Author: Alisa Fleming

Carrot cake without dairy and eggs can seem tricky, but this vegan carrot bundt cake recipe is remarkably easy. It’s a tender, moist, flavorful cake that rises to the occasion without any egg alternatives, and is topped with a naturally dairy-free glaze. Vegan Carrot Bundt Cake finished with a Sweet Tangerine Glaze This recipe was originally shared with us by Vegetarian Times. We’ve since updated it, and have a few quick ingredient FAQs. Is Sugar Vegan? Some vegans might be concerned about plain old sugar, but most brands are actually vegan-friendly. You can buy an organic sugar to be sure, or…

Alisa Fleming – Sure, why not?  After all, in 1937 National Milk Month was proclaimed for the month of June as a marketing move to push the white stuff.  In 1955, the American Dairy Council took it over and has been running it with sales budgets since.  Last year, the Vegetarian Awareness Network countered Milk Month with what was then called No Dairy Month, with what appears to be no financial motive… Wisely, they took on a more positive approach, renaming the “celebration” to Dairy Alternative Month.  I don’t particularly agree with their choice to combat Milk Month, even going…

When we think of strong bones, calcium and Vitamin D often come to mind.  We seldom acknowledge the many other vitamins and minerals that play a crucial role in bone health.  In fact, it seems scientists are still unraveling the many pieces of the osteoporosis puzzle, and as they do, new “superfoods” emerge. Take the “dried plum” for example.  A study out of Oklahoma State University, indicated that post-menopausal women who consume moderate quantities of prunes (just 12 a day) present increased rates of markers of bone formation.  If the beneficial results continue, dried plums may have the potential to produce clinically significant…

Foods Matter, June 2007 – Professor Anthony Campbell and Dr Stephanie Matthews, who first looked into lactose for Foods Matter several years ago, delve deeper into lactose intolerance and how to structure a low lactose diet. The father of modern medicine, Hippocrates, over 2000 years ago (circa 460 BC) was the first to describe some of the symptoms that can arise if you are sensitive to milk – gut problems and skin itching. But it wasn’t until recently that we understood that, apart from contamination by harmful bacteria such as listeria or TB, there are two quite different medical conditions…

Newman-O’s look jus like classic Oreos, with bright white cream filling enclosed in two distinctive black patterned cookies. But they aren’t just vegan-friendly. They’re also made with organic ingredients and without trans fats or high fructose corn syrup. If you’re still feeling a little guilty about purchasing cookies instead of baking your own, you can justify it as a charitable contribution. Newman’s Own donates 100% of their profits to various charities worldwide. Newman-O’s Creme Filled Cookies are Sweet Vegan Sandwiches Newman O’s have been confusing dairy-free customers for many years. They have a wheat-free dairy-free (now called non-dairy) variety, despite…

Many people are surprised to learn that hazelnut milk isn’t new. In fact, Pacific Foods Hazelnut Milk Beverage has been around for more than 15 years – much longer than many other popular milk alternatives. And it comes in three varieties: a low calorie and sugar-free Unsweetened, pleasantly sweet Original, and indulgent Chocolate. Pacific Foods Hazelnut Milk Beverage comes in Three Everyday Varieties They cover the dietary bases with one very basic, unsweetened version that’s not only dairy-free, but also soy-free and keto-friendly. But they also offer two sweetened varieties that have rich, but delicate flavor. If you’ve tried any…

Equivalent: Use 5 Tablespoons of this substitute plus 2 Tablespoons of oil for every ½ cup of butter in baked goods. Special Diet Notes: Apple-Pear Puree By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian. 5.0 from 1 reviews Apple-Pear Puree – Butter Baking Substitute Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients 2 medium apples, cored, peeled, and cut into chunks 2 medium pears, cored, peeled, and cut into chunks ⅔ cup water 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon lecithin granules (available in most health food stores) Instructions Put all ingredients in a…

Equivalent: 1 cup of Butter in Strong Flavored Desserts Special Diet Notes: Prune Puree By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian. Prune Puree Butter Baking Substitute Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients ½ cup pitted prunes ¼ cup hot water Instructions Puree the prunes and water in a blender until smooth. This will have a strong flavor, and thus is best suited to heavily spiced baked goods (i.e. gingerbread) or chocolate-based desserts. Substitute other dried fruit such as apples, peaches, and apricots for half of the prunes for a flavor…

Equivalent: 1 cup of Sweetened Condensed Milk Ingredients: ¾ cup Silken Tofu ¼ cup Honey Directions: Place the tofu and honey in a blender and process until very smooth.  Cool before using, and store in the refrigerator.

