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  • Get Ready for the Big Game with Wholly Veggie!

    Get Ready for the Big Game with Wholly Veggie!

    Get Ready for the Big Game with Wholly Veggie!

    If you’re on the hunt for delicious, plant-based snacks that even a non-plant-based eater would enjoy, we got you! Wholly Veggie’s snacks are the perfect addition to your foodie collection – especially for your full spread for Sunday’s big game 🏈 Check out their gluten-free, vegan goodies below – including a Cheeze Stick Caprese Salad recipe, too!

    Mozzarella Style Sticks

    Perfectly good veggies were rescued to create our crispy crust. It’s called upcycling. Your mouth tastes cheesy, gooey goodness, your body gets veggies. Your brain explodes.

    Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

    Full cauliflower florets, lightly coated in a crunchy panko crust. Our gluten free, panko coating gives our cauliflower a unique, crunchy bite. Paired with our outrageously popular Buffalo Sauce, our Buffalo Cauliflower is perfect as an after work or after school snack. Just bake n’ snack.

    Ranch Cauliflower Wings

    Full cauliflower florets, lightly coated in a crunchy panko crust. Our gluten free, panko coating gives our cauliflower a unique, crunchy bite. Paired with a plant based ranch sauce. Perfect for taco night or Sunday game day. Just bake n’ snack.

    Cheeze Stick Caprese

    This Caprese Salad made from Wholly Veggie's plant-based cheeze sticks is festive, fresh, and perfect for any party or holiday meal! Not only does this showstopper look great, it's super simple to make. 
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    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 box Wholly Veggie Mozzarella Style Sticks
    • 2 medium ripe tomatoes
    • 6 cherry tomatoes
    • 1 box fresh arugula
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
    • pinch salt, pepper
    • 2 tablespoons fresh basil

    Method
     

    1. Prepare wholly veggie's mozzarella style sticks according to package instructions (oven or air fry).
    2. Set marinara sauce pack aside.
    3. Slice 2 medium ripe tomatoes into thick pieces and cut a handful of cherry tomatoes in half.
    4. Toss fresh arugula with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper and place on bottom of serving platter.
    5. Layer tomatoes and warm mozzarella sticks on top of arugula.
    6. Garnish with generous amounts of torn fresh basil.
    7. Serve marinara sauce along side for dipping.
    8. Enjoy!

    Stock up on your favorite plant-based Wholly Veggie snacks – on sale all February long!

    References:

    https://whollyveggie.com/products/mozzarella-style-sticks

    https://whollyveggie.com/products/ranch-cauliflower

    https://whollyveggie.com/products/buffalo-cauliflower

    https://whollyveggie.com/blogs/recipes/cheeze-stick-caprese

  • Chocolate Sea Salt Mandarin Oranges

    Chocolate Sea Salt Mandarin Oranges

    Chocolate Sea Salt Mandarin Oranges

    Chocolate covered strawberries look impressive, but the flavors of chocolate and orange are a classic combination that shouldn’t be forgotten this time of year. With peak season citrus and a dash of flaky sea salt, these chocolate sea salt mandarin oranges will be bursting with juicy flavor. They’re super easy to make, and you’ll get credit for a homemade Valentine’s gift. You can turn to this recipe year-round whenever you want to impress or have an abundance of citrus on hand. 

    Chocolate Sea Salt Mandarin Oranges

    A Valentine’s mainstay is the chocolate covered strawberry, but we think seasonal citrus and just the right amount of flaky sea salt is an even better expression of your love.
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    Servings: 3
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 mandarin oranges peeled and segmented
    • 2 ounces chocolate
    • 1 ½ teaspoons avocado oil
    • Flake sea salt

    Method
     

    1. Place chocolate and avocado oil in a microwave-safe bowl and heat at 30 second intervals until melted, stirring frequently.
    2. Dip orange segments in melted chocolate and place on parchment paper.
    3. Sprinkle flake sea salt over chocolate and chill in refrigerator for 10 minutes.
    4. Enjoy!

    Recipe Provided by INFRA

  • Jambalaya Stew

    Jambalaya Stew

    Jambalaya Stew

    Getting ready for Mardi Gras? This Jambalaya Stew should be in your meal plan. A nod to the classic jambalaya, it’s filled with sausage, shrimp, veggies, and plenty of herbs and spices. You’ll build so much flavor in under an hour, this could be a weeknight meal, especially if you’ve got some leftover rice in the fridge. The holy trinity of creole cooking, onion, celery, and green bell pepper, form the base of the dish, with dried herbs, premixed spice blends, and a bit of harissa paste adding flavor and spice. Laissez les bons temps rouler! 

