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I try to cook from scratch as much as possible, rather than relying on store-bought items like non-dairy milk and nut butters. Here are my staple recipes that you’ll find linked from more complicated dishes throughout The Veggie Table.

Also see cooking tips for advice on peeling tomatoes, cleaning leeks, soaking beans, and lots more!

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How to Make Flax Eggs Ⓥ

You can use "flax eggs" in place of eggs in any baked recipe like cakes, muffins, and cookies.
Cooking Tips / Flexible Recipes / Gourmet Recipes / Raw / Staple Recipes / Vegan Recipes

How to Make Vegan Cheese Ⓥ

There are some good vegan cheeses available at the store, but since they are often expensive and/or full of preservatives, it's nice to have the option to make your own. Read on for tips on setting up your vegan cheese-making kitchen.
Hummus
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Hummus Ⓥ

Hummus, or houmous, is an Eastern Mediterranean dip, very common in Lebanon, Egypt, and a number of other countries. A heavenly blend of chickpeas, garlic...
Italian Recipes / Quickies / Sauces / Staple Recipes / Vegan Recipes

Italian Tomato Sauce Ⓥ

This is my version of marinara, an Italian tomato sauce recipe I've been making forever. It works equally well with pasta, lasagna, eggplant, and pizza.
American Recipes / Condiments & Dressings / Kids' Recipes / Quickies / Staple Recipes / Vegan Recipes

Ketchup

Why buy preservative-rich tomato ketchup (or catsup) at the store when you can make a healthier and tastier version at home?
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Mashed Potatoes Ⓥ

Mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. They're quick and easy and the soft texture makes me feel like a kid. They're also a great base for all kinds of variations like garlic mashed potatoes and herby mashed potatoes.
Breads & Grains / Easy Recipes / Quickies / Raw / Staple Recipes / Vegan Recipes

Oat Flour Ⓥ

Whether you're gluten-free or just enjoy cooking with specialty flours, you can save money by grinding your own with a high-speed blender.
Oat milk
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Oat Milk Ⓥ

Oat milk is one of the easiest non-dairy milks to make.
Condiments & Dressings / Quickies / Staple Recipes / Vegan Recipes

Parmesan Sprinkles Ⓥ

This is a terrific vegan parmesan "cheese" made from nutritional yeast and toasted sesame seeds.
Asian Recipes / Classic Recipes / Easy Recipes / Flexible Recipes / Kids' Recipes / Quickies / Sauces / Staple Recipes / Vegan Recipes

Peanut Sauce Ⓥ

Peanut sauce is always good, and this particular recipe is also very quick and simple.

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