6 recipes you're loving right now ๐Ÿ’œ


Hi there, Reader

I love looking back at the end of the month to see which recipes everyone was cooking the most, and seeing my grilled baby potatoes top the list means...WE'RE READY FOR SUMMER!

Here are the six recipes that you loved the most this month (from across my website and socials).

I hope one of them earns a spot on your menu this week! ๐Ÿ’œ

Oh, and keep Chester in your thoughts. He had surgery last week on his ear, and now has very suddenly developed a nasty eye issue. We've seen a specialist dog opthalmologist and he needs to have his eye removed. He's nearly 12, so I'm really worried and feel so sad for him.๐Ÿฅบ

Here he is rocking his no-flap ear wrap. Someone on Instagram said he looks like a poor little peasant woman out looking for kindling, and it gave me a much-needed laugh! ๐Ÿคญ


JUNE'S TOP RECIPES ๐Ÿ†

โ€‹Grilled Baby Potatoesโ€‹

This one always heads to the top as the weather warms up and your BBQs start getting a serious workout!


โ€‹Nutritional Yeast Tofuโ€‹

This one's pretty much always in my top 5 recipes and was also one of my most viral pins this month. I love that it's become such a reader favourite!


โ€‹Vegan Sausagesโ€‹

This one's been trending on Facebook this month. A popular staple all year, but especially popular in the summer. Make a big batch and freeze them, and you'll have yummy sausages ready to defrost and throw on the BBQ all summer long!


โ€‹Kidney Bean Saladโ€‹

My most popular salad recipe every summer, probably because it's so quick and easy!


โ€‹Shredded Tofuโ€‹

I love that this new-ish tofu recipe has become so popular! It's such a versatile recipe and perfect for stuffing tacos, sandwiches, and adding to salads for texture and a protein boost.


โ€‹Healthy Pie Crustโ€‹

This one's always popular, and I can only imagine all of the yummy fruit pies and tarts that are being made with it at the moment!


FAVE READER REVIEWS โญ๏ธ

For a chance to have your comment featured, rate & leave feedback on the recipes you love on my website!

"My baby has been dealing with an unknown allergy through nursing, and, not to be dramatic, but this mug cake has carried me through many emotional days. Just want you to know how much joy you've brought over the last few months. Thank you!" - Kristen on Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug.

"Considering how few ingredients are in this, it has no business being as fantastic as it is. And it is so easy!!! As a person who is physically disabled, I am happy to say that the prep & cooking were all but painless :) I am definitely putting this on my regular rotation." - Natasha on Sticky Maple Garlic Tofu.

"Phenomenal!! They were a hit with everyone in my household, and I can't wait to make them again!" - Tanya on Vegan Butter Tarts.

"Easy to follow and so good! A+" - John on Nutritional Yeast Dressing.

Here's to a new month! Happy July! And if you try one of these recipes, I'd love to hear (in the comments under the recipe on my website) how it turns out. You can also share a picture on Instagram. Be sure to tag @avirtualvegan!

Mel x


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