Appetizers and Sides

Like everyone else is probably saying in their end of the year posts, where did this year go? I still remember what I was doing at this time last year, and now I am prepping this blog post for you guys and getting ready for a cozy night in with my family in Big Bear, CA :) Today I am going to round up the top 10 2016 favorites that you and I enjoyed this year + bits of what was happening in my life during those recipes :) It's funny how looking back at food photos for me is just as nostalgic as any other photo, I can remember my life at that time. I am excited for all of the fun and exciting recipes to come in 2017, I have a lot in store for you! Dill & Chive Bean Dip Or Spread {Oil-Free, Low-Fat} sweetsimplevegan.com

Everything Bagel Vegan Thanksgiving Stuffing {oil-free} sweetsimplevegan.comNO WAY??...YES WAY, this happened and you must recreate it, ASAP. Bagels are a girl's best friend right? Well, at least this girl's ???? As some of you may see from my YouTube and my boyfriend Chris' Instagram, my whole fam LOVES bagels. Seriously, we go through 2 bags of bagels weekly at this point ???? So why not take our bagel game to the next level and bring to our thanksgiving table?Everything Bagel Vegan Thanksgiving Stuffing {oil-free} sweetsimplevegan.com

Date-Sweetened Caramel Apples {oil- gluten- & refined sugar-free w/ raw option} sweetsimplevegan.comBack at it again with another recipe, I have been on a roll lately and I am so pumped to be able to you all more healthy vegan recipes to try out, especially during this time of the year. It's that time of year again for the classic caramel apple, so I decided it would be perfect create a healthy vegan version that is actually good for you. Seriously, you could eat this for breakfast and feel amazing!

Cream Cheese Spinach & Artichoke Dip {oil-free with gluten-free option} sweetsimplevegan.comYESSSSS BABY YES. This is one of those YOU HAVE TO TRY THIS type recipes. It is perfect for parties, holidays, wild Friday nights in...anytime you can make an excuse to make it, it's perfect for. By the way, I should add that I served this to a whole crowd of non vegans and it was devoured within 20 minutes ;) I am not sure what sparked my want of a spinach artichoke dip, but I am so glad that it happened because this was OUT OF THIS WORLD.

Halloween Edible Eyeballs: Vegan Ricotta Stuffed Mushrooms {4-Ingredients, Oil & Gluten-free} sweetsimplevegan.comAn easy peasy spooky recipe to share with your family and friends this Halloween! This recipe is perfect to make with kids as it requires only 4 ingredients and a little bit of creativity! Have fun with this, experiment with other ingredients, and make sure you tag me on Instagram @sweetsimplevegan or twitter @sweetsimpleveg and hashtag #sweetsimplevegan if you recreate any of my recipes, I love to see your photos! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qkrabri3IGw This recipe was inspired by a real wizard in the kitchen, Jackie of Vegan Yack Attack. Jackie as one of the inspirations for me to start a blog.t I love how the community here in Los Angeles has brought us together because we are now friends, who would have known!