    Jambalaya Stew

    Getting ready for Mardi Gras? This Jambalaya Stew should be in your meal plan. A nod to the classic jambalaya, it’s filled with sausage, shrimp, veggies, and plenty of herbs and spices. 
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    Servings: 1
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 tablespoons olive oil
    • 8 ounces andouille sausage sliced
    • 1 pound peeled shrimp
    • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
    • 2 ribs celery chopped
    • 1 green bell pepper chopped
    • 4 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 quart chicken broth
    • 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
    • 4 tablespoons harissa
    • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
    • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 can kidney beans rinsed and drained
    • 1 cup cooked white rice

    Method
     

    1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté sausage slices until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
    2. In the same pan, add onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in celery and green bell pepper, sauté for three minutes then add garlic and cook for another minute.
    3. Stir in broth, tomatoes, harissa, Creole seasoning, paprika, thyme, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Add in peeled shrimp and cook until shrimp turns opaque, approximately three minutes.
    4. Add in kidney beans, cooked rice, and sausage. Heat through and adjust seasonings to taste.
    5. Enjoy!

    Recipe Provided by INFRA

  • Tropical Smoothie Bowl

    Tropical Smoothie Bowl

    Tropical Smoothie Bowl

    Smoothie bowls are a perfect way to inject a little tropical flair, not to mention vitamin C, into these winter days. Does the idea of drinking a meal take away some of the satisfaction? Control the consistency of your blended serving of fruits and go wild with toppings!

    Tropical Smoothie Bowl

    Smoothie bowls are a perfect way to inject a little tropical flair, not to mention vitamin C, into these winter days. How will you top your tropical smoothie bowl?
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    Servings: 2
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 10 ounces tropical frozen fruit blend
    • 1 cup almond milk
    • ½ cup orange juice
    • 1 tablespoon honey or to taste
    Toppings
    • 1 kiwi peeled and chopped
    • ½ cup chopped pineapple
    • 1 dragon fruit chopped
    • 1 teaspoon hemp hearts
    • ½ teaspoon chia seeds
    • ¼ cup shredded coconut

    Method
     

    1. Blend frozen fruit, almond milk, orange juice, and honey until smooth. Mixture will be thick. Pour into serving bowls.
    2. Top with fruit and sprinkle on chia seeds, hemp hearts, and shredded coconut. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

    Recipe Provided by INFRA

  • Coconut Cashew Eggnog

    Coconut Cashew Eggnog

    Coconut Cashew Eggnog

    While you may be missing the ease of a carton of store-bought nog, once you see how easy it is to make it yourself, you may never go back. Making your own means you can customize it to your tastes, preferences, and dietary restrictions! This coconut cashew nog is dairy-free and egg-free, which makes it an excellent option for the vegans in your life. The hardest part of this recipe is waiting for the cashews to soften with an eight-hour soak. In other words, with a little planning, it’s a snap. Cheers!

    Coconut Cashew Eggnog

    Looking for a vegan alternative to the holiday classic beverage? This coconut cashew nog has all the flavor for your festive drinks without dairy or eggs!
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    Servings: 6
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ⅓ cups untoasted cashews soaked overnight
    • 1 quart coconut milk from a carton
    • ⅓ cup cane sugar
    • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • Freshly grated nutmeg optional

    Method
     

    1. Place all ingredients in a blender and run until mixture is very smooth and frothy.
    2. Place eggnog in a serving pitcher and chill for an hour before serving.
    3. Pour into serving glasses and grate nutmeg on top.
    4. Enjoy!

    Recipe Provided by INFRA

  • Banana Peel Curry

    Banana Peel Curry

    Banana Peel Curry

    Looking to reduce your food waste? Save those banana peels! With a quick soak in hot water, peels are transformed to a soft blank canvas. Shredding the peels like you would pull chicken or jackfruit gives you a neutral plant-powered addition to this coconut curry. Add some aromatic seasonings, this curry will transform how you view banana peels! Served over rice, don’t skimp on the lime juice. The acidity livens up the dish and makes it simply craveable.  

    Banana Peel Curry

    Looking to reduce your food waste? Save those banana peels! With a quick soak and some aromatic seasonings, this curry will transform how you view banana peels! 🍌
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    Servings: 4
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 banana peels from ripe bananas ends removed
    • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
    • 1 small yellow onion chopped
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • 2 large garlic cloves minced
    • 2 inch fresh ginger peeled and minced
    • 1 tablespoon curry powder
    • 2 cups cauliflower florets bite-size
    • 1 cup stock or water
    • 1 13.3 ounce can coconut milk
    • ¾ teaspoons sea salt
    • 2 tablespoons cane sugar
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice

    Method
     

    1. Place banana peels in a large bowl of hot water, cover, and let sit for an hour to soften.
    2. Drain water. Using a fork, shred peels lengthwise with skin side down, then mince.
    3. In a large stockpot, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cinnamon stick and sauté until translucent. Add garlic, ginger, and curry powder. Sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
    4. Add cauliflower, prepared banana peel, and stock. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook until cauliflower is tender about three to five minutes. 
    5. Stir coconut milk, salt, sugar, and lime juice and heat through. Adjust seasonings to taste and serve with basmati rice.
    6. Enjoy!

