There is no greater comfort food than mac and cheese, and I find that so many of the pre-made options just aren't on the same level. Either the sauce isn't even cheesy, or it has this odd grainy texture to it which does take away from the 'comfort' side of the meal. I have been … Continue reading Easy vegan mac and cheese
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Easy vegan recipe recommendations
Daily writing promptWhat's one small improvement you can make in your life?View all responses Whilst I think my diet is pretty good, I am aware that I rely on processed foods quite heavily. I am slowly learning to cook new recipes, but I find that cooking takes up a lot of time, especially whilst I … Continue reading Easy vegan recipe recommendations
This isn’t bacon lardons
I am trying to cook some new recipes and have been experimenting with a few I have found online. I saw that THIS has released quite a few new products recently, and I had a craving for a carbonara and thought that these bacon lardons would be the perfect addition. The packet comes as two … Continue reading This isn’t bacon lardons
This isn’t bacon lardons
Where to begin with these. I am not sure how new these are but they have only just come into stock at my local supermarket. Overall, the 'This isn't' range tends to be pretty good - it has a good texture and flavour and is one of the more affordable brands on the market. So … Continue reading This isn’t bacon lardons
Easiest vegan baking hack
Vegan baking is sometimes a very cruel mistress, and there are so many 'hacks' out there that it can be so overwhelming trying to find out which method to go with. I have tried quite a few of them, and have found that this is the easiest one by far. All you need is: Betty … Continue reading Easiest vegan baking hack
FAIL – why does my coconut milk hate me?
This was not pretty. So I saw a recipe online that was vegan chocolate mousse. All you needed was: coconut cream (2 cans worth)caocao powder (2 tablespoons, or however much to your taste) Simples, right? WRONG. Who knew that coconut milk could be such a cruel, cruel mistress? For those who do not know coconut … Continue reading FAIL – why does my coconut milk hate me?
Basic cauliflower steak
I have heard many a vegan rave about cauliflower steak and we finally decided to give it a try! Having never had it before, we kept it super basic and I have to say even the basic version was very yummy. Method Cut your cauliflower into 'steaks' - i.e cut it in half and then … Continue reading Basic cauliflower steak
Vegan Rice Crispy Squares
It is now October, which means it is Halloween! Halloween has always been one of my favourite holidays: bad horror movies, fancy dress, and the official start of Autumn. Big baggy jumpers and cosy nights at home with lots and lots of sweet treats. Henry and I were talking and we realised that I cannot … Continue reading Vegan Rice Crispy Squares
Home made chocolate chip cookies
With lockdown now beginning to ease, flour has now returned to the supermarket shelves! Which means two things: home made cookies and pancakes for dinner! Recipe is: 225g (1 cup) caster sugar 300g (2 cups) plain flour (sifted) 200g (1 cup) of butter melted 100g-200g chocolate or chocolate chips (I used half a crushed up … Continue reading Home made chocolate chip cookies
Home Made Crispy Chips
With more time in lock down, my partner has finally perfected the home made chips! This is his fool proof way to get lovely crispy chips at home using just potatoes. This recipe makes a generous helping for two people, so just amend it as needed if you want more or less going forward. Ingredients: … Continue reading Home Made Crispy Chips
Taylor Talks Vegan 