Kathy Hester's Blog, page 26

Instant Pot Apple Spice Steel Cut Oats for 2

Did you get a new Instant Pot while they were on sale?

I have a wonderful and easy breakfast for you to make, Instant Pot Apple Spice Steel Cut Oats. I’ve been seeing questions about cooking smaller amount in your 6 or 8 quart IP and you can totally do it.

This recipe makes 2 large servings or 3 small ones. If you have a large family or are hosting a brunch you can double or even triple the recipe.

In case you’re wondering where you can get that beautiful heathered napkin, It’s from Beautifu...

Coconut Oat Vanilla Nut Vegan Coffee Creamer

Photo by Kate Lewis

I wake up wanting a coffee, or tea, full of creaminess. I seem to drink coffee more in the summer and tea in the winter. I have no idea why – it’s just what I crave at the moment. I certainly have a few favorite store-bought creamers I like, but I love making my own vegan coffee creamer. Coconut Oat Vanilla Nut Vegan Coffee Creamer is always a winner and great in Earl Grey tea.

A wonderful benefit of making your own creamer is that you can use any sweetener you want. Today...

Vegan Instant Pot Black-Eyed Pea Curry with Spinach

TodayI have another black-eyed pea recipe for you and it’s from Indian Instant Pot Cookbook by Urvashi Pitre. This simple, healthy recipe for Black-Eyed Pea Curry with Spinach is made in your Instant Pot and is delightful!

I really love Urvashi’s book, especially that she gives you spice blend recipes and recommendation. Spices are so important in Indian cooking.

Below you can watch me make the recipe and see just how easy it is!

The Indian Instant Pot Cookbook is not vegan, but it does h...

Vegan Slow Cooker Black-eyed Peas

I posted a recipe for Instant Pot Creamy Black-Eyed Peas and I wanted to give you a slow cooker recipe too. It’s been black-eyed pea week here on HSC because in the Southern US we eat black-eyed peas for luck on New Year’s Day.

Even if it’s not your tradition, it’s still an easy and healthy way to start off the new year.

You can use the slow cooker to cook plain black-eyed peas by only using the water and beans. Then they’ll be ready for you favorite recipes.
Slow Cooker Black-eyed Peas  ...

Slow Cooker Cabbage Steaks from The Revised Vegan Slow Cooker

Photo by Kate Lewis

Are you ready to switch gears? Holiday eating can be a little rough and I know I’m ready to get back on track. My Slow Cooker Cabbage Steaks from my new cookbook, The Vegan Slow Cooker Revised, are here to add an easy and healthy meal into your week.

This easy slow cooker recipe pairs cabbage steaks with potatoes that are cooked at the same time. Then you top with some unsweetened nondairy yogurt and some fresh dill. You can also salt and pepper to taste or even add a pinc...

Sloppy Black-Eyed Peas

Photo by Kate Lewis

These Sloppy Black-Eyed Peas are one of my favorite recipes from my third cookbook, Vegan Slow Cooking for Two or Just You. It’s full of good-for-you ingredients and it takes very little hands on time.

The black-eyed peas cook down in your 1 1/2 to 2 quart slow cooker into a thick stew as they meld with the Cajun seasoning and veggies to create a New Orleans–inspired Sloppy Joe.

Sloppy Black-Eyed Peas for the New Year!

Photo by Kate Lewis

These Sloppy Black-Eyed Peas are one of my favorite recipes from my third cookbook, Vegan Slow Cooking for Two or Just You. It’s full of good-for-you ingredients and it takes very little hands on time.

The black-eyed peas cook down in your 1 1/2 to 2 quart slow cooker into a thick stew as they meld with the Cajun seasoning and veggies to create a New Orleans–inspired Sloppy Joe.

It’s great inside a bun or ladled over an open-faced bun.  Millet has a slightly sweet taste an...

Peanut Butter Cup Popcorn from DIY Vegan

I’m excited to bring you a recipe for Peanut Butter Cup Popcorn today. It’s from Nicole Axworthy’s and Lisa Pitman’s first book, DIY Vegan. I got to meet both of the authors a few years ago at a class, and they are delightful.

Nicole did all the photography herself, and it will make your mouth water. I love to make staples so this is a book after my own heart.

The first chapter is all about the ingredients you’ll want to keep in your pantry to make the staples. It’s detailed enough that you...

Potato Adobo Tamales from Vegan Tamales Unwrapped

Photo by Dora Stone

You know I’ve been diving into the world of Mexican cuisine, and that’s created my love for tamales. Dora Stone’s blog, Dora’s Table, is a wonderful source of inspiration. She’s a CIA trained chef and grew up in Mexico – and she’s vegan too.

While it can be hard to find vegan tamales in traditional Mexican restaurants near me, they are easier to make than you’d think.

Dora’s new e-book, Vegan Tamales Unwrapped, gives you pages of step by step instructions and tons of photo...

Vegan Hot White Chocolate

This vegan hot white chocolate is thick, rich and pretty much unforgettable. It has simple flavors, but the vanilla is important so don’t forget it like I did in batch two. I kept wondering why it was bland, sigh. It’s been that kind of…well…winter.

Is Starbuck’s White Hot Chocolate Vegan?

It is not and most white chocolate syrups have dairy in them too.

Can This Be Made Oil-Free?

I have to tell you the truth, this is the opposite of fat-free. If you are on a fat-free eating plan try leaving...