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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 22h

Like shepherd's pie? Make it a Gardener's Pie! 🥕 Mushrooms, lentils, carrots & peas in savory gravy, topped with mashed potatoes and cauliflower. Hearty, cozy, plant-based comfort food. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-main-d...

Mini vegan shepherd's pies (gardener's pies) baked in cast iron pots.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

My mom called this "Mom's Natural Apple Pie." 🍎🍏 Years later, my daughter and I gave her recipe a plant-based update with vegan butter and maple syrup. It's still one of our family favorites. It's simply delicious. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-desser...

A homemade vegan apple pie with a lattice topped crust.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Put the kettle on. ☕ Warm, fluffy vegan scones + good jam + a cup of tea. Ready in about 20 minutes. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-breakf...

Classic vegan British scones with jam and clotted cream arranged on serving plates.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Vegan Texas Tamale Pie 🌶️🌽 Beans, peppers, tomatoes & sweet corn baked under fluffy homemade jalapeño cornbread. My favorite skillet dinner. Hello fall cooking.🍁 thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-main-d...

A cast iron skillet and a plate with vegan Texas tamale pie.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

I'm not much of a spectator sports person. But a table loaded with vegan game day snacks? THAT I can get excited about. ⚾️ 🏈 ⚽️

A collage of vegan game day snacks including chili, mac & cheese, pepper poppers, nachos, soft pretzels, tortilla pinwheels, meatballs, hummus.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Hello October! 🎃 Pumpkin bread season has officially arrived. Moist, tender, warmly spiced & made with applesauce. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-desser...

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

It's Oktoberfest season. Bring on the pretzels! 🥨 Soft & chewy inside with that salty golden crust. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-appeti...

Homemade soft pretzels arranged on a board with dishes of coarse salt and mustards.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Dinner in under 20 minutes. One pot, hearty, zesty & budget-friendly. This is what I make when the family wants dinner NOW. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-main-d...

A Dutch oven/pot filled with vegan chili.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

October is almost here, and it's National Apple Month! 🍎🍏 I've rounded up 8 of my favorite vegan apple recipes to celebrate. Not lying - I eat an apple a day, every day - with almond butter. My favorite afternoon snack.

A collage of vegan apple-centric dishes including apple pie, applesauce, and apple crisp.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Soup season is here. 🥕 I'm thinking vegan lentil soup. Lentils + lots of veggies + one pot. Simple, satisfying & budget-friendly. Enjoy! thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-soups-...

A bowl of vegan lentil soup with veggies and a lemon wedge.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Four ingredients. Lots of comfort. 🌱 Thinly sliced potatoes + cabbage + creamy vegan cheese, baked until bubbly and delicious. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d...

A baking dish and plate with vegan scalloped potatoes and cabbage.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Lemons + blueberries = 100% delish. Enjoy the recipe 🍋🫐 thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-recipe...

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Lemon + blueberries is always a good idea. 🍋🫐 Moist vegan blueberry bread topped with a sweet-tart lemon glaze. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-recipe...

A loaf of vegan lemon blueberry bread on a cake pedestal.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

My go-to vegan cheese sauce. 🌱 Creamy, cheddary cheesy, no dairy & no added oil. Nachos, tacos, potatoes, broccoli...I could keep going. 😄 thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-sauces...

A bowl filled with vegan cheddar cheese sauce.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Fall baking season is upon us! 🍂 Baking without eggs or dairy? Here's what I've learned about choosing substitutes that actually work. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-baking...

A collage of vegan baked goods, including lemon meringue pie, piña colada cupcakes, banana muffins, and applesauce cake on the cover of a guide titled Top Tips for Vegan Egg-free and Dairy-free Baking.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Tomato soup 🍅 Rich, velvety & creamy without the dairy. Just add a vegan grilled cheese sandwich and call it a day. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-soups-...

A bowl of vegan cream of tomato soup topped with a swirl of cashew cream , fresh basil, and croutons.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

I wanted my own vegan version of those popular broccoli cheese pot pies. 🥦 Broccoli, potatoes & carrots in creamy cheddar sauce with a flaky crust. No dairy needed. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-main-d...

A vegan broccoli cheese pot pie on a plate.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I have a soft spot for recipes that bring back warm memories. 🍎 This applesauce cake is one I've enjoyed making for years. Moist, warmly spiced & just sweet enough. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-desser...

