What to Cook This January

Let’s hear it for the New Year! Last year, I launched a redesigned website that was years in the making, got back into the groove with publishing recipes regularly, and quietly retested and reworked the oldest recipes on the blog. Many of those will get new photos soon. I’m always determined to make Cookie and … Read more

Creamy Baked Cabbage Steaks | COOKTORIA

Mar 3, 2025 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links These Creamy Baked Cabbage Steaks are a delicious and healthy low-carb meal option. Learn how to prepare them and incorporate them into your diet for a filling and satisfying meal. Creamy Baked Cabbage Steaks: A Deliciously Simple and Versatile Dish Cabbage is … Read more

Roasted Parsnip Soup – Plant-Based on a Budget

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Creamy, nutty, and lightly spiced, this Roasted Parsnip Soup transforms simple ingredients into a cozy, flavorful bowl perfect for Fall/Winter. + It’s gluten-free and vegan! Why You’ll Love This Recipe I’ll admit, as fall rolls around, I’m often so focused on ingredients like pumpkin and sweet … Read more

10 Vegan Holiday Appetizers That Will Wow Your Guests

Larissa and I absolutely LOVE the holiday season—family, friends, amazing food, and, of course, cheering for our favorite football team (go Cowboys!). And while the Dallas Cowboys may not be everyone’s favorite team, I think it’s a safe bet that everyone has a favorite holiday appetizer (or two…or three!). This episode of the Vegetarian Zen … Read more

Orange & Black Sesame Cookies

A while back, I embarked on a baking marathon and made cookies from a bunch of recipes that I had bookmarked for months. I baked a wide range of cookies from some of my favorite food writers, including a few gluten-free cookies and savory ones: Clockwise from top left: mantecaditos with sprinkles, gochujang caramel cookies, … Read more

Creamy Overnight Quinoa Pudding (Healthy Breakfast Fix!)

Overnight quinoa pudding is the perfect recipe for those busy mornings when you have no time to cook but still want a healthy, nutritious breakfast. This quinoa breakfast pudding is prepared with cooked quinoa and milk, plus chia seeds for thickness. It’s a bit like chia pudding with quinoa in! To make it, simply leave … Read more

Easy Nut Roast (just mix + bake!)

When it comes to vegetarian dishes for Christmas, it’s hard to beat a traditional British nut roast. It’s such a classic vegetarian dish here in the UK – in fact, it’s probably considered pretty retro these days. But there’s a reason the nut roast has stood the test of time. It makes a perfect vegetarian … Read more

Healthy Pumpkin Cheesecake – Healthy Seasonal Recipes

If you’re craving a rich and creamy pumpkin cheesecake but you don’t want all the calories, you have found the perfect fall dessert! My Healthy Pumpkin Cheesecake has only 267 calories per slice. There’s 17 grams LESS fat than the Cheesecake Factory’s Pumpkin Cheesecake. Plus today’s recipe has the added bonus of 9 grams of … Read more