When I announced that I would be co-hosting a cooking challenge group, I knew immediately I wanted to get my son (the ‘visioneer’) to create a logo that brands and signifies our objective: modern, fresh and, most importantly, creative cooking. In fact, he gave us 3 logos with different images and varying shapes and sizes so that each group member could choose what best fits their blog – or mood. I’m going to feature all 3 in this round-up … just because.
Here’s our first challenge.
IT’S A VEGAN PALOOZA
“Choose one of your favorite rich, heavy, fatty animal-protein-based meals and give it a healthy VEGAN spin.”
For anyone not sure what vegan is …
Veganism is a type of vegetarian diet that excludes meat, eggs, dairy products and all other animal-derived ingredients. Many vegans also do not eat foods that are processed using animal products, such as refined white sugar and some wines. Most vegans also avoid the use of all products tested on animals, as well as animal-derived non-food products, such as leather, fur and wool.
What do vegans eat?
This is perhaps the most common question about veganism. A vegan diet includes all grains, beans, legumes, vegetables and fruits and the nearly infinite number of foods made by combining them. (Source: about.com)
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I think you’ll agree creativity abounds. Here (in no particular order) the Creative Cooking Crew presents Vegan.
The Vegan Gutbuster from Lori of Taste with the Eyes.
Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake with Cranberry Topping from Evelyne of Cheap Ethnic Eatz.
Sweet Plantain Empanadas with Mixed Mushroom Picadillo from Norma at Platanos, Mangoes + Me!
Pumpkin Crepes and Maple Ice Cream from Marisa, Cook’s Book.
Mushroom Yakitori and Mushroom Scallion Potstickers from the Home Skillet team.
Nime Chow from Victoria of Mission Food
Smoked Tempeh & Grain Meat Meatballs with Zucchini Spaghetti & Grain Meat Ragu from Lazaro Cooks.
Lemongrass Chickpea Tofu Skewers with Spicy Soya Pomelo Dip from Maya of Foodiva’s Kitchen
Two Potato Tofu Napoleon from Christo of ChezWhat?
Vegan Sushi and Edamame Salad by Maureen of Cuisine by Maureen
Batata Vada by Deana of Lost Past Remembered
Baked Pear and Chi Lentils from The Ardent Epicure
Gnocchi with Roasted Garlic Cashew “Cheese” from Tracey of TastyTrix
Broccoli Divan by Faith of An Edible Mosaic
Lentil Loaf by Erica of My Colombian Recipes.
Cauliflower Soup by Laura of La Diva Cucina
Hot Tofu Sliders from Angela of Spinach Tiger
Meatless Meatballs + Spaghetti from Jessica of Cajunlicious
Tempeh Filo Triangles and Brussels Sprouts Slaw from Kelly of Pink Apron.
Baja Style Tofu Tacos with Beet/Carrot Slaw + Avocado Mash from Debi.
And, La Frita, my vegan Cuban burger.
Note: The third logo style is my sidebar. >>>
The Creative Cooking Crew will be back next month with a new and fun challenge.
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27 Comments
Bravo to everyone. Well done. Somehow I missed chickpea tofu skewers. Cute award. All did such a great job.
angela@spinachtiger recently posted..Nashville Hot Tofu Sliders, and a Vegan Challenge from the Creative Cooking Crew
This is a great round-up, Joan. These look amazing.
Katy recently posted..Recipe Time: Chocolate Mousse Cake at Saquella Cafe
This was such a fun challenge and everyone did an awesome job! Looking forward to next month’s challenge!
Faith recently posted..Pepper + Onion Pasta with Sausage {Giveaway}
Wow, my mouth is (almost) watering. HA! Kidding. This carnivore gives it a thumbs up. GREG
sippitysup recently posted..Cold Weather Hot Drinks
Great job with the round-up Joan. I am happy to be part of such a talented group of cooks.
Great job keeping all of us organized, Joan! The roundup looks impressive.
Wow, so many choices for my next Vegan meal. Thanks for inviting me to this incredibly talented group. I’m looking forward to the next challenge!
Looks fantastic and the creativity of all involved really comes through in these beautifully prepared dishes.
Patricia Durr recently posted..Orchid Affair
So awesome you took over the co-hosting, great job. And what a vegan feast…I am not missing the meat. P.S. its eatz with a ‘z’, not an s
Oops, I knew that. Corrected.
Evelyne@cheapethniceatz recently posted..Spruce Liqueur for a Lemon Spruce Fizz
Amazing list…..I would love to try all of them!I am a meat lover!!!Great job, Joan! Thanks for hosting the event this month!
Erica recently posted..Arepa Bites with Shredded Beef and Avocado
love the logo. love the pics. I could be swayed to convert….
South Florida Food and Wine recently posted..Dinner at Villa Azur Miami Beach
haha … don’t be too quick to convert. It was only a one-time challenge. Next month the challenge could be the other end of spectrum.
Great selection. As the sole carnivore in my family and the only real cook, I seriously appreciate these inspiring ideas. Congrats on the new group. I look forward to visiting your challenges.
Victoria of Flavors of the Sun recently posted..Part II: Las Rancheritas and the Food
such a great roundup! i wish i could try everything!
Jenn and Seth recently posted..Buffalo Chicken Dip
Love the variety. Such a fun group, so glad to be a part of it. You’re a terrific hostess Joan.
LL
Lori Lynn recently posted..An Elegant Little Starter: Scallop & Melted Leek Pasta
what a great assortment – all hugely creative
Good for you, Joan. So you took this over from Natasha? This is a stellar round up. Is it a closed group, still. Just curious as I now have time for such things.
V
PS – the logos are ALL great. I like the one with the measuring spoons best.
V
A Canadian Foodie recently posted..Asiago and Asiago Pepita: Cheesepalooza Challenge Six Round Up
Finally had a chance to check out the entries, all so creative and lovely. Some I’d really like to try (spaghetti and meatballs? Frita? Wow!) Well done everyone, thank you for including me.
Congrats on the new group. Lovely round-up! Glad to see some of the friendly and familiar names!
Bren @ Flanboyant Eats recently posted..Queso Fresco Sauce
Sorry I’m late, will visit everyone in the next few days… how time flies!!!!
deana sidney recently posted..Jacqueline Kennedy’s Dinner at Mount Vernon and Chicken Chasseur
Love these recipes! Can I participate next month?
Dara recently posted..Pomegranate Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Thanks for your comment. Right now we are a closed group but we’ll definitely keep you in mind should an opening become available.
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