How-To

Practical, tested guides for everyday vegan cooking and living.

How to Cook Dried Beans: Soak, Simmer, and Actually Get It Right

Dried beans are cheaper, better-tasting, and less wasteful than canned. Here's everything: soaking, stovetop, Instant Pot, the salt myth, acid timing, and storage.

How to Cook Tofu So It's Actually Good

Press it, use the cornstarch trick, and marinate after cooking. A practical technique guide for crispy, flavorful tofu every single time.

How to Make Cashew Cream (Thick, Thin, and Everything In Between)

Cashew cream is the one technique that changed how I cook vegan food. Soak, blend, done. Here's the ratio guide, the hot-soak shortcut, and when to use each version.

How to Press Tofu (And Why Skipping This Step Is Ruining Your Dinner)

Pressing tofu removes excess water so it crisps up and actually absorbs marinade. Here's the towel method, the press method, and the freezer trick for chewy texture.

Eating Vegan on GLP-1 Meds: The High-Protein, High-Fiber Playbook

On Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound and plant-based? Appetite drops, so protein and fiber have to lead. Here's how to eat to protect muscle and feel good.