Chuck Underwood

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• Vegan Bolognese Sauce

  

  This week I’m bringing you another homemade pasta sauce – a Vegan Bolognese Sauce if you will, for those of you who have asked for something a little more, shal... Read more

  Posted on 15 February 2018 FOOD & DRINK, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• 3 Cups a Day Challenge

  

  Not everyone is cut out to be a Vegan, I get it.  It can be HARD leaving behind our favorite foods.   So here’s a quick and easy solution for those who... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2018 FOOD & DRINK, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• BNV001: Welcome to the Brand New Vegan Podcast!

  

  WHAT?!  A Brand New Vegan PODCAST? Ok, actually it’s a homework assignment, lol. BUT…it gives me a reason to try out some of this new equipment I bought, and... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2018 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Roasted Bell Pepper Soup

  

  My wife says this Vegan Roasted Bell Pepper Soup reminds her of Panera Bread’s Cream of Tomato – only a million times better!  And my daughter said that this... Read more

  Posted on 09 February 2018 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Cheesy Vegan Broccoli Cauliflower Soup

  

  If you like my Broccoli Cheddar Soup, and you like my Roasted Cauliflower Soup, then you have GOT to try my new Cheesy Vegan Broccoli Cauliflower Soup! It’s so... Read more

  Posted on 28 January 2018 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Roasted Cauliflower Soup

  

  What could be more comforting on a cold, blustery day than a piping hot bowl of an amazingly tasty soup?  Not just any soup mind you, but this delicious AND... Read more

  Posted on 25 January 2018 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Jalapeno Poppers

  

  Want a healthier snack for the big game this year?  Something besides another soggy pizza or greasy chips dips?  Then you gotta try these Vegan Jalapeno... Read more

  Posted on 15 January 2018 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Air Fried Pickles with Horseradish Sauce

  

  My first bite of Deep Fried Pickles was in a little brewpub in Kokomo, Indiana….and I thought to myself, “There is no way this can possibly taste good…”. Read more

  Posted on 05 January 2018 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Oil Free Vegan Tamales

  

  One of my fondest memories of living in New Mexico during the holiday season was fresh, homemade Tamales,  so moist and tender they practically melted in your... Read more

  Posted on 29 December 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Air Fryer Tater Tots

  

  Dude…. crispy, crunchy,  Air Fryer Tater Tots –  without using a single drop of oil? Get ready folks … because these little guys are THE BOMB! Read more

  Posted on 21 December 2017 FOOD & DRINK, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Three Simple Rules For Eating: Rule #1

  

  In his book “In Defense of Food”, author Michael Pollan describes what he calls Three Simple Rules for Eating I can’t tell you how much I love his quote from... Read more

  Posted on 18 December 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Sopa De Fideo (Mexican Noodle Soup)

  

  This Vegan Sopa de Fideo is pure Mexican Comfort food.  It literally translates to Soup of Noodles, so think homemade Tomato Soup – with noodles of course. Read more

  Posted on 13 December 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Air Fryer French Fries

  

  Air fryers seem to be on everyone’s wish list when it comes to kitchen appliances.  And I will admit, they are handy.  For instance I can make a batch of these... Read more

  Posted on 10 December 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Smoky Maple Tofu Bacon

  

  Sometimes you just want a old-fashioned BLT Sandwich, you know?  Some freshly sliced tomatoes, a little crunch from that cool, crispy lettuce,  a nice little... Read more

  Posted on 08 December 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Happy Birthday BNV

  

  Anyone know what today is? On November 21, 2013, I wrote my very first post to a new blog I created called, Brand New Vegan and dang, what a crazy 4 years it’s... Read more

  Posted on 21 November 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole

  

  Not only is this a VEGAN Sweet Potato Casserole – there is absolutely NO butter, coconut oil, or any other kind of madness in it either!  Just pure Sweet... Read more

  Posted on 18 November 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Red Onion Gravy

  

  I saw this recipe on my favorite cooking gurus’s YouTube channel, “Sam the Cooking Guy”.  But it was loaded with butter, oil, and beef broth.  Well….. Read more

  Posted on 15 November 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Holiday Vegan Dressing

  

  What would Thanksgiving be without good old-fashioned dressing? But it’s usually made with STICKS of butter…..right?   And even though we could use VEGAN... Read more

  Posted on 11 November 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Holiday Instant Pot Wild Rice

  

  Don’t you just LOVE November?  That crisp, fall air?  Those beautiful colored leaves?  And of course the smells of all those yummy Holiday Recipes?   Like... Read more

  Posted on 03 November 2017 FOOD & DRINK, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vegan Chilaquiles

  

  Today we’re making Vegan Chilaquiles.  Now if you’ve never heard of Chilaquiles, don’t worry….because as of last week I hadn’t either.  But let me just say... Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2017 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, LIFESTYLE, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN