Hi there, Reader

One of my favourite things about this time of year is watching everyone’s cooking habits start to change.

The light, fresh dinners of summer are giving way to cozy comfort food, the kind that simmers away and makes the whole house smell incredible. Judging by the reviews coming in lately, a lot of you are on the same page!

This month’s top recipes are a perfect snapshot of fall cooking. If you’re looking for some new inspiration, you’ll find plenty below. And if you want even more, my e-cookbook Cozy Vegan Soups was made for this time of year!

Also, don't forget to join my free AVV Community. Social media is a hot mess right now, especially Meta (Facebook/Instagram), which wants to charge me $700 CAD per month to share recipes with you on my page while also changing their terms and conditions to allow them to scrape my website and use my content however they wish. Who knows what's going to happen there, but I can't possibly pay that.

What with that, and AI overviews taking over search results, joining my community, being here on my email list, and of course visiting my website regularly are the best ways to support me (and other creators you love) during these very challenging times.

OCTOBER'S NEW & SPRUCED UP RECIPES

If you missed any of these the first time around, consider this your sign to fix that immediately!

OCTOBER'S TOP RECIPES 🏆

These recipes were the most popular this month. They have found their way into your kitchens and your family meals, and that’s just the absolute best feeling 💜

Lentil Shepherd's Pie

A reader favourite for over a decade because it's so yummy!

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Baked Tofu

One of my personal faves. I make this at least once a week, either for dinner, lunchtime salads, or sandwiches.

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Irish Stew

Grab some Guinness because this recipe is a MUST-MAKE!

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Nooch Tofu

You're used to seeing this one in the top recipe lists! It rarely, if ever, leaves.

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Vegan Sausages

Easy to make, budget-friendly, freezer-friendly, and packed with flavour.

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Vegan Potato Soup

A staple recipe for so many of you in fall and winter!

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FAVE READER REVIEWS ⭐️

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

"I have made this bread over 6 times now, and it always comes out perfect! Thank you so much for this wonderful recipe." - Maryam on Homemade Pita Bread.

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"This is DELICIOUS, genuinely like drinking pumpkin pie!! I even shared it with a friend who isn't as strict with her diet and she was obsessed. She couldn't believe it was healthy." - Vela on Pumpkin Smoothie.

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"You had me at "pumpkin pie for breakfast?"! Haha! Of course I had to make it, and I absolutely love it! Thank you, Mel!" - Barbara on Blended Pumpkin Chia Pudding.

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A large pot filled with creamy, orange-colored chickpea curry with visible green herbs and sun-dried tomatoes. A wooden spoon rests inside the pot, suggesting the dish is freshly prepared. Next to the pot is a bowl containing mashed potatoes seasoned with black pepper. The scene is set on a wooden surface with a beige napkin in view.

"This recipe is INCREDIBLE. Complete comfort food, but highly nutritious. Thanks so much, Mel, you are a superstar!" - Alison on Marry Me Chickpeas.

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A PEEK INTO YOUR KITCHENS 👀

I love to see your photos! ❤️ Tag me in your posts on Instagram and Facebook or share them in the new AVV Community!

Vegan Butter Tarts from Susan on Facebook.

Nutritional Yeast Dressing from Rachelle in the AVV Community.

Vegan Pumpkin Scones from Tracie on Instagram and in the AVV Community.

Nutritional Yeast Tofu from @dodess_vegan on Instagram.

Here's to a new month! Happy November! 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 or come to the (free) AVV Community or to share your remake pics/videos!

Mel x