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Meatloaf Muffins

12/30/2020

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This is a nostalgic one for me y'all! I've been really missing my mom lately and wanting to recreate some of the dishes that I loved from my childhood. Stuffed shells, mozzarella skillets, and meatloaf, all of which were favourites of mine back in the day.

Meatloaf is definitely one of those quintessential diner classics. There's something so nostalgic about a ketchupy glaze, it really brings me back. These little meatloaf muffins will give you all the feels. Serve them up with some mashed taters and green beans, but make sure to save a couple for sandwiches the following day.

Trust me, cold meatloaf sammies with yellow mustard are about as fabulous as they come. Head to the RECIPES page!
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Biscuit Topped Stew Skillet

12/26/2020

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Tis the season for soups and stews as the weather continues to get colder. I'm always after a hearty bowl of stew on a chilly evening which is where this recipe came about. The biscuit topping was such a last minute thought, but one that ended up making this otherwise simple yet delicious stew, extra special.

The stew is as traditional as they come in my opinion; a combination of fresh and frozen veggies, hearty beans, and lots of fresh herbs, bubbling away together in the skillet. What makes this stew extra special is the addition of the drop biscuit topping. 

The drop biscuits nestle themselves in the stew unassumingly at first,  only to expand and become gloriously golden brown when finished baking. Skip the extra dishes and do everything in the skillet! Get the RECIPE now!
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Merry Christmas!

12/25/2020

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While Christmas is likely a bit different for all of us this year as we continue to deal with the covid-19 pandemic, I wish you all a safe and enjoyable Christmas. Much love to each and every one of you <3
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Veggieful Breakfast Casserole

12/24/2020

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I'm always on the hunt for brunch ideas when the weekend comes and I was super excited to find this recipe from Love and Lemons. I swapped out a few things and made some minimal changes to the original recipe but kept the idea the same. 

This breakfast casserole is chalk full of veggies like asparagus, sweet potato, and cremini mushrooms and baked until golden and stunning. I absolutely love how all of the veggies kind of create a top layer crust that's so beautiful and colourful. 

I also must admit, I usually dislike sweet potatoes but they really made this breakfast casserole extra special.

Head to the RECIPES page!
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National Park Services Denying Water to Thirsty Tule Elk

12/23/2020

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Tule Elk on the Point Reyes National Seashore are suffering as California endures a continued drought that is making water impossible for the elk to find. Instead of allowing activists to bring much needed water to the dying elk, the National Park Services is denying entry to activists, pandering to the animal agriculture industry that operates on approximately 1/3 of the "wilderness area" of the park. 

What good is a National park if the animals supposedly protected within said park are being denied what they need to survive? Learn more under the ANIMAL NEWS tab!

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USWFS - More Lawsuits Over Wolverines

12/22/2020

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The USFWS is once again being slapped with a lawsuit over their lack of action in protecting the remaining 300 wolverines throughout the US. This marks the second time the USFWS has been sued regarding wolverines. We need an organization that is ready to tackle conservation, not one that has to be sued repeatedly as endangered species plummet further towards extinction.

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Stuffed Meatball Marinara Sammies

12/20/2020

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​The very first time I made these meatballs, I knew immediately after I took the first bite that I was inevitably going to stuff them with cheese. Were they going to be stuffed and served as a standalone dish with marinara? Were they going to be smaller and served on top of a plate of pasta? Were they to be stuffed in between some bread and served as a sammie?


I finally settled on stuffed meatball sammies. They're so delicious and meaty, full of flavour and stuffed with melty mozzarella. 

Head to the RECIPES page!
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Lab Grown Meat - Is it the Future?

12/19/2020

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A private club in Singapore will be the first to serve lab grown chicken to diners on December 19th. How is lab grown meat produced and will it replace factory farming? Head to the KITCHEN, VEGGIES, & HEALTH page for my thoughts!
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Skillet Shep's Pie

12/18/2020

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Ever since I purchased my cast iron skillet, I've been looking for anything and everything to make in it. What I'm especially fond of is the fact that you can often make an entire meal in just your skillet without needing to cook in a variety of pans. It really eliminates the clean up at the end of the meal!

This time around, I whipped up a delicious and hearty Shepherd's Pie that baked up perfectly in the skillet. The filling is about as traditional as they come with plant based beef, fresh cob corn that provides pops of crunch and sweetness, mixed veggies, and fresh herbs. Everything is baked under a gorgeous layer of mashed potatoes that I had fun piping on but you can totally just spread them on with a spatula. The piped potatoes however get nice and brown edges that really  invite you to tuck into it.

You guys will love this! Head to the RECIPES page!
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Trump Admin Approves Seismic Blasting for Oil off the Gulf of Mexico

12/16/2020

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In yet another demonstration of the Trump admin's wholly negligent approach to animal welfare, they've gone ahead and approved seismic blasting in search of oil off the Gulf of Mexico. These damaging blasts disrupt marine life, destroy habitats, and will undoubtedly push the critically endangered Bryde whales to extinction. Learn more under the ANIMAL NEWS tab!
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    Hey everyone, Jonathan here and I'm the Happy Veg! I love creating vegetarian recipes that everyone can enjoy, whether you're going vegetarian for the first time, or giving meatless Monday a go! Thanks for visiting the blog and have a  great day xo

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