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Seeded Multigrain Sourdough Bread

Seeded Multigrain Sourdough Bread is simple to make, texture rich, and with an earthy blend of grains and seeds to make a crave-worthy loaf. vegan

5-Ingredient Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup

Hearty, in season and simple. Just 5 ingredients in this Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup. With an easy prep, you have an, elegant meal!

Quick Stewed Apple Recipe (Fork-Tender!)ย 

Make these cinnamon Stewed Apples to top SO many things! From pancakes, oatmeal, waffles and ice cream to baked brie, they can go sweet or savory!

Hearty White Bean and Cabbage Soup with Potatoes

Hearty, nourishing and easy. White Bean Vegetarian Cabbage Potato Soup is a one pot recipe that will serve up cozy during the coldest months of the year.

Creamy Tomato Soup with Canned Tomatoes

This Creamy Tomato Soup with Canned Tomatoes recipe comes together in about 40 minutes in one pot. Make it creamy with dairy or plant milk.

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Iโ€™m Traci, the blogger behind Vanilla And Bean!

I make vibrant vegetarian food, bake sourdough and create from scratch baked recipes, sharing them here since 2014. Looking for delicious recipes that happen to be vegetarian? I’m so glad you stopped by!

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