Cans of dairy-free sweetened condensed milk alternatives have begun to pop up in stores. But they’re usually made with coconut, which some might not like, and are quite pricey. They’re also often smaller than the standard 14 ounces. This homemade dairy-free sweetened condensed soymilk is a great alternative that’s easy to make. And since it uses only pantry ingredients and water, you can have the supplies ready at a moments notice! If you an even quicker recipe, or a soy-free option, then see my Instant Dairy-Free Sweetened Condensed Milk Recipe. It’s a variation of the recipe below … Special Diet…

Special Diet Notes: Sweetened Condensed Milk By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, optionally grain-free, nut-free, peanut-free, optionally soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian. Sweetened Condensed Milk I Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients 3 cups soy or rice milk ½ cup white sugar (try evaporated cane sugar for more nutrients) Vanilla extract Salt Instructions Add the soy or rice milk and the sugar to a saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until volume is reduced to 1 cup. Add a few drops of vanilla to taste, and a pinch of salt. Cool before using. May be stored…

Combining cashews and rice makes an ultra creamy dairy-free milk at a more budget-friendly price. It’s easy to whip up and takes just a few minutes. Special Diet Notes: Creamy Rice Milk By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian. Creamy Rice Milk Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients ⅔ cup hot rice 3 cup hot water ⅓ cup cashews 1 teaspoon vanilla ½ teaspoon salt Instructions Blend all ingredients, chill, pour through a cheesecloth or nut milk bag, and serve. Store in the fridge for up to a week Alternatively, let it…

This recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and to the point. Feel free to sweeten it with any sweetener if desired, add a touch of cinnamon, or even add some cocoa powder for a chocolate milk! Special Diet Notes: Quick & Cheap Rice Milk By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian. 5.0 from 1 reviews Quick and Cheap Rice Milk Print Author: Alisa Fleming Serves: 4½ cups Ingredients 1 cup warm/hot rice 4 cups hot water 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (omit the vanilla if utilizing the Rice Milk for savory dishes) Instructions…

This potato milk requires only a small amount of labor, and relatively quick production time. The almonds not only add nutrients, like calcium, they also add richness to give the potato milk body. Special Diet Notes: Potato Milk By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. 5.0 from 3 reviews Potato Milk Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients 3 cups hot/warm water 1 large potato (equal to 1 cup diced) Salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ cup slice almonds 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup to sweeten Instructions Peel and…

There are several ways to make oat milk. This recipe is just a few twists away from my other homemade oat milk recipe. It’s fruit-sweetened (though you can add more sweetener), and you can make it with raw or cooked oats. I like the texture better of raw oat milk, but cooked oat milk has a mellower taste. Non-dairy oat mlk has a pleasant “earthy” flavor that works well in recipes or doused over your morning breakfast cereal. If using it in savory recipes, you may want to omit both the banana and any additional sweetener. Homemade oat milk is…

Making oat milk at home is much easier than you might think. Just a few simple ingredients, and you’ve got an earthy-tasting milk alternative that works in recipes or with breakfast cereal! Like most non-dairy milks, you can customize oat milk to meet your personal tastes and nutritional needs. For recipes, I leave it unsweetened, but for shakes and cereal, a touch of stevia goes over well. You could add your sweetener of choice (agave, honey, maple syrup, or even blend in a date or two!), and even add some cocoa powder (about 1 tablespoon per cup) for chocolate oat milk,…

This chickpea flour pizza is a sampling from the Food Allergy Survival Guide, reprinted with the permission of Jo Stepaniak “This unusual dish is a cross between a pizza and a high-protein flatbread.  It is simple to prepare and tastes amazing.  If you have chickpea flour on hand, it can be on the table in a jiffy.  Serve it with sliced tomatoes, a salad, or a vegetable dish.” Special Diet Notes: Chickpea Flour Pizza By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. Chickpea Flour Pizza Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients…

A sampling from the Food Allergy Survival Guide, reprinted with the permission of Jo Stepaniak “At last, a vegan mayonnaise that is moderately low in fat, healthful, delicious, and soy free!  It also is far less expensive than store-bought vegan mayonnaise, yet it rivals the taste and versatility.  Best of all, you just can’t get any fresher than homemade.  Use this creamy spread anywhere you would use mayonnaise – on sandwiches, in potato and pasta salads, or as a starting point for other sauces and dressings.  You’ll find endless ways to enjoy it, and every time you do you’ll add…

I’m guessing that most of you aren’t strangers to digestive or inflammation issues. Many people go dairy free or begin cutting back on dairy because they are experiencing one or more symptoms in these categories. Diet transitions have helped many, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t slip ups, or that our systems still overreact sometimes. Which is why I like to have some good naturally healing options like this ginger turmeric tea. Turmeric, the golden spice of India, was often referred to as a “poor man’s saffron” in the West. This was no longer the case. In the East, particularly…

We love Amy’s for their dairy-free frozen pizzas, burritos, and cheesy entrees. But did you know they serve breakfast, too? Amy’s Frozen Breakfast Entrees are centered around their organic house-made tofu scrambles, but are served in a few different ways. Amy’s Frozen Breakfast Entrees include these Vegan Scrambles They might look similar, but each of these scrambled breakfast contains different natural seasonings and organic vegetables. Breakfast Scramble In this vegan “American-style” breakfast, Amy’s organic, house-made tofu is scrambled with organic mushrooms, onions and broccoli, and served country-style potatoes and meatless. Ingredients: organic tofu (filtered water, organic soybeans, magnesium chloride), organic…