Vegan

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Chai Latte w/ Vanilla Ice

Flavored ice cubes are a fun way to infuse flavor in iced drinks so they don't get watered down and lose their flavor. Experiment with different flavors like citrus zest and different flavored extracts.

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Mini Pumpkin Pies

Filled with creamy pumpkin and holiday spices, this mini pie is a true delight!

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Risotto-Stuffed Mushrooms

Risotto is slightly time consuming, but this beautiful appetizer is worth the extra time!

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Lasagna with Pesto Cashew Cheeze

This is a simple homemade lasagna that makes use of store-bought staples like marinara sauce and pre-made pesto.

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Minestrone Soup

A classic Italian soup that makes an easy weeknight dinner.

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Manicotti with Pesto Cashew Cheeze

Manicotti is a gorgeous stuffed pasta meal. If manicotti seems too difficult, make the lasagna variation found below in the Recipe Links.

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Savory Barley Stew

Barley stew is soothing and nourishing to the stomach and digestive system and rich in fiber and minerals.

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Braised Brussels Sprouts & Kale

Use lacinato kale for it’s deep blue-green color and superb flavor.
Traditionally used in Italian cooking for centuries, the name
‘dinosaur kale’ is also used because of the texture of the leaves.

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Fresh Cranberry Spritzer

A festive holiday beverage to enjoy a toast with friends; sweet apples work best rather than tart for this drink.

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Vegan Mousakka (Eggplant Casserole)

Mousakka, a traditional Greek dish, features layers of vegetables, a spicy red sauce, and a creamy white sauce.