Welcome to my website! 

 

I’m so glad that you want to learn more about plant-based cuisine.  Here’s what you can do on my site:

  • Learn more about the compelling reasons to adopt a whole-food, plant-based diet – and discover that it’s not an all-or-none prospect.  Even cutting back on your consumption of animal products will improve your health, help decrease global warming, and widen the circle of compassion to include farm animals.
  • Sign up for my e-newsletter so that you will receive my latest posts in your inbox.  It’s easy — just fill in the form on the sidebar.
  • Read my reviews.  I’ll be covering interesting vegan items that you can find in the grocery store or in restaurants.  You can also check out my reviews of some handy kitchen tools.
  • Try out my recipes.  I’m developing and testing recipes that will help you to adopt a plant-based diet.  My goal is to bring you delicious foods that are packed with whole foods — so my recipes contain ingredients like whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and nuts.  The recipes you find here are my personal creations.  As you will see, each recipe comes with a nutrition label  —  just like you would find on a packaged product in the grocery store.  I carefully use salt, oils and sweeteners — usually sparingly, with a few notable exceptions — like the vegan version of my mom’s fudge recipe, which should only be eaten in tiny pieces. Please leave a review if you find a recipe that you like.
  • Find out about food-oriented events that I’ve attended.
  • Learn about animal advocacy and rescue efforts that are important to me.
  • Check out my adventures at Farmers’ Markets.

Want to know what people think about my food?

Here’s a testimonial:

Leigh prepared a great continental breakfast for about 20 people who attended the “love songs” celebration at our Unitarian Universalist congregation.  She baked flaky, delicious scones in three different flavors:  lemon ginger, chocolate chip, and cinnamon raisin.  We were thrilled that she found a way to include the theme in the food by making the scones in a heart shape.  It was a bonus to know that the breakfast included only plant-based, whole-foods nutrition.  We really loved her food!

~ Rev. Louise Green

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About Me

Hi! My name is Leigh, and I'm a vegan chef living in the DC area. I specialize in whole-food, plant-based cuisine. Join me as I explore nutritious, delicious, compassionate cooking!

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  • Chocolate is always good for the body and soul. Here is vegan chocolate n’ice cream with crumbled black bean brownies on top. It hit the spot tonight for sure. . . . . . . #vegan #veganfood #vegansofinstagram #whatveganseat #plantbased #WFPB #food #foodies #washingtondc #vegansofig #veganfoodshare #foodblog #healthyfood #cleanfood #compassionatecooking #foodbloggerpro #herbivore #veganism #eatyourcolors #plantstrong #friendsnotfood
  • Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes on whole wheat buns - with a side dish of green apple slaw! Simple to make. Just onion, garlic, red bell pepper, veg broth, diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, cooked lentils, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and a splash of red wine vinegar. . . . . . . #vegan #veganfood #vegansofinstagram #whatveganseat #plantbased #WFPB #food #foodies #washingtondc #vegansofig #veganfoodshare #foodblog #healthyfood #cleanfood #compassionatecooking #foodbloggerpro #herbivore #veganism #eatyourcolors #plantstrong #friendsnotfood
  • Vegan veggie lasagna! Has whole wheat noodles, tomato sauce, summer squash, and “cheese” made from cauliflower, cashews, basil, and a splash of almond milk. No refined oil or added sugars. It’s a modification of a recipe in Vegan for Everybody by @testkitchen. Yummy! . . . . . . #vegan #veganfood #vegansofinstagram #whatveganseat #plantbased #WFPB #food #foodies #washingtondc #vegansofig #veganfoodshare #foodblog #healthyfood #cleanfood #compassionatecooking #foodbloggerpro #herbivore #veganism #eatyourcolors #plantstrong #friendsnotfood #testkitchen
  • Vegan Shepherd’s Pie with Harvest Veggies, Lentils and Sweet Potato Topping. The topping for this pie is flavored with orange juice and sprinkled with sliced almonds. Try it - you will love it! My version of this dish is based on a recipe in The Whole Foods Market Cookbook. My version contains lentils instead of tempeh and does not contain any added oil. It’s perfect for fall! . . . . . . #vegan #veganfood #vegansofinstagram #whatveganseat #plantbased #WFPB #food #foodies #washingtondc #vegansofig #veganfoodshare #foodblog #healthyfood #cleanfood #compassionatecooking #foodbloggerpro #herbivore #veganism #eatyourcolors #plantstrong #friendsnotfood
  • What’s not to like about whole-wheat pumpkin spice cupcakes with vanilla icing?! These treats are a modified version of Chloe Coscarelli’s award-winning Ginger Nutmeg Spice Cupcakes. My version contains whole-wheat pastry flour instead of refined, all-purpose flour. I have also reduced the fat content by replacing the coconut milk with oat milk. They are still rich, moist, and delicious! . . . . . . #vegan #veganfood #vegansofinstagram #whatveganseat #plantbased #WFPB #food #foodies #washingtondc #vegansofig #veganfoodshare #foodblog #healthyfood #cleanfood #compassionatecooking #foodbloggerpro #herbivore #veganism #eatyourcolors #plantstrong #friendsnotfood #chefchloe
  • It finally feels like fall! Here’s a seasonal drink: vegan pumpkin spice latte! Easy to make. Just blend almond milk, pumpkin purée, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and a bit of maple syrup. . . . . . . #vegan #veganfood #vegansofinstagram #whatveganseat #plantbased #WFPB #food #foodies #washingtondc #vegansofig #veganfoodshare #foodblog #healthyfood #cleanfood #compassionatecooking #foodbloggerpro #herbivore #veganism #eatyourcolors #plantstrong #friendsnotfood
  • Made faux tuna sandwiches earlier today using chickpeas and saved the aquafaba. So had to try making some vegan meringues! I could use a little practice with my piping skills, but it’s a good first try. Light as air and just like the meringues made with egg whites. Recipe from Vegan for Everybody by @testkitchen. . . . . . . . . . . . . #vegan #veganfood #vegansofinstagram #whatveganseat #plantbased #WFPB #food #foodies #washingtondc #vegansofig #veganfoodshare #foodblog #healthyfood #cleanfood #compassionatecooking #foodbloggerpro #herbivore #veganism #eatyourcolors #plantstrong #friendsnotfood #testkitchen
  • Vegan faux tuna sandwiches! OMG, so tasty! Made with chickpeas, celery, onion, relish, silken tofu, and seasonings. Recipe by @forksoverknives. . . . . . #vegan #veganfood #vegansofinstagram #whatveganseat #plantbased #WFPB #food #foodies #washingtondc #vegansofig #veganfoodshare #foodblog #healthyfood #cleanfood #compassionatecooking #foodbloggerpro #herbivore #veganism #eatyourcolors #plantstrong #friendsnotfood #forksoverknives
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