Author: Alisa Fleming

Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.

These creamy miso garlic mashed potatoes are a delicious twist on traditional mashed potatoes comes from the kitchen at Whole Foods. Special Diet Notes: Miso Garlic Mashed Potatoes By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. Miso Garlic Mashed Potatoes Print Author: Alisa Fleming Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 bulb garlic, unpeeled ½ teaspoon olive oil 2 lbs potatoes (Russets or Yukon Gold), rinsed and quartered ¾ teaspoon salt ¾ to 1 cup plain unsweetened dairy-free milk beverage 2 tablespoons miso paste sea salt, to taste black pepper, to taste chives or…

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This green bean casserole recipe was published with the Quad City Times. Special Diet Notes: Green Bean Casserole 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. Green Bean Casserole Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients 1 can French-cut green beans 1½ canisters vegan French-fried onions 1½ cups dairy-free milk beverage 1 cube veggie bouillon (if not vegan, may use chicken bouillon) ⅔ tablespoon corn starch mixed with 2-3 tablespoons cold water to use as a thickener ½ medium onion, diced 1 carrot, diced ¾ cup chopped mushrooms (button, crimini or…

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This vegan turkey loaf recipe originated with the Weimar Institute of Health & Education. Special Diet Notes: Vegan Turkey Loaf By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, nut-free, peanut-free, vegan, plant-based, vegetarian. Vegan “Turkey” Loaf Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients ½ cup onion, chopped 1 cup whole-grain bread crumbs 1 ½ pounds firm tofu ½ cup parsley, chopped 2 stalks celery, fine chop 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning ½ cup chopped water chestnuts 3 tablespoons soy sauce Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix all ingredients together. Press mixture into a loaf pan that has been coated with…

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This simplest pumpkin pie recipe originated with the Weimar Institute of Health & Education. Special Diet Notes: Simplest Pumpkin Pie By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, nut-free, peanut-free,  vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. For gluten-free: use a gluten-free pie crust such as Wholly Wholesome Crusts. Simplest Pumpkin Pie Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients 14 oz. firm tofu (for a creamier texture use Silken) ¾ cup real maple syrup Pumpkin pie spice (desired amount) 1 teaspoon vanilla ½ teaspoon salt 1 pinch turmeric (optional) 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling) 1 unbaked non-dairy 9″ pie…

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A special breakfast treat on winter weekends is practically required.  This No-Butter Scones recipe was originally shared with us from the Desert Modernism blog. Special Diet Notes: No-Butter Scones By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, peanut-free, soy-free, vegetarian, and optionally nut-free. No-Butter Scones Print Author: Contributed Serves: 6 Ingredients 2 egg whites ⅓ cup canola oil ½ cup sugar ½ cup dairy-free milk beverage 1 teaspoon almond extract ½ teaspoon almond or vanilla extract ¼ cup plain dairy-free yogurt 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda 2¼ cup flour ½ cup dried cherries Instructions Preheat oven…

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A soufflé is a baked egg-based dish that originated in eighteenth century France. It contains egg yolks for richness and whipped egg whites for lift. Most soufflé recipes contain milk, cream, or cheese, but they don’t need to. This pumpkin soufflé for example, is completely dairy-free! It’s rich not only from the eggs, but also from the smooth consistency of pumpkin. The recipe was shared with us by a reader way back in 2006, but we’ve since given the post an update. Special Diet Notes: Paleo Pumpkin Soufflé By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, soy-free,…

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This is not so much a recipe, but a delicious hack for dairy-free instant pudding! 4.5 from 2 reviews Instant Pudding Print Author: Alisa Fleming Serves: 2-3 Ingredients 1 4oz box of instant pudding mix (dairy free flavor of choice) 1 cup vanilla or plain dairy-free milk beverage Instructions Follow the directions on the box, using just one cup of dairy-free milk in place of all of the milk. Refrigerate for at least one hour. 3.5.3229  

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This Cheese-Like Sauce is a unique blend of flavors and comes from a contributor to All Recipes. Special Diet Note: Cheese-Like Sauce By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, peanut-free, vegan, plant-based, vegetarian, and optionally nut-free. Cheese-Like Sauce Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons margarine 1 clove garlic, chopped ½ small onion, chopped ¼ head cauliflower, broken into small florets 2 tablespoons miso paste ⅔ cup nutritional yeast 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar (optional) ¼ cup diced roasted red pepper (optional) 2 teaspoons cornstarch ¼ cup dairy-free milk beverage, room temperature…

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Ener-G bread loaves were some of the first gluten-free and allergy-friendly bread options on the market. I often describe this company as a functional brand. They offer different varieties of breads for nearly every dietary need, including sodium-free, low protein, phenylalanine-free, high fiber, preservative-free, and more. But this company doesn’t fall victim to food trends, nor do they waste money on excessive marketing. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I saw a promotion of any kind from Ener-G. And product changes are slow and methodical. That said, over the decades, the Ener-G Bread line has seen some additions…

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This kale pinwheels recipe was shared with us by Meatout Mondays. They adapted it from VegHawaii. It’s a tortilla pinwheel snack that’s high in dairy-free minerals, and is quite versatile. You can add other vegetables (like roasted red pepper) or protein (like baked tofu). You can also swap the mustard with your favorite dairy-free cream cheese alternative, cashew “cheese”, or hummus. Photo from the Vegetarian Society of Hawaii. Special Diet Notes: Kale Pinwheels By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. For gluten-free kale pinwheels, use your favorite gluten-free or grain-free tortillas.…

