Happy Friday the 13th everyone! I hope you’re staying out of trouble today, lol. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out yesterday’s Fail-Proof Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes with Salted Buttercream and 20 Weeks pregnancy update posts.
It’s time again for the next installment of Friday FAQs! (You can check out previous weeks’ posts here: Week 1, week 2, week 3, week 4.) Keep those questions coming by leaving blog or social media comments! I love hearing from you guys. Also, a big thanks to those of you who left such great suggestions last week, camping tips and otherwise!
Q1: Hi there—this Endurance Cracker recipe looks amazing! Just wondering what a good substitute for garlic would be (can’t eat garlic as it gives me stomach pains…long-time IBS).
A: Hi Anna, You could simply omit the garlic, or if you still want that extra oomph, try adding a sprinkling of your favourite herb(s), spices, or even a bit of shaved onion. The sky’s the limit when customizing these crackers!
Q2: Hi Angela, I plan on freezing your Black Bean, Sweet Potato, and Red Quinoa Soup. The recipe says to wait until just before serving to add the cooked quinoa, beans, and cayenne. Do you think I can throw that in the soup before freezing it? Or should I wait until it thaws and I’m ready to serve?
A: Hi Victoria, Feel free to cook the soup in full, and then freeze. You’ll have a nice, ready-made meal that thaws and reheats beautifully!
Q3: I want the recipe for your wheat grass latte! :) You’ve had it on Snapchat lately and I’m getting jealous. What wheatgrass and matcha do you use?
A: Hey Noël, I’ve had a lot of requests for this recipe to be featured on the blog! Stay tuned because I’m going to feature it soon. As for matcha green tea powder, I use this Do Matcha brand, and as for frozen wheatgrass juice I love Evergreen brand.
Q4: Hello there, I was wondering if you had any issues with storing the kale chips after it has been cooked? Does it get soggy when it’s in a bag for a few hours?
A: Hi Kayla, To be honest, kale chips are best served and eaten right away—they don’t seem to retain their crispiness very well no matter how I’ve stored them. I like to leave the batch on the pan and snack on them throughout the afternoon or evening. If you do store them, you can try reheating leftovers in the oven to crisp them back up. (I would try about 5 to 7 minutes at 300F, then let them crisp up on the pan for a few minutes more.) If you give it a try, I hope that helps!
Q5: Quick question about the new book and your app (I just bought the app): Do you have any plans to provide nutrition info for the recipes in your new book? Also, do you have any plans to add a “search ingredient” feature to the app?
A: Hi Sharon, I’m so happy to let you know that I’ll be providing the nutritional information for the recipes in my new cookbook (the nutritional info will be found on my blog). Regarding the app, you can definitely search by ingredient. Simply tap the search icon (the magnifying glass) at the top of the app and when the search bar pops up, type the ingredient you’re looking for (such as “avocado”). All recipes including avocado will all pop up! It’s quite handy. (Just make sure that your previous search has been cleared.) I hope this helps and thank you so much for your support!
Comments of the week:
“Hello! I just wanted to let you know that I tried making these pumpkin goodies and absolutely loved them! I became vegan about 3 weeks ago in efforts to eat healthier, and the transition has not been easy. Recipes like this have enabled me to make the transition much swifter. Learning how to be vegan has impacted me in both nutrition and personality, as overall I have become happier and more energetic! Sincerely, Janeen”
Janeen, I’m honoured to be a part of your journey! Thanks for sharing your story as I’m sure it’ll inspire many others.
