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by Stephanie Dreyer
November 4, 2017
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Sourdough Stuffing Vegan Meatloaf

Crisp and cool Fall weather this time of year makes me crave heartier food. This rich and savory Sourdough Stuffing Vegan Meatloaf is a delicious option for a weeknight dinner or special Friday night meal. It’s also a great plant-based alternative to turkey on Thanksgiving. Mixed with an herb and mushroom sourdough stuffing, it tastes like Thanksgiving.

A savory stuffing is combined with the Beyond Meat Beyond Burger for this Sourdough Stuffing Vegan Meatloaf. #dairyfree #meatless #vegan #plantbased

Traditional meatloaves combine breadcrumbs and meat. I experimented by swapping out a traditional stuffing for breadcrumbs, and used Beyond Meat’s Beyond Burger instead. I loved the results and hope you will too.

A savory stuffing is combined with the Beyond Meat Beyond Burger for this Sourdough Stuffing Vegan Meatloaf. #dairyfree #meatless #vegan #plantbased

I am also sharing a quick and easy golden gravy recipe that tastes divine drizzled on top. Make a pot of mashed potatoes and roast a tray of Brussel Sprouts for a holiday-esque meal to celebrate!

A savory stuffing is combined with the Beyond Meat Beyond Burger for this Sourdough Stuffing Vegan Meatloaf. #dairyfree #meatless #vegan #plantbased

A savory stuffing is combined with the Beyond Meat Beyond Burger for this Sourdough Stuffing Vegan Meatloaf. #dairyfree #meatless #vegan #plantbased
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Sourdough Stuffing Vegan Meatloaf

Ingredients

  • 2 celery stalks finely diced
  • 2 garic cloves minced
  • 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup cremini mushrooms finely diced
  • 5 slices sourdough cut into ½ inch cubes
  • ¼ cup vegetable broth
  • 3 packages Beyond Meat Beyond Burger 6 patties total
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon sage
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Pepper to taste

Quick and Easy Gravy:

  • ½ cup flour
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°. Spray a loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute the celery, garlic and onion for about 5 minutes until slightly translucent and aromatic.
  3. Stir in the cremini mushrooms and cook for 3 more minuts.
  4. Add in the seasonings. Stir to combine.
  5. Add the bread cubes to the vegetables. Stir to combine and pour in the vegetable broth. Stir well until the broth is mixed throughout. Remove from the heat.
  6. Combine the meatloaf and the stuffing in a large bowl. Mix well with your hands. Taste and add more salt and pepper, if necessary.
  7. Spread the meat/stuffing mixture into a loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove from the oven and let stand 10 minutes. Slice and serve with gravy.

Quick and Easy Gravy:

  1. In a saucepan on high heat, whisk the yeast and the flour together.
  2. Whisk in the soy sauce and garlic powder and continue until smooth.
  3. Slowly pour in the broth. Whisk constantly until smooth.
  4. Reduce the heat and simmer 3-5 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

 

A savory stuffing is combined with the Beyond Meat Beyond Burger for this Sourdough Stuffing Vegan Meatloaf. #dairyfree #meatless #vegan #plantbased

 

 

 

 

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by Stephanie Dreyer
November 4, 2017
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Three Layer Vegan Holiday Meatloaf

I can’t believe it’s November and officially the beginning of the holiday season. The weather is cool and crisp in sunny SoCal, and it’s finally feeling like Fall. As Thanksgiving draws near, my mind has been drifting to what I will cook for this year’s holiday menu. I have been obsessed with Beyond Meat’s Beyond Burger and the infinite possibilities I can create for the festive feast – namely meatloaf! Nut and vegetable loaves are very popular on plant-based Thanksgiving menus, so I thought I’d test my own recipe with my favorite plant meat. The results were so delicious that I created two recipes!

This three layer vegan holiday meatloaf is layered with all the flavors of Thanksgiving and topped with a luscious gravy. #dairyfree #meatless #vegan

This Three Layer Vegan Holiday Meatloaf has all the flavors of Thanksgiving. Creamy dairy-free mashed potatoes and savory sourdough stuffing are layered between seasoned Beyond Meat, and topped with a luscious brown gravy. Make extra batches of the layers and serve as sides. This golden loaf makes a festive and mouth-watering presentation. I hope you enjoy this delicious plant-based option for the main attraction on your holiday menus this season.

