Just in time for all the lovely leprechauns that are sure to emerge tomorrow... I love St. Patrick's day! I love this stew almost as much. It is ridiculously delicious, deceivingly simple and a must for St. Paddy's day; or...
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Roasted Red Onion and Squash Flatbread
Ellen Sheen | March 10, 11 at 07:58 AM | Food
A perfect and simple addition to pizza night, girls night, night... you name it. Filling and delicious and protein packed from that fantastic zucchini tofu 'ricotta' spread that I love so much. For full recipe and more photos and information, go...
Vegan Corned Beef and Cabbage
Ellen Sheen | March 7, 11 at 07:04 AM | Food
Wow, this one is fantastic. Just perfect for the upcoming holiday and it comes leprechaun free. For full recipe and more photos and information, go here on the La Pure Mama blog. Enjoy!...
Spicy Tu-No Rolls
Ellen Sheen | February 24, 11 at 07:43 AM | Food
Vegan sushi. Oh yeah! So good... seriously! I don't know why I didn't think of it earlier! For full recipe and more photos and information, go here at the La Pure Mama blog. Enjoy!...
Tofu Zucchini Dip
Ellen Sheen | February 22, 11 at 07:40 AM | Food
This dip tastes like it's bad for you... but it's not! A perfect combination of the protein you need and the 'party food' you want. So good and versatile too... stay tuned for a post using this dip in another...
Handmade Vegan Sausages
Ellen Sheen | February 17, 11 at 07:57 AM | Food
Really tasty and surprisingly simple to make. I will definitely be putting these into my meal rotation. The best part? You have control over the flavor of your sausages. Talk about creativity! Give them a try and let me know...
Vegan Macaroni and Cheese
Ellen Sheen | February 14, 11 at 07:18 AM | Food
Happy Valentines day! I have made macaroni and cheese before. A couple times. But I completely branched out this time and invented this version that is hands down the. best. vegan. macaroni and cheese. ever. seriously. For full recipe...
Butternut Squash Red Onion and Kale Pasta
Ellen Sheen | February 13, 11 at 03:10 PM | Food
This is one of those super simple and incredibly flavorful meals. An ideal weekday meal when you don't have a lot of time but want something healthy and flavorful. It's even easier if you buy pre-cut squash! For full...
Banana Pecan Coconut Muffins
Ellen Sheen | January 27, 11 at 07:53 AM | Food
Oh my gosh, these are ridiculously delicious. So delicious in fact, I ate three right when they came out of the oven. Highly recommended by moms, kids, teachers and neighbors... I shared! For full recipe and more photos and...
Vegan Black Bean Brownies
Ellen Sheen | January 23, 11 at 12:28 PM | Food
At first I thought it was a mythical unicorn. But no, it actually exists. And it is amazing and so incredibly easy to make! For full recipe and more photos and information, go here at the La Pure Mama blog!...
Seitan Roast
Ellen Sheen | December 30, 10 at 08:01 AM | Food
The 'meat and potatoes' meal for non meat eaters. The roast is fantastic alongside some roasted potatoes and green beans. The left overs are also fantastic for making 'stroganoff'. My carnivore husband enjoyed the roast... and the leftovers, transformed...
Vegan Eggnog Cookies
Ellen Sheen | December 22, 10 at 09:11 AM | Food
I am currently having a very difficult time keeping my hands off these cookies. Seriously. They have a delicious 'noggy' taste, especially with the nog frosting on top. A perfect way to use any extra 'nog' you made from my...
Vegan Vegetable Lasagne
Ellen Sheen | December 15, 10 at 06:29 PM | Food
It is so good. So filling. So different. You would never know it's vegan... It also has a good story! For full recipe and the good story, visit the La Pure Mama blog!...
Vegan Spinach Manicotti
Ellen Sheen | December 4, 10 at 10:24 AM | Food
I'm telling you, you will never miss the ricotta in this recipe. Actually? I think it's better. Granted, it's been years since I had real ricotta cheese but either way, this recipe is one that even a meat eater can...
Tofurkey, a tofu turkey
Ellen Sheen | November 24, 10 at 06:52 AM | Food
Call it what you want: tofurkey, tofurky, tofu turkey... with or without the extra 'e', this tofurkey is delicious, simple to make and much more interesting than a store bought tofurky. Now, I do love those, don't get me wrong,...
Cranberry Pomegranate Sauce & Cranberry Orange Pomegranate Sauce
Ellen Sheen | November 24, 10 at 06:43 AM | Food
Two delicious and easy cranberry sauce recipes incorporating the fantastic pomegranate along with everybody's Thanksgiving favorite, the cranberry. For recipe and more information, visit the La Pure Mama blog. Happy 'Save the Turkeys' day! :)...
Collard Wrap with Sunflower Seed Pate
Ellen Sheen | November 8, 10 at 11:56 AM | Food
Basically raw, so so healthy and really flavorful. This kind of raw eating is what I'm talking about! Stay tuned for more raw adventures! For the recipe and more information, visit the La Pure Mama blog....
Vegan Butternut Wheatberry Torte
Ellen Sheen | November 5, 10 at 06:24 AM | Food
This torte was a nod to the wintry weather that is upon us. There is something so comforting and exciting about winter vegetables. Aside from the lovely comforting flavor of this torte, I love the way they look. You...
Vegan Soft Pretzels
Ellen Sheen | November 4, 10 at 04:10 PM | Food
These pretzels are so much fun to make and wildly delicious. Serve with some rustic spicy brown mustard and you have a fantastic appetizer or snack! Visit La Pure Mama for the recipe and commentary! ...
Parsley Pesto Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction
Ellen Sheen | September 21, 10 at 09:19 PM | Food
This is a lovely and simple addition to any meal. I paired it with a tasty and hearty roasted parsnip and sweet potato soup the other night. It would also be fabulous on its own... you can make it...

