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Vegan Cooking Basics

Good plant cooking is technique, not sacrifice. This hub covers umami building, egg replacements, batch cooking, pressure-cooking legumes and a starter pantry.

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A colorful vegan sheet-pan dinner featuring roasted broccoli, bell peppers, chickpeas, and tofu, showcasing easy plant-based meals.
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What can I use instead of eggs in baking?
Flaxseed or chia gel for binding, aquafaba for whipping, mashed banana or apple sauce for moisture, and commercial replacers for structure-heavy bakes.

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