The Jazzy Vegetarian

Host Laura Theodore prepares a plant-based Christmas menu featuring Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms, a flavorful but simple to assemble dish filled with breadcrumbs, walnuts and baby spinach. Holiday Rosemary Smashed Potatoes make a fun and flavorful way to present spuds. For dessert, Mini Raspberry Cheeze-Cakes showcase fresh raspberries nestled in a tofu "cheese" filling, with a gluten-free, flourless crust.

Host Laura Theodore prepares a vegan celebratory meal for friends and family, highlighting a satisfying, easy-to-prepare Yummy Pecan, Sunflower Seed, and Zucchini Loaf served with Simple Mushroom Gravy and Red Potato and Cauliflower Mash. Quick Pecan-Date Truffles make a delicious, sweet dessert.

Host Laura Theodore prepares festive plant-based recipes for a warm weather party. The fabulous menu includes Tofu Teriyaki Kebabs-a colorful combination of veggies and tofu roasted in sweet teriyaki sauce and served over Quick Quinoa. For the first course, Almost Caesar Salad is reminiscent of the classic recipe, but in this plant-based version, whipped walnuts offer an excellent egg alternative. For dessert, a simple but elegant vegan White Chocolate Mousse has a creamy texture and delicious taste.

Host Laura Theodore prepares vegan snacks for Broadway choreographer Chase Brock and the entire cast of Music Man! Carrot-Chickpea Spread is the perfect plant-based substitute for chicken salad, served in Cute Little Tortilla Bowls. Guacamole Mini Peppers are tasty nibbles of avocado dip, nestled in colorful mini-peppers. Nutty Chocolate Chip Trail Mix combines a festive variety of nuts and dried fruits. For a sweet treat, Cherry-Chocolate Pudding Bites feature a baked tortilla, dipped in melted chocolate and filled with a delightful pudding.