Chuck Underwood

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• Sweet Potato Fries with Fat-free Garlic Aioli

  

  I wanted to give you a fat-free version of my Garlic Aioli today, and the perfect way to present that is on these yummy Sweet Potato Fries – hot outta the oven. Read more

  Posted on 26 July 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Walking Wednesdays

  

  We have a ‘thing’ going on in my BNV Facebook Group called “Walking Wednesdays” that has become amazingly popular. But I still see an occasional Facebook post... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Instant Pot Colcannon

  

  I know I’m a little late to the St. Patrick’s Day party, but here is my Vegan Instant Pot Colcannon recipe than many of you have requested. Read more

  Posted on 04 July 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Crispy Instant Pot Potatoes

  

  Ok potato fans, this recipe is for you. Oil-free AND sodium-free, these Crispy Instant Pot Potatoes are the perfect meal for your weight-loss journey. Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Tempeh Chorizo

  

  Ever had non-vegan friends over for dinner that you really wanted to impress? Then you HAVE to try my Vegan Tempeh Chorizo, they may not even realize it’s vegan! Read more

  Posted on 13 June 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• 5 Simple Rules for Regaining Your Health

  

  I didn’t set off on this journey to become a “Vegan”. Many people do and that is perfectly fine, but my goal was simply to become healthier. And I knew that... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Cheezy Hashbrown Casserole

  

  Need a quick and tasty dinner idea? All you need are three simple ingredients and you can make my incredibly gooey, amazingly cheesy – Cheezy Hashbrown... Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Sweet Potato Chili

  

  Black beans and sweet potatoes come together in this sweeter, milder version of my Vegan Sweet Potato Chili. I know many of you absolutely LOVE my... Read more

  Posted on 30 May 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Smashed Cucumber and Apple Salad

  

  Ok all you Gallagher fans, pull out your raincoats and your Sledge-O-Matic, because we’re smashing cucumbers – to make this oil-free Smashed Cucumber and Apple... Read more

  Posted on 23 May 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Spicy Vegan Lettuce Wraps

  

  Move over Chang’s, there’s a new wrap in town, and it’s 100% oil-free and Vegan! These Spicy Vegan Lettuce Wraps use my famous ‘taco meat‘ to make them super... Read more

  Posted on 16 May 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Enfrijoladas

  

  A staple in many Mexican Restaurants, these Vegan Enfrijoladas have all the taste and flavor, but without any of the oil or fat! What are Enfrijoladas?... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Spicy Vegan Kimchi

  

  Ok, all you Kimchi lovers, I tried my hand at making it from scratch the other day, and it’s really easier than you think. So if you’re craving something a... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Fat-Free Spinach Soup

  

  And now for something completely different, here is a recipe for those of you who may have a lot of spinach at home and have no idea what to do with it. This... Read more

  Posted on 25 April 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Mushroom Reuben

  

  You asked for it, and here it is. Marinated mushrooms, tangy 1000 island dressing, creamy vegan cheese sauce, and fresh sauerkraut make this Vegan Mushroom... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Self-Care After A Stroke

  

  This is Part 3 of a series where I discuss my recent visit to the hospital where I discovered I had a mild Ischemic Stroke. You can read Part 1 in this... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Homemade Vegan Soft Pretzels

  

  Today’s recipe is brought to you by … my daughter, who was craving her favorite treat from the mall. It only takes a few, simple pantry ingredients to make thes... Read more

  Posted on 11 April 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• After The Stroke

  

  This is Part 2 of a series where I discuss my recent visit to the hospital where I discovered I had a mild Ischemic Stroke. You can read Part 1 in this... Read more

  Posted on 08 April 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• How My Plant-Based Diet Saved My Life

  

  I mentioned that I had a recent health scare in my last article and many of you have been asking me about it. So, since I’ve always believed in 100% transparenc... Read more

  Posted on 05 April 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Basic Oil-Free Hummus

  

  The pantry may look a little empty, but if you have just a few basic ingredients – you can still make this Basic Oil-Free Hummus. Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• How I Cured My Hypertension in 30 Days Without Dieting

  

  I’ve been doing something a little differently these last 30 days, and because of it I have lost 18.5 pounds and finally normalized my blood pressure – without... Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2020 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN