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A Virtual Vegan by Melanie McDonald

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with my trusted and delicious vegan recipes. There's a spot waiting in the AVV community just for you and I'll even send you a free e-cookbook!

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The Best Of February Is Here! πŸ’œ

Friends, hello. It's that time again...I hope it's been a good month for you! Let's take a look at the recipes that were most loved, reviewed, shared, and devoured in February! First though, here is my view as I write this 🀭 FEBRUARY'S TOP RECIPES πŸ† These recipes have found their way into your kitchens and your family meals, and that’s just the absolute best feeling! Most Popular on Google πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER RECIPE πŸ‘‰ Vegan Potato Soup Most Popular on Pinterest πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER RECIPE πŸ‘‰...

Hi there, Reader When it's the middle of winter, and you need a completely over-the-top, hearty, creamy, cozy, carby soup to bring you back to life, Italian Sausage Pasta Soup is here for you! I highly recommend serving this one with some garlic bread for dipping! GET THE RECIPE πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER More Hearty Soups: Creamy Vegan Potato Soup GET THE RECIPE Lemony Red Lentil Soup GET THE RECIPE Tried a recipe and loved it? I’d be so grateful if you could leave a 5-star rating and a quick comment...

Hi there, Reader Seriously good Vegan Chocolate Caramel Popcorn! Drenched in rich (and very quick & easy to make) salted caramel, then finished with lashings of melted chocolate. It's totally & utterly delicious, and thanks to my special trick, it's the crispiest, crunchiest popcorn you'll ever eat! GET THE RECIPE More Sweet Snacks: Healthy No Bake Bars GET THE RECIPE Pumpkin Seed Granola GET THE RECIPE Tried a recipe and loved it? I’d be so grateful if you could leave a 5-star rating and a...

Hi there, Reader It's nearly Shrove Tuesday, A.K.A Pancake Day, and I've got you covered with my TOP 5 vegan pancake recipes! Even though I live in Canada now, home of thick, fluffy pancakes with rivers of real maple syrup, an indecently massive pile of English pancakes with lemon and sugar always happens for dinner on Pancake Day! (You can take the girl out of England, but you can't take the English out of the girl!) #1 - Vegan English Pancakes πŸ† πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER The number one most popular...

Your notes. Your favourites. These are the recipes you can't stop writing love letters about! πŸ’– GET THE RECIPE GET THE RECIPE GET THE RECIPE GET THE RECIPE GET THE RECIPE GET THE RECIPE GET THE RECIPE GET THE RECIPE GET THE RECIPE GET THE RECIPE Sending lots of love and delicious food this Valentine's Day! Mel x Tried a recipe and loved it? I’d be so grateful if you could leave a 5-star rating and a quick comment on the recipe post. Just tap the stars at the top of the recipe post! ❀️ Your...

Hi there, Reader When you're craving a pancake but don't have the time or energy to make a whole batch - Emergency Pancake in a Mug time! It's ready in minutes, and all you have to wash up is a mug and a spoon! πŸ™Œ GET THE RECIPE! πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER Here's what some of you have had to say about it: "This is one of the best pancake recipes I have ever eaten!!" - Rachel ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "This was really yummy and scratched the pancake itch without having to make a whole batch." - Tracie ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "It was...

Hi there, Reader Ooooo, these chickpea nuggets are delish! With a firm, "meaty" texture, they are made using simple ingredients and can be cooked in your oven or air fryer. Kid and adult-approved! These freeze and reheat wonderfully, so are great for meal prep and batch cooking. I've been loving them with my salads or for snacks with a dip made from vegan mayo, mustard, and maple syrup mixed together to taste. It's yummy! GET THE RECIPE More Chickpea Recipes: Easy Chickpea Salad A great...

Hi there, Reader I make this Tortilla Soup all the time! It's quick and easy, uses mostly pantry staples, and if you're feeling lazy (or don't have any corn tortillas), you can skip the crispy tortilla strips and open a bag of tortilla chips to pile on top instead! GET THE RECIPE πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER More Soups: Creamy Tomato Soup GET THE RECIPE Carrot Noodle Tofu with Tofu GET THE RECIPE Tried a recipe and loved it? I’d be so grateful if you could leave a 5-star rating and a quick comment on the...

Friends, hello. It's been a while since I wrote an end of the month catch up email. I hope you're all hanging in there. January can be tough at the best of times, but this year it feels even more so. If, like me, you're feeling overwhelmed with life, I hope this email can at least give you a short break from reality, some meal inspiration, and a little sprinkle of cute from Chester and Charlie! πŸ’œ Oh, and I've included my fave books this month too. I used to, but then stopped, and many have...

Hi there, Reader It’s a good week to make cookies. The universe wants this for us. I can feel it. These naturally gluten-free and oil-free chocolate chip cookies are made with almond flour, which gives them a uniquely soft, chewy texture and a sweet, buttery flavour. You could literally be stuffing one (or three 🀭) of them in your mouth in less than 25 minutes. They are that quick and easy! GET THE RECIPE πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER More Healthier Vegan Cookies: Super Seedy Power Cookies Packed full of...