Pumpkin Spice Vegan Cake Recipe and photo courtesy of Imagelicious This Pumpkin Spice Cake is soft and pillowy, delicate and wonderfully spiced, and best of all, vegan. Ingredients1 1/2 cup flour1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons RawSpiceBar's pumpkin pie spice1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce1/4 cup oil1 cup waterDirections Preheat the oven to 350F. In a large bowl combine all the dry ingredients and mix well making sure that there are no lumps. Add all the wet ingredie...

Lentil Shephard's Pie Recipe inspired by Minimalist Baker Filling Ingredients 1 medium onion (diced)2 cloves garlic (minced)1 1/2 cups uncooked brown or green lentils (rinsed and drained)4 cups vegetable stock1 tsp poultry seasoning1 10-ounce bag frozen mixed veggies: peas, carrots, green beans, and corn Mashed Potato Ingredients 3 pounds yukon gold potatoes, partially peeled (thoroughly washed)3-4 Tbsp vegan butterSalt and pepper(to taste) Directions Slice any large potatoes in half, p...

How to Season a Turkey Every Thanksgiving, perhaps the biggest question is how you'll prepare the turkey. This easy preparation is as flavorful as brining, yet nearly as no-frills as salt and pepper. Here's how to shake it up this year. Enter the magic of compound butter. Perhaps the fastest way to flavor your turkey is to whip up a quick compound butter. Compound butter is really no more than softened butter mixed with herbs and spices. For turkey, we are particularly partial to salt free, freshly ground B...

Moroccan Spiced Lentil and Carrot Soup This Moroccan spiced carrot soup recipe has a wonderful, buttery flavor from spices sizzled in oil. Whirl the carrots in a blender for a velvety, thick vegetable purée, or thin with a bit of water and serve as a soup, with a dollop of yogurt to top. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter or oil1 white onion, diced1 pound carrots, diced3/4 cup lentils2 1/2 cups chicken broth1 1/2 tablespoon RawSpiceBar's Ras el Hanout1 tablespoon honey1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice1/2 cup plain yogurt (to top)2 g...

Szechuan Tofu This Szechuan tofu is spicy, numbing, hot, aromatic and tender. We combine everything you love about Chinese takeout - sweet and savory, the super-crispy tofu and caramelized vegetables -into one quick vegetarian main. IngredientsFor sauce:3 tbsp soy sauce2 tbsp rice vinegarOne-fourth cup honey1 inch ginger, minced2 cloves garlic, mincedFor stir-fry:15 oz. extra firm tofu4 tsp olive oil, divided2 tbsp RawSpice Bar’s five spice powderSalt to taste1 yellow pepper, chopped1 green bell pepper, c...

Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Healthy chicken pot pie, packed with juicy chicken, fresh veggies in a light, flaky crust.Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 12 ounces cremini mushrooms, diced 1 cup carrots, diced 1/2 cup celery, diced 1 tbsp RawSpiceBar's poultry seasoningKosher salt, to taste 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups almond milk 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breasts (about 2 breasts) 1 cup frozen peas 1 yellow onion, diced 1 prepared pie crust 1 egg, beaten with water (for wash)Directions Preheat then...

Chili Con Carne This chili con carne recipe has strong Texas influences - heavy on the meat and bacon and omits the beans. This is a hearty meal, great for a cold winter day. Ingredients4 tablespoons RawSpiceBar's chili powder1 tablespoon Mexican oregano6 ounces bacon2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cubed2 white onions, choppedKosher salt, to taste4 garlic cloves, minced2 cups beef broth1 16-ounce can puréed tomatoesDirections In a Dutch oven over medium heat, add bacon and fry until crisp, 5 to 8 minutes....

Baked Memphis BBQ Tofu Photo courtesy of eastvanvegan This sweet and sticky Memphis inspired baked BBQ tofu is perfect next to green veggies, potato salad or summer grilled corn. Ingredients1 lb extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed1/2 cup barbecue sauce, separated 1 tablespoon RawSpiceBar's Memphis rib rub1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Kosher salt, to taste Directions Preheat oven to 375. Lightly grease a shallow baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, salt, Memphis rib rub, balsamic vinegar a...

