a Vegan Pumpkin Spice Frozen Coffee.

Why Make Vegan Pumpkin Spice Frozen Coffee? 

Everyone I know is in two separate pumpkin spice camps. Some, like me, are already dreaming of pumpkin spice everything....

Fresh Vegan Oregano Pesto

Oregano Pesto has a bolder flavor than the traditional basil pesto. I use pecans to bring out a little smoky flavor, but you can use the nut or seed of your choice. If you are nut free you can leave them out and there is an oil-free option too!

It’s getting hotter so it’s time for some dinners that don’t take all day to cook. When I get tired of salads I always turn to a quick pasta. Last night I tossed it with some Vegan Oregano Pesto.

I’m lucky that one of my stove burners has a quick boil...

Vegan Dog Treat Recipe: Pumpkin Cranberry Dog Cookies

It’s pumpkin season and there’s no reason to leave your best friend out of the delicious fun. Pumpkin is good for your pupper and mine love it. Making a Vegan Dog Treat Recipe is easy and these Pumpkin Cranberry Dog Cookies gives your dog a taste of fall.

This is when Brenna was doing chemo a few years ago. She did great through it all and is still with us years later

I Want More Vegan Dog Treat Recipes!

Be sure to try out my Peppermint Puppy Cookies and my Make Your Own Banana Flax Vegan Do...

Plant Based Carrot Dogs

A carrot dog is the same shape as a hot dog and close enough in color to make an obvious substitute. But what makes it different than a cooked carrot in a bun? The marinade is the key to the “cured” flavor and you can make it without oil too!

Photo by Ann Oliverio

What is a Good Plant Based Option for a Vegan Hot Dog? There are plenty of commercial vegan hot dogs, but many may have ingredients you don’t want in your diet. For instance, I can’t eat gluten anymore so that eliminates some of th...

Vegan Slow Cooker Pumpkin Steel Cut Oats

In case you didn’t already know, I am in love with everything pumpkin and autumn. Slow Cooker Pumpkin Steel Cut Oats is a breakfast with a healthy base of hearty oats flavored with pumpkin and spices. Add the topping for a sweeter oatmeal, or just stir in a little applesauce or date paste.

I am in love with pumpkin and winter squash. They are good for you and can be used in just about any sweet or savory dish. They also keep last through much of the winter when stored inside.

Or you can do m...

Vegan Unribs: Easy Homemade Seitan Ribs

These delicious homemade vegan seitan ribs are the perfect  any bbq. It’s fun to make your own seitan and easy to do with wheat gluten flour.

Photo © 2015 by Eva Kolenko

I’m really excited to give you a sneak peek into Miyoko Schinner’s new book, The Homemade Vegan Pantry. We loved her seitan ribs recipe at our house! (Disclaimer: I organized the blog tour for The Homemade Vegan Pantry and received a complimentary copy of the book. However, I was not paid to write this post and all the opinio...