“Hi Angela, I’ve only discovered your website a few months ago, but since then I bought your cookbook, your app, and tried every single recipe that I could. I must say that finding you is life changing. It also encouraged me to go from vegetarian to vegan, by seeing all those amazingly tasty and simple recipes. Even my mother, who hates to cook and is a BIG milk lover, has downloaded your app and tries some of your recipes. Also, all you have shared on your blog, tips and knowledge, helps me to help my dad who has high cholesterol. Thank you for putting so much effort in making those recipes a success. I’m happy to have a talented cook from Ontario (like me). {btw: I bought those Mary’s crackers after I saw you eating some and now I’m ADDICTED! Hummus is my favorite food ever!}”
Hi Anne-Sophie, It means a lot to know that my blog and recipes have played such a positive role in your life! And all the better that your mom and dad are reaping the benefits, too. Thanks for your support and happy cooking!
“Just made these No-Bake Chocolate Fudge Cookies—while reheating pizza. So easy! And so tasty! This recipe was posted the day my daughter was born. And it’s the first recipe I made. It’ll be a regular for sure. Perfect new mom snack.”
Congrats on your new baby girl, Mary! I’m so glad this easy treat came at the right time. I can’t think of anything better than fudgy chocolate for a new mama. ;)
I love the cashew sour cream that’s on the app! So easy and loved the recommendation to freeze it. Makes it easy to have that at hand in small cubes :)
Can’t wait for your second book!
Hi Angela,
Do you have any dessert recipes that are both nut free *and* coconut free, or have suggestions on how to substitute for coconut oil? One of the (many) reasons I follow your blog despite not being vegan is that I have a dairy sensitivity and know that I don’t have to worry about that with your recipes! They’re also a great resource when baking for my mom, who has a severe dairy allergy and can’t tolerate dairy in baked goods like I can. Unfortunately, coconut is now off-limits as my husband is allergic to it (along with peanuts/tree nuts). I know I can use a different dairy-free milk instead of coconut milk, but I’m not always sure how to substitute for coconut oil given that its high melting point makes it different from other oils, and 27 pages of dessert recipes is a lot to sift through to find ones that don’t use it!
Thanks!
Hi Angela,
Wondering if you can do a post on “meal prep for postpartum” In other words some of your best freezer recipes. I am 30 weeks pregnant and want to build up my stock of freezer meals for after baby arrives. In need of some good ideas!!!
Thanks!!!
Hi Sarah, congratulations on your pregnancy! :) This is definitely something I’ve been thinking about lately, too. Some of my favourite freezer-friendly recipes include: Glowing Spiced Lentil Soup; Red Lentil, Tomato, and Kale Soup; Our Favourite Vegan Chili; Our Perfect Veggie Burgers; Peanut Better Balls (it’s always a smart idea to have a sweet treat on standby, don’t you think? hah); 10-Spice Vegetable Soup; the two glo bar recipes from my cookbook; Golden Red Lentil Dal with Cilantro-Speckled Basmati; Black Bean and Sweet Potato Enchiladas; and Chia Seed Pudding (I love to freeze individual servings!). I hope this list helps you stock your freezer, and am sending tons of warm wishes to you and your growing family!
Hi Angela! I made the no bake chocolate fudge cookies last night and we have been devouring them. Thanks for keeping the awesome recipes coming! I am so happy to hear you will be including nutritional info in your next cookbook! I must try this recipe once. It looks so yummy.
Hi there, it’s great to hear you enjoyed the cookies recipe! They get devoured around here, too. :) Thanks for the lovely comment!
Hi Anegela,
I’d like to know what the recipe is for the picture of the 13th May Friday Post.
It looks delicious.
Thank you.
Hi Debbie, it’s my Healthy Potato Soup for the Soul, found on the Oh She Glows app.
For storing kale chips, I line the container with a little bit of paper towel or something similar. It doesn’t keep them crisp for long, but it definitely keeps them for at least 24 hours (if they last that long!)
Help! I’m getting really frustrated trying to find the nutritional info for the new cookbook on your blog. Is it all on one page or do I have to search by recipe or???
Hi Kara, Sorry you’re having trouble! You can find the info here (a PDF will open). In case you misplace the link, you can also find the page address on page xiii of OSG Every Day under the “Nutritional Information” heading. I hope this helps!