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These flapjacks are leaps and bounds better than any other I've tested. The key is the buttermilk which makes them thick and fluffy and adds just the right flavor.

Hearty vegetarian Texas-style chili with meaty textured vegetable protein, kidney beans, peppers and tomatoes. A high-protein, meatless pot simmered low and slow, and even better the next day.

I have been making Belgium waffles for breakfast a few times recently. I personally like waffles better than pancakes. The super crispy outer layer is something that pancakes can't compete.

It's easy, tasty and satisfying. A perfect dinner on a busy week day. No need to order takeout. This homemade version will definitely beat any takeouts, and much better for you.

Easy garlicky tabouli with bulgur wheat, fresh parsley, garlic, and lemon juice. The vegan Middle Eastern grain salad in its simplest form, made even better by an overnight rest.

Making your own bread is always the way to go, it fills your entire place with great aroma during the baking, and nothing is better than a fresh loaf of bread.

General Tao chicken with crispy deep-fried leg meat tossed in a sweet-sour soy glaze with ginger, garlic, dried chilies, and sesame oil. Better than takeout, ready in 40 minutes.

Sweet and sour carrot salad: tender carrot coins, onion, and green pepper marinated in a tangy-sweet tomato dressing. The make-ahead 'copper pennies' salad that only gets better as it sits.

A very light, refreshing yet tasty salad, it's also very easy to make. It can be served right away or let marinate in the frige for overnight, it tastes even better next day.

Spicy sweet and sour cucumber salad: crisp cucumber tossed in a tangy, sweet, and chili-spiked dressing. A quick, refreshing side that gets even better after a chill in the fridge.

Sausage and lentil soup that's even better the next day. Browned sausage, vegetables, and herbs simmered into a hearty broth, with lentils added near the end so they stay tender, not mushy.

This soup is great, hot or even cold. Creamy and delicious, even better topped with some cheddar cheese! A great way to use up broccoli stems and save the florets for another use.

Pumpkin pie squares with a crumbly oat-and-brown-sugar shortbread crust and a fully spiced pumpkin custard. Bakes in one pan, cuts into 16 squares, and travels better than a round pie.

A Moroccan-style carrot salad of tender cooked carrots tossed warm in a zesty dressing of lemon, garlic, cumin, and cayenne. Vegan, make-ahead, and even better after a few hours in the fridge.

Because it is made with light margarine spread instead of traditional butter, this dense pound cake is rich and buttery-tasting, but better for you. Top the cake with a drizzle of orange icing.

The flavor was great, I used mixed greens, also added a clove of minced garlic, and it was delicious. Next time I will add some sun-dried tomatoes, that would be even better!