A slice of vegan old-fashioned applesauce cake dusted with powdered sugar, on a plate.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Everyone has that one cookie from their childhood that takes you back to a happy place and time. This is mine. Old-fashioned vegan oatmeal cookies. Soft and chewy with just enough sweet, spice & everything nice. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-desser...

A plate of vegan old-fashioned oatmeal cookies.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Potatoes in tacos? Absolutely. 🌮 Crispy corn tortillas + mashed potatoes + savory cabbage + vegan cheese. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-main-d...

A plate and baking dish filled with potato and cabbage tacos topped with diced tomato, avocado, and lettuce.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Homemade cream of mushroom soup. 🍄‍🟫 Earthy mushrooms, fresh herbs & a rich, velvety broth. Add a slice of crusty bread and call it dinner. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-soups-...

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

I'm ready for fall baking. 🍁 25+ vegan pies, breads, muffins, cookies, cakes & more. thecarrotunderground.com/recipe-round...

A collage of vegan fall baked goods including pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, cranberry orange bread, oatmeal cookies, apple crisp, applesauce cake, and zucchini bread.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

We’re still in the middle of a heatwave here in San Diego, and today it was just too hot in the house to cook. So I gave myself the afternoon off and headed outside. As the saying goes - if you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.🔥

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Despite the current heatwave where I live, my appetite has decided it's fall. 😄 Homemade vegan pot pie with tofu, veggies & a flaky golden crust. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-main-d...

Three vegan veggie & tofu pot pies baked in ramekins.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Soup season is sneaking back. 🥕 Carrot Ginger Soup. Light, cozy & made in one pot. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-soups-...

A bowl of vegan carrot ginger soup topped with pumpkin seeds, fresh dill, and vegan plain yogurt.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Not quite ready to let go of summer berries. 🌱 Tart raspberries + sweet vegan white chocolate in soft, fluffy muffins. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-breakf...

A plate of vegan white chocolate raspberry muffins.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Still in summer mode.☀️ Lemon Artichoke Orzo Salad with chickpeas, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, basil & vegan feta. Perfect for Labor Day weekend. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d...

A bowl filled with vegan Mediterranean lemon artichoke orzo salad.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Still hanging onto summer.☀️ This 4 Bean Fiesta Salad is perfect for Labor Day barbecues, potlucks and picnics. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d...

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Yes, you can make honey without bees. 🍯💚 Mine starts with apple juice and easy-to-find clover tea bags. thecarrotunderground.com/condiments/v...

An apple slice dipped into a bowl of vegan honey.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Homemade applesauce is easier than you might think. 🍎 I use tart + sweet apples, lemon, cinnamon & a little maple syrup. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d...

A bowl of homemade applesauce sprinkled with cinnamon.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Apple crisp season. 🍎 Sweet + tart apples, cranberries, orange juice, cinnamon, and a crisp oat topping. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-desser...

A small bowl on a plate filled with apple crisp and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The first time I made this quinoa salad, I took it to a potluck. It disappeared within minutes, and I've been making it ever since. 🌱 thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d... #veganrecipes #quinoasalad

Two bowls filled with Southwestern quinoa salad.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Thousand Island dressing was a family favorite when I was growing up. This is my vegan spin on that familiar creamy, tangy, slightly sweet dressing. 🌱 thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-dressi... #veganrecipes

A simple lettuce and tomato salad and vegan chicken nuggets with thousand Island dressing.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Mom's macaroni salad has been a family favorite for years. 🌱 Petite pasta + tart olives + crisp celery & onion + creamy tangy dressing. Seconds? Definitely. Thirds? Probably. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d... #vegan #macaronisalad

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Got more zucchini than recipes? 🌱 Make zucchini bread! Moist, lightly sweet, with cinnamon, vanilla & walnuts. One delicious way to put that late-summer bounty to good use. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-desser... #vegan #zucchini

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

It's too hot to cook. So don't. 🌱 This chilled Vegan Egg Salad requires no cooking, is packed with protein & works for just about any meal. Sandwiches, salads, cucumber slices...or just grab a fork. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d...

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Watermelon has officially been my favorite food this summer. 🍉 I'm eating it every way I can, including this pico with mango, cucumber, lime & a little heat. Pass the chips! thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d...