Healthy Saag Paneer Deep golden paneer, with bright green sauteed spinach and garam masala spices. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds fresh baby spinach, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 inch fresh ginger, minced1 tablespoon RawSpiceBar's garam masala2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter8 oz paneer cheese, cubed2 onions, diced Kosher salt, to taste1 cup milkLemon and yogurt, to top (optional)Directions In a Dutch Oven over medium high heat, add 1 tablespoon butter of ghee. Once hot, add paneer, flipping regularly so a...

Chicken Madras Curry A great mid-week treat – this curry can be made as mild or spicy as you like and is an easy, healthy dish. Serve with rice or naan breads. Ingredients2 tbsp RawSpiceBar's Madras Curry Powder2 onions, diced2 garlic cloves, minced1 inch ginger, minced3 green chiles, mincedVegetable oil1 lb skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks1 (16 oz) whole tomatoesFresh coriander, to topKosher salt, to taste Directions 1. Add onion, garlic, ginger and chillies in a small blender and whizz to a paste wi...

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11 Unique Solutions to Find Easy and Delicious Summer Recipes Fresh & Flavorful: Summer Cooking Made Simple Looking for summer recipes that are both easy to make and bursting with flavor? Here's what makes the perfect summer dish: Uses seasonal produce - tomatoes, corn, zucchini, berries Minimal cooking time - 30 minutes or less Heat-friendly methods - grilling, no-cook, or quick stovetop Light and refreshing - bright flavors and hydrating ingredients Crowd-pleasing - easily scalable for gatherings When the temperature rises, the last th...

Seedless in Seattle—Your Guide to Celery Seed Alternatives Finding Your Perfect Celery Seed Alternative Celery seed alternative options include: Celery Salt - Use 1:1 but reduce other salt in recipe Dill Seeds - Direct 1:1 substitute with similar flavor Caraway Seeds - 1:1 replacement works well in slaws and salads Fennel Seeds - 1:1 substitute with slight licorice notes Fresh Celery - Use 2 tbsp minced celery tops for every ½ tsp seeds Ever reached for celery seed while making coleslaw or pickle brine only to find an empty jar? You're no...

Chili Powder Substitute Showdown – Which Spice Wins? When Your Spice Rack Lets You Down Alternative for chili powder options are easier to find than you think. Here are the top quick fixes using common pantry spices: Quick Pantry Substitutes: - 2 tsp paprika + 1 tsp cumin + ¼ tsp cayenne = 1 tbsp chili powder - Sweet paprika alone for mild, family-friendly dishes - Taco seasoning (1:1 ratio, reduce added salt by half) - Ancho or chipotle powder (use only ½ tsp per 1 tbsp needed) We've all been there - you're halfway through making chil...

11 of the Best Gift Ideas for Cooks Finding the Perfect Gifts for Cooks in 2025 Looking for gifts for cooks in your life? Here are the top options that any home chef would love: High-quality chef's knife ($80-150) Enameled Dutch oven ($80-350) Digital instant-read thermometer ($30-100) End-grain cutting board ($60-200) Monthly spice subscription ($8-15/month) Silicone food storage set ($25-40) Online cooking class pass ($60-120) Wooden utensils with personalization ($25-50) Kitchen scale ($20-50) Countertop comp...

5 Cheaper Alternatives to Coriander Substitute Spice Finding the Perfect Coriander Substitute Coriander substitute spice options are essential knowledge for any home cook. Here are the 5 best alternatives when you're out of coriander: Cumin - Use ¾ teaspoon for every 1 teaspoon of coriander (earthy, warm notes) Caraway Seeds - Use in equal amounts (closest flavor match) Fennel Seeds - Use half the amount called for (sweet, licorice notes) Curry Powder - Start with half the amount (contains coriander plus other spices) Garam Masala - ...