Blog Archives - HAPPY VEG

Sweet Potato Black Bean Quesadillas

3/31/2021

Quesadillas are such a great weeknight meal because they don't really require much time or effort to whip up something delicious. The most time consuming part of this recipe is peeling and roasting some gorgeous sweet potatoes. Once roasted, it's as simple as stuffing a tortilla with copious amounts of cheddar & monterey jack, black beans, some salsa, and our delicious sweet p's.

It's an easy peasy, cheesy recipe that is going to become a once a weeker for me simply because it's just so tasty and so easy to put together. Head to the RECIPES page!

Botswana Issues 287 elephant hunting licenses

3/30/2021

Despite the fact that savanna and forest elephants are on the Endangered Species List, Botswana has issued licenses to slaughter nearly 300 elephants. These decisions are fueled by money but has there been any consideration given to where the money will come from when elephants go extinct? No more trophy hunts, no more licenses, no more Safari tourism...it will all disappear with the extinction of elephants. Learn more under the ANIMAL NEWS tab.

My Spring Produce Faves

3/27/2021

Spring has sprung here in Ontario Canada, and with that comes some of my absolute favourite produce at its peak. Head to the KITCHEN, VEGGIES, and HEALTH page for my absolute fave spring produce and some recipes to go along with them!

Leek & Cremini Mushroom Skillet Pot Pie

3/26/2021

Pot pies are definitely my kind of comfort food. A crispy, golden brown crust that sits atop a rich and creamy filling, ugh, literally heaven.

I've whipped up a leek and cremini mushroom pot pie in the skillet which makes this a one pan dish for easy clean up. The filling consists of leeks and cremini mushrooms, potatoes, asparagus, herbs, and a wonderfully creamy base. The crust is simple and with the help of an egg wash, gets gloriously golden brown out of the oven. For me, there's nothing better than cracking through that crust to reveal the creamy filling underneath. Literally, so delicious.

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Why Our Continued Slaughter of Natural Predators is a Mistake

3/25/2021

The planet's predatory animals have long been under attack from hunters and poachers. What we have failed to realize is that by decimating predators, we invite the overpopulation of herbivorous species. Then, we happily cull those as well, manipulating every aspect of the animal kingdom. Head to the ANIMAL NEWS page for a story on why killing our planet's predators is a huge mistake.

Four Poachers Arrested in Uganda for Lion Poisonings

3/24/2021

6 lions were found poisoned and dismembered in Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park leading to the arrest of four poachers. There are roughly 20, 000 lions remaining in the wild so any of them being slaughtered is detrimental to their survival. This story shows us that despite the many organizations that fight tirelessly to protect lions, they are still plunging towards extinction. Learn more under the ANIMAL NEWS tab!

Cheesy Garlic Duchess Potatoes

3/22/2021

I have yet to meet a potato I didn't love, and these cheesy garlic duchess potatoes are no exception. Duchess potatoes are an old French preparation of potatoes where a mash that includes egg yolks, is piped on to a baking tray, dressed in either egg wash or butter, and then baked until golden brown and glorious. It's like mashed potatoes 2.0, a little more interesting and perhaps a little more delicious dare I say?

I added in some extra old cheddar for some funk along with fresh garlic to really amp up the flavour of these beautiful potatoes. They're gorgeous and so yummy, head to the RECIPES page!

Some of my Fav Products

3/21/2021

Being Vegetarian / Vegan couldn't be easier nowadays with all of the amazing products available to us. Gardein, beyond meat, Lightlife, Yves, etc., they all offer something that I'm currently obsessed with. Head to the BYPASS or BUY page for some of my current fav products!

Facing Attacks & Insults

3/20/2021

I've come up against some of the nastiest comments and insults throughout my years of advocating for animals. Facing regular attacks and insults can be tricky, but there's often underlying reasons why people are so aggressive. Head to the ANIMAL NEWS page for some of the comments I've been hit with and why I believe compassion has to translate into how we approach these comments and threats.

Beef & Potato Stroganoff Soup

3/19/2021

I've been pretty obsessed with stroganoff lately, especially after I found the PC Brand Plant-Based Beef & Chicken broths. The plant-based beef broth was the perfect addition to my Beyond Beef & Potato Stroganoff soup. Rich, brown broth infused with red wine & Worcestershire sauce, and finished with sour cream, cream cheese, and cheddar. The resulting soup is absolutely delicious, creamy, and so satisfying. It gives you all the stroganoff vibes in a bowl of soup and there's absolutely nothing wrong with that!

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