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Special Diet Notes: Zucchini Spinach Lasagne By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. Zucchini Spinach Lasagne Print Author: Alisa Fleming Serves: 8-10 Ingredients 1 recipe cashew pimiento cheese sauce 9 lasagna noodles 1 cup chopped onion ½ cup chopped green pepper 1 cup raw spinach 2 medium zucchini, sliced, raw 16 oz. stewed tomatoes 8 oz. tomato sauce 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon basil ¼ teaspoon oregano Instructions Cook noodles until just beginning to soften. Saute onion and pepper until tender. Add zucchini, tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, basil and oregano and…

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We aren’t sure where this Cashew Pimiento Cheese Sauce Recipe came from, but we like the sounds of it! It is recommended for use with the Zucchini Spinach Lasagne recipe. Special Diet Notes: Cashew Pimiento Cheese Sauce By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. 4.0 from 1 reviews Cashew Pimiento Cheese Sauce Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients 1 cup raw cashews 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons onion powder 2-1/2 cups water 4 oz jar of pimientos 2 teaspoons of salt ⅛ teaspoon of garlic powder Instructions Whiz above ingredients in…

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This simple Chocolate Silk Pie recipe comes from the About.com author for Vegetarian Cuisine , Jolinda Hackett. Special Diet Notes: Chocolate Silk Pie By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. For peanut-free: sub in almond or cashew butter. For nut-free: sub in Sunbutter or other favorite seed butter and use a suitable dairy-free milk (coconut, rice, etc) Chocolate Silk Pie Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients 1 (12-ounce) package firm silken tofu ½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (like Enjoy Life brand) ½ cup peanut butter 2 tablespoon dairy-free milk beverage 1 pre-made pie crust…

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This healthy nacho cheez sauce has a Mexican food appeal and comes from Chef Alex Bury. Special Diet Notes: Healthy Nacho Cheez Sauce By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. Healthy Nacho Cheez Sauce Print Author: Chef Alex Bury Ingredients 1 cup flour 1 cup nutritional yeast 2 teaspoon salt and ½ tsp pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 2 cups water ½ cup safflower oil 1 tablespoon wet mustard 1 tablespoon cider vinegar Instructions Mix dry ingredients well, with a whisk in a heavy sauce pot. Whisk in water and oil.…

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Tofutti has a non-hydrogenated Better than Cream Cheese which we highly recommend (look for the yellow label).  Most of their cheese alternatives contain hydrogenated oils, but lately they have released non-hydrogenated versions of the Better Than Cream Cheese and sour cream. This simple cream cheese icing recipe came from “Elegant Dairy-Free Entertaining” by Patricia Morales Fine. It’s simple, sweet, and perfect for cakes and cupcakes! Special Diet Notes: Cream Cheese Icing By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. Cream Cheese Icing Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients 16 oz. Tofutti brand Better…

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Special Diet Notes: Cheezy Tofu Spread with Pine Nuts By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, peanut-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. Cheezy Tofu Spread with Pine Nuts (Vegan, Gluten-Free) Print The recipe comes from “The Nut Gourmet” by Zel Allen, however, it was the Vegetarian Kitchen blog that brought it to our attention with their review. Author: Zel Allen Serves: 2 cups Ingredients 1 pound extra-firm tofu ½ cup pine nuts 3 tablespoons unsweetened dairy-free milk beverage 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon nutritional yeast flakes 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1½ teaspoons red miso 1…

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This simple vegan fudge is made with healthy ingredients, but tastes so rich and decadent. How to mix up your vegan fudge: Mint chocolate: add 1/8-1/4 tsp peppermint extract Berry: swirl in a handful of chopped berries Coconut: mix in a few tablespoons of shredded coconut Nut butter: omit the cocoa powder Special Diet Notes: Vegan Fudge By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. Optionally peanut-free. Vegan Fudge Print Author: Alisa Fleming Ingredients ½ cup unsalted almonds ground up to fine powder in coffee grinder or almond meal (available at…

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Dr. Fuhrman, author of the recent publications “Eat to Live” and “Disease-Proof Your Child: Feeding Kids Right” suggested this Orange Cashew Dressing recipe to experiment with.  Though it is light on sugar and oil free, there is no shortage of flavorful ingredients… Special Diet Notes: Orange Cashew Dressing By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. 2.0 from 1 reviews Orange Cashew Dressing Print Author: Alisa Fleming Serves: 4-6 Ingredients 2 peeled navel oranges ¼ cup orange juice ¼ cup raw cashews 2 tbsp. of blood orange vinegar or pear…

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Trader Joe’s is our weekly go-to store. It’s fun and affordable, so we use it for staple foods and to try new foods. Most of their products are OE manufactured. This means that someone else makes the product, but the Trader Joe’s name goes on it. That said, they are fantastic at sourcing interesting foods from all over the world. These stores are smaller than your typical grocer, but they pack a lot in. They have full sections for produce, meat and alternatives, frozen foods, pantry foods, household goods, and alcohol (in most states). Because they have a natural focus,…

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Back in 2006, a report published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine indicated that drinking cherry juice might help to relieve those sore “weekend warrior” muscles. Researchers at the University of Vermont in Burlington ran a small study on muscle recovery.  Participants drank either apple juice or a cherry-apple juice combination during a one-week exercise program. The apple juice guzzlers had a 22 percent loss in muscle strength. But the cherry juicers had only a 4 percent loss in muscle strength, and actually gained muscle strength after 96 hours.  Likewise, the cherry juice was more successful than the apple juice in pain reduction.  The…

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