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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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Delicious Recipes For St. Patrick's Day ☘️

Hi there, Reader St Patrick's Day is coming up very soon, so I thought I'd send you a little reminder about these popular Irish-themed recipes on AVV! Vegan Irish Stew πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER Loaded with chunky, sweet, tender vegetables, your choice of vegan beef or mushrooms, and Guinness to give the gravy an incredibly rich, deep, delicious flavour! GET THE RECIPE Vegan Soda Bread πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER Hearty, rustic and ridiculously easy to make with no yeast, no kneading, and no complicated shaping. My...

Hi there, Reader This oldie pancake recipe from 2016 got a revamp! I haven't been 100% happy with it for years and knew it could be better, so the recipe has been tweaked to make it easier and quicker, and the pancakes are thicker and fluffier! These healthy pancakes are wholegrain, completely oil-free, very low in fat, contain 11 grams of protein, and are perfectly proportioned for one person! GET THE RECIPE πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER More Healthy Pancakes: Healthy Spelt Pancakes "They were AMAZING -...

Hi there, Reader Fresh and warm from my oven is a new, deliciously soft and fluffy quick bread recipe. This hearty loaf is yeast-free, made with whole wheat flour and oats, and infused with an entire can of Guinness for a subtle, malty, rich flavour. It's super easy to make in one bowl with no kneading or rising, and it's perfect for all of your cozy soup and stew dipping needs. I need you to know though, that leftovers are really good with copious amounts of vegan butter and marmalade, or...

Hi there, Reader Simple Tahini Smoothie!It's thick, creamy, delicious, and made in minutes! 18 grams of protein, too. And for the weirdo banana haters ( I know you're out there 😜), it comes with a banana-free option! GET THE RECIPE πŸ“Œ PIN FOR LATER More Delicious Tahini Recipes: Tahini Banana Bread "I just have to say this recipe is fantastic! So easy to make and the texture was perfection!" - Patty. GET THE RECIPE Chocolate Tahini Crunch Bars "OMG! These are amazing! So easy & quick to make &...

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...