    Recipe Provided by INFRA

  • Chili Nachos

    Chili Nachos

    Chili Nachos

    Got a late night craving? These chili nachos are ready in minutes! Plus, they’re endlessly customizable. Add sour cream, jalapeños, diced onion, or a squeeze of lime to take these to the next level.

    Chili Nachos

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    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 4-ounce corn tortilla chips
    • 1 Amy's Organic Medium Chili heated
    • 2 – 3 cups shredded cheese (Cheddar, Jack, or Mexican cheese blend)
    • 1 small can sliced black olives drained
    • 1 small avocado diced
    • Amy's Medium Salsa

    Method
     

    1. On a microwave-safe plate, spread the tortilla chips in an even layer with just a little overlap.
    2. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese evenly over the chips.
    3. Heat on high in the microwave for 1 minute or until cheese is melted.
    4. Add another layer of tortilla chips, sprinkle with remaining cheese and heat for another 1-1½ minutes until cheese is melted.
    5. Top nachos with Amy’s Medium Chili, Amy’s Medium Salsa, sliced black olives and diced avocado.
    6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

    Recipe Provided by INFRA

  • Gluten-Free Classic Lasagna

    Gluten-Free Classic Lasagna

    Gluten-Free Classic Lasagna

    This classic lasagna is a hearty vegetarian meal for chilly days. Don’t be intimidated by the 90-minute recipe. Most of that time is hands off—the cheese is getting nice and bubbly in the oven. The hardest part is waiting for the #GlutenFree deliciousness.

    Gluten-Free Classic Lasagna

    This classic lasagna is a hearty vegetarian meal for chilly days. Don’t be intimidated by the 90-minute recipe. Most of that time is hands off—the cheese is getting nice and bubbly in the oven. The hardest part is waiting for the #GlutenFree deliciousness. 
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    Servings: 6
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 9 ounces Jovial Gluten Free Brown Rice Lasagna
    • 2 jars Jovial Crushed Tomatoes
    • 4 tablesppons Jovial Reserve Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon dry basil
    • 1 teaspoon dry oregano
    • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
    • 2 eggs
    • 12 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
    • 4 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
    • Salt to taste

    Method
     

    1. In a medium bowl, mix tomatoes, oil, garlic powder, spices, and salt to taste.
    2. In another bowl, combine eggs and ricotta cheese.
    3. Cover the bottom of a 9×13” lasagna pan with 1 cup of the tomato mixture.
    4. Arrange four uncooked lasagna noodles in the bottom of the pan and spread ⅓ of ricotta mixture on top.
    5. Cover with 1 cup of the tomato mixture, ¾ cup of mozzarella, and ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese.
    6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 two times.
    7. Layer the top with remaining noodles, tomato, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
    8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake at 375°F for 50 minutes.
    9. Uncover and pat down the noodles gently to flatten the top. Bake uncovered for 10 minutes until brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
    10. Enjoy!

    Recipe Provided by INFRA

  • Sparkling Spiced Cider

    Sparkling Spiced Cider

    Sparkling Spiced Cider

    Looking for a fun beverage for your next fall gathering? Infuse cider with your favorite fall baking spices and add bubbles—either sparkling juice or the adults-only prosecco. This Sparkling Spiced Cider is easy enough to pull off for unexpected guests. Don’t forget the sliced fruit for the punch bowl. It takes it to the next level! Serving this punch warm is a nod to mulled wine and the chillier temps. The addition of sparkling wine or juice keeps it festive. 

    Sparkling Spiced Cider

    Looking for a fun beverage for your next fall gathering? Infuse cider with your favorite fall baking spices and add bubbles—either sparkling juice or the adults-only prosecco. This sparkling spiced cider is easy enough to pull off for unexpected guests.
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    Servings: 7
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 gallon apple cider
    • 1 ½ cups pear juice
    • 1 (750 ml) bottle prosecco or sparkling pear juice
    • 4 oranges sliced (divided)
    • 6 cinnamon sticks
    • 6 cloves
    • 2 star anise
    • 2 Honeycrisp apples cored and sliced
    • A few sprigs of fresh thyme

    Method
     

    1. In a 6-quart stockpot, bring apple cider, pear juice, half of the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise to just under a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
    2. Remove from heat and carefully strain into a large serving vessel, top with prosecco or sparkling pear juice. Serve warm, garnish with remaining orange slices, apple slices, and fresh thyme sprigs.
    3. Enjoy!

    Recipe Provided by INFRA

  • Power Your Immune System with MegaFood

    Power Your Immune System with MegaFood

    Power Your Immune System with MegaFood

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    Resources:

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    https://megafood.com/products/immune-defense?_pos=1&_sid=db72b83f8&_ss=r

    https://megafood.com/blogs/all/blog-product-edu-lets-talk-immune-health-html

    https://megafood.com/blogs/all/blog-elderberry-winter-immune-herb-html

    https://megafood.com/blogs/all/the-health-problems-caused-by-low-iron