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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 16h

🌱 It's #thyme for more thyme #simplesyrup! It may be the season for all things cozy, but we can still enjoy refreshing #drinks. Use this simple syrup for a delicious 🍋 #lemon thyme homemade #soda ...all without sugar!

Recipe 👉🏽 inspiredepicurean.com/thyme-simple...

#veganfood #plantbased #herbs

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 1d

Which semolina pasta have you been using? I'm also enjoying Veggie Craft...it's one of the cheaper options in my area right now 🫠

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 8d

🌱 Question for my #pesto lovers: do you include nutritional yeast in your homemade pesto, or not?

Lately, we've been enjoying some #vegan pesto with just:

🌱 basil
🫒 olive oil
🍋 lemon zest
🧄 garlic
🌰 pine nuts (though, most nuts work)
🧂 salt

No cheese missed here! 😉 #veganfood #plantbased

overhead closeup of vegan pesto in a white dish

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 8d

Came to the comments for this...thanks for sharing! Looks delicious and glad for your experience! 🤗

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 10d

🌺 New! Clearly on a #simplesyrup kick lately (I like adding seltzer 💦 for homemade sodas 😉), and just published this #hibiscus simple syrup #recipe! Love the color for the holidays, and the delicious sweet-tart flavor...all without sugar!

Recipe 👉🏽 inspiredepicurean.com/hibiscus-sim...

#veganfood

closeup of hibiscus simple syrup in glass jar with wooden spoon resting in jar

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 11d

🎥 Ok, friends...pushing myself out of my comfort zone with this, but you're the first to know that I launched (officially) on YouTube today! 😬 😃

Excited to continue sharing #veganfood and #sustainable creations in a format I *hope* resonates. Feel free to take a peek!

youtu.be/xKx7zVe4m7s?...

Thyme Simple Syrup Recipe | Sugar Free | 4K

YouTube video by Inspired Epicurean

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 11d

Hahaha ABSOLUTELY!!! Hi, bestie!! 👋 👋 😂

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 13d

🌱 Have an abundance of #chives in the garden right now? Here's your reminder they make a DELICIOUS #focaccia topping. Subtle onion flavor, rich #oliveoil, and flaky sea salt...I know you're gonna like this one 😉

Recipe 👉🏽 inspiredepicurean.com/chive-focacc...

#vegansky #herbs #plantbased #bread

overhead image of chive focaccia pieces on cutting board with flaky sea salt in top right corner

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 13d

Thanks so much! I hope you love them! 🤗

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 13d

I'm right there with you!! My husband loves them, and they just taste too fake for me. 😬

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 16d

** 🔊 Sound up**

♨️ Don't you just love the sound of #nuts roasting? May not be chestnuts over an open fire, but the audio is all #fall vibes. 🧣

The focus acted up on the camera, but just listen to those toasty #walnuts.

(Made for these cookies 👉🏽 inspiredepicurean.com/walnut-short...)

#veganfood

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 19d

🧈 Excited to share this brand new #recipe for #vegan walnut shortbread #cookies...toasted nuts, rich vegan butter, a hint of sugar...it's a great fall treat! 😉

Recipe 👉🏽 inspiredepicurean.com/walnut-short...

To celebrate #nuts season...what nut is your fave?

#veganfood #walnuts #shortbread

stack of vegan walnut shortbread cookies

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 19d

Looks and sounds DELICIOUS!! 🤤

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 22d

🎃 🍌 Is it #bananabread season yet? Or is it ALWAYS banana bread season? 😉😂

#Vegan #pumpkin banana bread is ready to be Fall 2025's #comfortfood. Rich banana and pumpkin infused with fall spices = warm, comforting flavor.

Recipe 👉🏽 inspiredepicurean.com/vegan-pumpki...

#veganfood #plantbased

overhead image of vegan pumpkin banana bread slices on plate with pumpkins in the top left corner for decoration

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 22d

(I should also note that the quantities I mentioned were for testing and only yield about 2-3 tablespoons 😁) If you give your beautyberries a try, let me know! Happy to compare notes!

Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 22d

I think I'd prefer a little organic sugar here, though...the flavor of the berries is so light that the stevia sweetness overwhelmed it a little (IMO). Most people like making jelly with beautyberry (which I'm sure is great!), but I don't want to worry about 'setting' or missing out on the fiber. 😀

Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 22d

That's great!! I was doing some recipe testing with this, so was making it up. I used 1/3 cup berries and 1/3 cup water over medium heat. Simmered for about 10 minutes before mashing and stirring in a pinch of pure stevia & a little arrowroot powder (~1/2 tsp in a slurry) to thicken.

Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 22d

💜 Do you have #beautyberry in your yard?? Tested a batch of beautyberry #jam yesterday with #stevia. It was my first time tasting these little #berries and the flavor was really light and floral!

And, yes, I'm leaving plenty of berries for the #birds. 🐦 😉

#nativeplants #veganfood #plantbased

purple berries in bowl with american beautyberry bush in the background

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 25d

🍿 🍫 #Popcorn + #chocolate = a sweet and salty treat that might give maple roasted #cashews a run for their money 😂

AND these are #nowaste with a fun secret ingredient. 😉

Recipe 👉🏽 inspiredepicurean.com/popcorn-bark/

#veganrecipe #whatveganseat #dessert #easyrecipe #plantbased #recipe #foodie

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 26d

I hope you enjoy!!

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · 28d

🥜 NEW recipe for my friends who love #nuts, sweet and salty treats, and #recipes ready in 15 minutes! 😉 These #maple roasted #cashews are the perfect snack, appetizer, oatmeal topping, and more !

Recipe 👉🏽 inspiredepicurean.com/maple-roaste...

What's your favorite nut?

#veganfood #plantbased

overhead image of maple roasted cashews in white serving bowl next to pink tea towel

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · Sep 15

🥑 For my #avocadooil fans, here's a delicious #vegan 'buttermilk' #biscuit made right in your cast iron skillet!

Delicious flavor and fluffy texture make a delightful biscuit I know you'll love 🩷

Recipe 👉🏽 inspiredepicurean.com/avocado-oil-...

#veganfood #whatveganseat #plantbased #baking

closeup of avocado oil biscuit in cast iron skillet

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · Sep 15

Absolutely!! That's great about the branches...small piles of those outdoors are also good for wildlife, so it's a win-win! :)

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · Sep 14

🌰 We discovered a tree in our neighbor's yard (that overhangs ours) is a #chestnut! It doesn't appear to be the American variety nearly wiped out from blight, but still exciting. 🌳

I realized I've never tasted a chestnut before - have you? Any chestnut #recipes you'd recommend?

#nuts #veganfood

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Inspired Epicurean Ⓥ 🌎 @inspiredepicurean.bsky.social · Sep 12

🍓 Another fun use for #strawberry top #simplesyrup is the 'sauce' for strawberry shortcake! This version uses beer #biscuits, fresh strawberries, simple syrup, & #coconut whipped cream. 😍

Syrup recipe 👉🏽 bit.ly/4nsMvXB
Biscuit recipe 👉🏽 bit.ly/4mjm9GP

#veganfood #whatveganseat #plantbased #desserts

overhead image of strawberry shortcake with toppings

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