Recipes Archive

Austrian Sacher Torte

Today is National Sacher Torte Day! The Sacher Torte was invented in 1832 by Franz Sacher, a 16-year-old apprentice to pastry chef. Austrian Prince Wenzel von Metternich sent orders to the kitchen to create a new cake to impress several important guests. The head chef had fallen ill, and

West African Vegetable Stew

Brimming with vegetables, this flavorful stew from Robin Robertson‘s Nut Butter Universe is especially good served over rice or couscous or with coarse whole grain bread. Like most stews, this one tastes even better the second day, so make it ahead. The crops of peanuts (or groundnuts), sweet potatoes (or

Spicy Walnut Green Beans

If you’re still looking for a side dish recipe for Thanksgiving, this dish from  Robin Robertson‘s Nut Butter Universe is sure to please everyone, and it provides a nice kick to your holiday plate. If you don’t want the heat of the red pepper flakes, you omit them.  

Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Almond Butter

  This colorful dish from Robin Robertson‘s Nut Butter Universe is both a creative way to serve sweet potatoes and a flavorful dish that would be welcome at any Thanksgiving table. Almond butter provides both a creamy richness to the dressing and toasted almonds add a nice crunch.   Ingredients: 1

Virtual Vegan Potluck: Deep-Dish Caramel Apple Pie

Picture it: a tender, nutty crust and crumble topping, surrounding caramel-coated apple slices kissed with cinnamon, all gently warmed in the dehydrator or oven. In other words, autumnal heaven. This Deep-Dish Caramel Apple Pie from  Practically Raw Desserts by Amber Shea Crawley is perfect for Thanksgiving dessert or just for

Smooth and Sassy Guacamole for National Spicy Guacamole Day

Most of the U.S. is gearing up for their big Thanksgiving dinner, but we thought we’d take a little time out from our holiday planning to celebrate National Spicy Guacamole Day. Avocados might not be the first food that comes to mind when we think of November

Stuffed Squash with Brazil Nuts and Pistachios

This recipe from Robin Robertson‘s Nut Butter Universe makes a great main dish for Thanksgiving. Use a dense, sweet, orange-fleshed squash such as buttercup, acorn, or kabocha for the best results. Different nuts of your choice may be substituted for the Brazil nuts and pistachios. Top with your favorite

Pecan Shortbread Cookies

There’s something quintessentially autumn about the combination of maple syrup and pecans. These Pecan Shortbread Cookies from  Practically Raw Desserts by Amber Shea Crawley are crisp on the outside, tender on the inside and perfect for fall snacking. With only four ingredients, you could practically make these with your eyes closed! Ingredients: 2 cups dry

Salted Tahini Caramels

If you think that raw desserts are just summer, think again! Practically Raw Desserts by Amber Shea Crawley is chock full of delicious dairy-free indulgences that are perfect for fall treats and holiday season sweets. What could be better to serve Thanksgiving guests than a Deep Dish Caramel Apple

Curried Almond Sweet Potato Soup

This soup from Robin Robertson‘s Nut Butter Universe has it all: great taste, vibrant color, and the creamy goodness of almond butter. For this recipe, Robin uses Frontier brand organic curry powder, a heady blend of coriander, turmeric, cumin, mustard, fenugreek, cardamom, nutmeg, red pepper, cinnamon, and