Sarah Milen 
I still remember the first time I tasted sticky toffee pudding at a tiny café in Cornwall – that rich, gooey sauce soaked into the warm sponge had me hooked instantly. When I went vegan, I knew I had to recreate that magic without dairy. After countless experiments (and a few hilarious disasters), I finally … Read more
You know those mornings when you wake up to half a pan of leftover cinnamon rolls staring at you from the counter? That’s exactly how this cinnamon roll bread pudding was born in my kitchen. I couldn’t stand the thought of wasting those slightly stale but still delicious rolls, so I did what any desperate … Read more
Oh my gosh, you have to try these maple pecan bars – they’re my absolute favorite treat to whip up when I’m craving something sweet but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. That buttery shortbread crust combined with the sticky, maple-kissed pecan topping? Pure heaven! I first made these vegan maple pecan bars … Read more
You know those mornings when you need a little sunshine in your life? That’s exactly when I reach for my favorite lemon blueberry loaf cake recipe. The first time I made it was pure accident – I had a pint of blueberries about to go bad and half a lemon sitting lonely on my counter. … Read more
There’s something magical about pulling a bubbling apple cranberry crisp out of the oven—the warm cinnamon scent filling the kitchen, the tart cranberries peeking through that golden oat topping. This dessert takes me straight back to childhood Thanksgivings at my aunt’s house, where we’d sneak spoonfuls of the still-too-hot filling when no one was looking. … Read more
Oh, honey, let me tell you about my absolute favorite fall dessert – this spiced sweet potato pie that’s been stealing the show at our family gatherings for decades! That first bite of creamy, warmly spiced filling nestled in a flaky, buttery crust? Pure magic. I’ve been perfecting this recipe since my grandma first handed … Read more
There’s something magical about a classic vegan pumpkin pie that just feels like home. That first slice with its creamy, spiced filling and flaky crust takes me right back to my grandma’s kitchen every Thanksgiving. I remember sneaking spoonfuls of the filling as a kid when she wasn’t looking – though mine is dairy-free now, … Read more
You know those days when only the creamiest, most comforting food will do? That’s exactly when I turn to my favorite creamy vegan scalloped potatoes. I’m serious – this dish is so rich and satisfying, you won’t even miss the dairy! It all started when my cousin came for Thanksgiving and couldn’t have traditional scalloped … Read more
Oh, let me tell you about my garlic and dill oven fries obsession! It all started when I ran out of my usual rosemary one lazy Sunday and threw together what I had left in the spice cabinet. The moment that garlicky, herby aroma hit my kitchen, I knew I’d stumbled onto something magical. These … Read more
Oh, this savory broccoli rice casserole—it’s the dish that saved my sanity on more weeknights than I can count! Picture this: creamy rice, tender broccoli, and melty cheese all baked together in one glorious, golden pan. It’s the kind of comfort food that makes everyone at the table sigh with happiness. I first discovered this … Read more