Vegan

Gingerbread Cake
A flavorful vegan version of classic gingerbread cake. Add the Spiced Molasses Frosting for a beautiful dessert.

Soy-Braised Kabocha
Peeling kabocha is no easy task! You can cut the squash in sections, then cut away the skin with a paring knife. For even easier peeling, you can boil the kabocha whole for 5 minutes. After drying thoroughly, use a vegetable peeler or a paring knife.

Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookies
Tahini adds a rich, nutty flavor to these simple cookies. Using a butter knife, stir tahini before measuring - it has a tendency to separate. Add or substitute raisins or nuts.

Warm Wheat Berry Salad
Hearty, tasty and nutritious wheat berries form the base for this filling salad. You can also substitute garbanzos or white beans for the grains.

Soba with Miso-Tahini Sauce
This recipe with hearty buckwheat noodles, mixed vegetables and a creamy sauce makes for a fast, wholesome meal.

Beets and Greens Sauté
Beets are related to chard, and the greens can be used in the same way. Enjoy the beet greens and roots in this dish, and save the stems for your <a href="http://www.downtoearth.org/recipes/main-courses/homemade-vegetable-broth">Homemade Broth.</a>

Homemade Vegetable Broth
Homemade broth is a great addition to your kitchen! Use it in soups, sauces, and for cooking rice and grains.