Welcome to my recipe archive! While the JL Goes Vegan blog is a thing of the past (RIP 2010–2026), I’ve kept a selection of community-favorite recipes alive online for easy access. Looking for more? You can find hundreds of additional plant-based recipes in my published cookbooks.
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Umami Mushrooms and Beans
Savory mushrooms and white beans with leafy greens: A craveable, plant-based recipe packed with flavor (umami!)…
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Spicy Refried Bean Stew
Refried beans are a staple in our house: Delicious on salads and in wraps, they can…
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Roasted Japanese Yams and Tempeh
Roasting makes simple veggies, beans, and tofu or tempeh taste deeply satisfying. Try this Roasted Japanese…
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The Hippie Bowl Formula
Call it what you want: Buddha Bowl, Bliss Bowl, or (if you’re old-school like me) a…
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Marinated Mushroom Sandwich
Simple + FLAVOR! Portobello mushrooms (an umami ingredient!) are thick and meaty and absorb marinade beautifully.
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Cowboy Caviar Mason Jar Salad
My Cowboy Caviar Salad is the perfect example of a balanced mason jar meal—flavor-packed, protein-rich, and…
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Two Vegan Cheese Sauces
Here are two variations of a vegan cheese sauce: one bean-based and one nut-based. Both boast…
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Greens and Grains Soup (from The Complete Plant-Based Diet)
Yes, soup counts as a one pot meal! This hearty bowl includes beans, greens, and grains…
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“Campbell’s” Vegan Vegetable “Beefy” Soup
To recreate a soup I loved as a kid, I used soy curls and mushrooms (and…
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Tofu Meatballs
A few simple ingredients are the base for vegan meatballs that are terrific in pasta dish…