Cathy Fisher
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Kickstarter >> The Straight Up Food Cookbook by Cathy Fisher
Delicious and easy plant-based cooking without salt, oil or sugar! → Read More
Pumpkin Pie Squares
These pumpkin squares are easier to make than pumpkin pie, and they are firm enough to be eaten as finger food. They are great by themselves, or add a bit of Macadamia-Vanilla Frosting for a little “happy holidays.” From straightupfood.com... Read more → Read More
Vegan Broccoli Soup Recipe
This hearty vegan broccoli soup not only tastes great, but it’s easy to make! → Read More
Mushroom-Basil Au Gratin
This dish is based on traditional au gratin potatoes, but without the cheese, milk, butter or flour. And along with the potatoes, thin layers of mushrooms and onions are stacked with chard and fresh basil. A few cashews make the... Read more → Read More
Blackberry-Peach Cobbler
Blackberries and peaches are in season, and they make a perfect pair for a summertime cobbler. Traditional cobblers rely on refined sugar, butter, and cow’s milk, but these ingredients aren’t missed at all in this dish, in favor of dates,... Read more → Read More
Curried French Lentils
This is one of my favorite go-to meals. It’s easy to prepare, all in one pot, and is very flavorful and satisfying. It can be eaten alone as a stew, over some brown jasmine rice, or ladled into steamed corn... Read more → Read More
Baked French Fries & Ketchup
Try these baked, oil-free french-fries and ketchup which are a tasty delight! The ketchup can also be used on veggie burgers or a potato scramble, and will keep for up to 10 days in the refrigerator. From straightupfood.com Instructions:... Read more → Read More
Vegan Enchilada Casserole
Filling and flavorful, this enchilada casserole is easier to make than enchiladas, since you don’t need to roll the tortillas or make a separate sauce. → Read More
Breakfast Burrito Bake
Despite “breakfast” being in the title, this makes an ideal breakfast, lunch or dinner meal. Grated potatoes are added to the vegetables and beans to give some “grip” to the dish, and more grated potatoes mixed with a little nutritional... Read more → Read More
Raw Apple Crumble Recipe
This raw apple crumble dessert is easier and faster to make than an apple pie or crisp, and it requires no baking. → Read More
Blueberry Muffins
Lemon zest and cardamom give these Blueberry Muffins their amazing flavor and aroma. Oat and millet flours produce a muffin that is hearty and filling, and dates and applesauce lend sweetness and moistness without the use of sugar and oil.... Read more → Read More
Split Pea & Yam Soup
Sweet yams and earthy greens add a new level of excitement to traditional split pea soup. This recipe is very easy to make and yields a large pot of soup, perfect for a family dinner or lunches for the week. From... Read more → Read More
Kichadi
Kichadi is an East Indian comfort food that features rice and lentils (or split peas), and a variety of spices and vegetables. The combination of herbs and spices will fill your kitchen with a wonderful fragrance, and reward your tongue... Read more → Read More
Quinoa Curry Bowl
This quick and easy dish uses “stir-fry” frozen vegetables, along with fresh ginger and garlic. Frozen veggies have come a long way, and they can be a healthy and delicious meal addition. Look for 100% vegetables without any added salt or oil. → Read More
Creamy Mushroom Gravy
This gravy is delicious with Mashed Potatoes or Lentil & Rice Loaf. It’s rich and flavorful even without the typical processed ingredients found in vegan gravies, such as soy sauce, non-dairy butter, flour, and cornstarch. From straightupfood.com Instructions: Place the... Read more → Read More
Basic Mashed Potatoes
Just thinking about mashed potatoes makes me swoon—they’re so fluffy and belly-pleasing, mmm. But what’s not pleasing is all the butter, milk and cream that is typically added. Below you’ll find an easy recipe for basic dairy-free mashed potatoes. From... Read more → Read More
Vegan Lentil Loaf Recipe
This flavorful lentil loaf is perfect for anytime you want a hearty main dish. It is delicious topped with creamy mushroom gravy! → Read More
Macadamia-Vanilla Frosting
This frosting has a somewhat maple flavor to it. You can use it right after making it, or if you want to use a cake decorating tip (like in the top photo), put the frosting in the refrigerator for 30... Read more → Read More