This three layer vegan holiday meatloaf is layered with all the flavors of Thanksgiving and topped with a luscious gravy. #dairyfree #meatless #vegan

 

This three layer vegan holiday meatloaf is layered with all the flavors of Thanksgiving and topped with a luscious gravy. #dairyfree #meatless #vegan
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Three Layer Vegan Holiday Meatloaf

Ingredients

For the mashed potatoes layer:

  • 2 large Yukon gold potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons dairy-free butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons dairy-free sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary

For the stuffing layer:

  • 2 celery stalks finely diced
  • 2 garic cloves minced
  • 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup cremini mushrooms finely diced
  • 5 slices sourdough cut into ½ inch cubes
  • ¼ cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon sage
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Pepper to taste

For the meatloaf:

  • 3 packages Beyond Meat Beyond Burger 6 patties total
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sage
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Quick and Easy Gravy:

  • ½ cup flour
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

For the mashed potatoes layer:

  1. Peel and cube the potatoes. Cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and cook 10 minutes.
  2. Drain the potatoes and place in a bowl with the butter, sour cream and seasonings.

  3. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy (or desired texture).

For the stuffing layer:

  1. Heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute the celery, garlic and onion for about 5 minutes until slightly translucent and aromatic.
  2. Stir in the cremini mushrooms and cook for 3 more minuts.
  3. Add in the seasonings. Stir to combine.
  4. Add the bread cubes to the vegetables. Stir to combine and pour in the vegetable broth. Stir well until the broth is mixed throughout. Remove from the heat.

For the meatloaf:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°. Spray a loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Combine the Beyond Meat patties and seasonings in a bowl. Mix well with your hands until combined.
  3. Spread the stuffing into the bottom of the pan, smoothing it out to form a consistent layer.
  4. Next, spread the meatloaf mixture on top of the stuffing.
  5. Last, spread out the mashed potatoes over the meatloaf.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand 10 minutes.
  7. Slice and serve with gravy.

Quick and Easy Gravy:

  1. In a saucepan on high heat, whisk the yeast and the flour together.
  2. Whisk in the soy sauce and garlic powder and continue until smooth.
  3. Slowly pour in the broth. Whisk constantly until smooth.
  4. Reduce the heat and simmer 3-5 minutes.
  5. 10. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

This three layer vegan holiday meatloaf is layered with all the flavors of Thanksgiving and topped with a luscious gravy. #dairyfree #meatless #vegan

 

 

 

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by Stephanie Dreyer
November 4, 2017
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Vegan Black Bean Nachos

Vegan nachos!!! Oh my goodness, this recipe is so fun! Whether you are making a platter for Taco Tuesday, stacking a pile for a poolside snack, or throwing a party with a DIY nacho bar, you are going to love this recipe for Vegan Black Bean Nachos.

I have taken out all of the animal products in this delicious recipe, but have kept all the flavor with black and pinto beans, dairy-free cheese and sour cream, guacamole and fresh veggies. Get creative with your toppings:

Tomatoes

Olives

Soy curls

Vegan bacon

Green onions

Red onion

Cilantro….let your creativity take you to delicious places!

These are super easy to make and I really like the idea of setting up a DIY nacho bar for a fun way to entertain. Want more nachos? Get my Matzah Nachos recipe here!

Vegan Nachos Ingredients: 1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 onion, chopped 1/4 vegetable broth 3 tablespoons taco seasoning 1 dollop, vegan sour cream (preferably Tofutti) 1 dollop, guacamole 1 dollop, salsa 3/4 cup Daiya cheddar-style shreds 1/4 cup Fiesta Ground “Beef” (see recipe above) 1 1/2 handfuls corn tortilla chips Directions: 1. Heat broth in a saute pan and add onion. Cook 5 minutes until softened. Add the beans and taco seasoning. Stir to combine and cook 4 minutes until heated through. Set aside. 2. Scoop the chips into a microwave safe bowl. 3. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the bean mixture and Fiesta Ground “Beef” on top of the chips. 4. Add cheese and microwave about 1 minute until the cheese is melted. 5. Top with the sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
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Vegan Black Bean Nachos

Ingredients

  • 1 can pinto beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn drained
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1/4 vegetable broth
  • 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 dollop vegan sour cream (preferably Tofutti)
  • 2-3 dollops guacamole
  • 2-3 dollops salsa
  • 1 cup Daiya cheddar-style shreds
  • 5 cups tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Heat broth in a saute pan and add onion. Cook 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the beans, corn, and taco seasoning. Stir to combine and cook 4 minutes until heated through. Set aside.
  3. Spread the chips into a microwave safe bowl or onto a dish.
  4. Spoon the bean mixture over the chips.
  5. Sprinkle the cheese on top, and microwave about 1 minute until the cheese is melted.
  6. Top with dairy-free sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Black beans, dairy-free cheese and veggie toppings are delicious atop these mouth-watering Vegan Black Bean Nachos #dairyfree #meatless #vegan #plantbased

 

 

 

 

 

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