A bowl of fresh watermelon mango pico de gallo.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Gotta love a spouse who loves to cook and draws the best bunnies! John is a super talented cook (and artist), and his Garden Zucchini Squash Casserole recipe is one of the most popular on the site. Last night's version + baked tofu = one beautiful dinner. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d...

A baking dish with baked savory baked tofu and another with a zucchini squash casserole on a cooling rack, in front of a stove backsplash featuring a hand-drawn Dutch rabbit with a carrot.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

My grandmother grew up on an Idaho potato farm. She knew her potatoes. Her potato salad has been a family favorite for generations. The original wasn't vegan. This one is, and it tastes just as I remember it. Blue-ribbon worthy. 🌱 thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d...

A bowl of vegan old-fashioned potato salad.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Summer isn't over yet, and neither is BBQ season!☀️ Grilled tofu & veggies, fresh salads, picnic favorites and, of course, dessert. thecarrotunderground.com/recipe-round... #vegan #veganbbq #summerrecipes

A collage of the best vegan BBQ recipes including tofu skewers, berry crumble, fiesta bean salad, veggie skewers, potato salad, rainbow wraps, watermelon salad.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

My husband insisted he didn't like coleslaw. Turns out he didn't like BAD coleslaw. Crisp cabbage + carrots + creamy, tangy dressing = one converted coleslaw skeptic. thecarrotunderground.com/dinner/class... #vegan #coleslaw

A bowl of coleslaw with shredded carrot, red and green cabbage, and scallions next to a jar of dressing.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

My husband insisted he didn't like coleslaw. Turns out he didn't like BAD coleslaw. 😄 Crisp cabbage + carrots + creamy, tangy dressing = one converted coleslaw skeptic. thecarrotunderground.com/dinner/class... #vegan #coleslaw

A bowl of coleslaw with shredded carrot, red and green cabbage, and green onion next to a jar of dressing.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

My #1 dish this summer. 🍉 I've been making this Watermelon Cucumber Salad several times a WEEK. That's how much I love it. Sweet, crisp, citrusy, creamy & ridiculously refreshing. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-side-d... #vegan #summerrecipes

A bowl of watermelon cucumber salad with chopped avocado, red onion, and basil tossed in a citrusy dressing.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

've hosted a LOT of parties over the years. My best advice for feeding vegan & non-vegan guests together? Make really good food. Make plenty of it. Make everyone feel welcome. 🌱 thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-living... #vegan #entertaining

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Yes, tofu belongs on the barbecue.🔥 Orange + maple + soy sauce + garlic make one tasty marinade. Grill it as brown and crispy around the edges as you like. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-main-d... #vegan #grilling #tofu

Tofu and veggie skewers on a barbecue grill.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

I've eaten more lemon bars than I care to admit while testing this recipe. 🍋 Worth it. Buttery shortbread + silky lemon custard. No eggs or dairy. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-desser... #veganbaking #lemonbars

Four vegan lemon bars dusted with powdered sugar, arranged on a serving plate.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

I don't think tzatziki needs yogurt to be delicious.🌱 Cashews + cucumber + dill + tart lemon do the job beautifully. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-dressi... #vegan #tzatziki

A bowl and jar filled with vegan tzatziki sauce surrounded by pita bread, olives, and fresh dill.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I'm all for Taco Tuesday. I'm even more in favor of Taco Anyday. 🌮 These are filled with seasoned pulled jackfruit and all the good stuff. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-main-d... #vegan #tacos #jackfruit

Vegan street tacos filled with seasoned pulled jackfruit, shredded cabbage, salsa, and guacamole on a plate.

A cast iron skillet filled with cooked seasoned pulled jackfruit next to a corn tortilla filled with cooked jackfruit arranbed on a bamboo board.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

I've made a LOT of vegan cheese sauces over the years. This is the one I keep coming back to. 🧀 Very vegan & very good! thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-sauces... #vegan #vegancheese

Vegan cheese sauce being poured into a bowl.

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The Carrot Underground🥕 @veganconnie.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Ted Lasso is back, which means it's time for biscuits.🇬🇧 Buttery vegan shortbread inspired by Biscuits with the Boss. thecarrotunderground.com/vegan-desser... #TedLasso #VeganBaking

A pink box filled with vegan shortbread biscuits and a cup of tea next to a framed image of Ted Lasso.

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