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dry-fried and marinated tofu, ready to be added to a stir-fry88

How to Cook Tofu Like the Pros: Dry-fry and Marinate Method

by Melissa Ray Davis

If you are a vegetarian, you know it well--tofu disaster, slimy tofu dishes where the tofu has disintegrated into a flavorless mush. How do restaurants do it? My special method uses dry-frying and marinating, resulting in firm, flavorful tofu that leaves even meat-eaters impressed. published 12 months ago

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vegan chocolate cake with vegan chocolate frosting69

Vegan Chocolate Frosting Recipe

by Melissa Ray Davis

This vegan chocolate frosting is sweet (but not too sweet), chocolaty, spreads well, and is completely vegan. It complements my vegan chocolate cake recipe. published 5 months ago

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tortellini salad with artichoke hearts, olives, and cherry tomatoes72

Tortellini Salad Recipe with Artichoke Hearts, Olives, and Cherry Tomatoes

by Melissa Ray Davis

This incredibly easy to prepare pasta salad is a perfect dish for a potluck or just dinner on a hot summer night. The cheese-stuffed tortellini wonderfully complements the fresh flavor of the cherry tomatoes and banana peppers, and the unique taste of artichoke hearts, olives, and pesto round out the dish perfectly; it is simply bursting with flavor. published 9 months ago

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vegetarian Tikka Masala with potato, cabbage, and peas69

Vegetarian Tikka Masala Recipe with Potato, Cabbage, and Peas

by Melissa Ray Davis

Tikka Masala has been described as Britain's national food after a survey found that it was the most-ordered restaurant dish in the country. This vegetarian adaptation is very addictive; the potatoes, tomatoes, and cabbage compliment each other well and the creamy sauce gives a rich, smooth taste. published 4 months ago

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this vegan chocolate cake has a wonderful moist and fluffy texture75

Vegan Chocolate Cake Recipe

by Melissa Ray Davis

This vegan chocolate cake recipe is wonderfully fluffy and moist. It is so good that even though I am no longer strictly vegan, my whole family prefers it to all of the other traditional (non-vegan) cake recipes that we have tried. published 5 months ago

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roasted red peppers73

How to Make Roasted Red Peppers

by Melissa Ray Davis

Most people just buy roasted red peppers in a jar when a recipe calls for them, but this delicious ingredient can be easily prepared fresh at home. Use these easy step by step instructions to learn how to make roasted red peppers. published 11 months ago

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Grilled Portobello Mushroom Sandwich with Roasted Red Pepper73

Grilled Portobello Mushroom Sandwich with Roasted Red Pepper Recipe

by Melissa Ray Davis

These portobello mushroom sandwiches are a perfect alternative to veggie burgers. The roasted red pepper, provolone cheese, and pesto are a perfect flavor combination, and it is still quite juicy and flavorful after grilling. published 9 months ago

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homemade mustard potato salad using russet potatoes and hardboiled eggs67

Homemade Mustard Potato Salad Recipe

by Melissa Ray Davis

This American-style mustard potato salad recipe uses soft and tender boiled russet potatoes, hardboiled eggs, sweet pickle relish, mayonnaise, and mustard for a sweet and creamy traditional taste with a little spicy bite to it. It can be served cold as a side dish to all sorts of meals, and goes especially well with barbecue, hotdogs, burgers, or sandwiches. published 4 months ago

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Tandoori chicken prepared for a potluck81

Tandoori Chicken Recipe and History

by Melissa Ray Davis

Tandoori Chicken is an Indian dish--incredibly tender, juicy chicken with a crisp smokiness and the exotic flavors of toasted cumin and coriander, garlic and ginger. This article gives a recipe and history of the dish. published 8 months ago

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cheesy spaghetti squash with veggie sausage68

Cheesy Spaghetti Squash with Veggie Sausage Recipe

by Melissa Ray Davis

This is a very unusual recipe that surprised me with how well it turned out. The spaghetti squash, soy sausage, and cheese are quite hearty, warm, and filling, but because the main ingredient is squash and it uses fresh parsley, it is a very fresh tasting dish with a stimulating crispy, crunchy texture. published 5 months ago

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