Teach Me How To Vegan – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share some of our favorite products we buy at Trader Joe’s and discuss how we use them. We include vegan replacement products (such as meats and cheeses) as well as items that are naturally or “accidentally” vegan (such as pastas and sauces). We also include tips for stretching your food budget and creating meals that are quick and convenient.

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we welcome back special guest Registered Dietitian Gabriel Gaarden to help us take a deep dive into all things relating to vitamin B12 and better understand why it is frequently talked about when discussing vegan diets. We also discuss where vitamin B12 comes from, why we need it, how much we need, and how we can be sure we are getting enough vitamin B12 on a vegan diet.  

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we continue the conversations from previous episodes about how to stay motivated, bounce back after a relapse, and stay vegan. We explore some common themes among “ex-vegans” and discuss some articles and theories on behavior change to offer more tips and insights to help you stay the course.  

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.


Resources Mentioned:

Plant Proof (Book & Podcast)
https://plantproof.com

Stephen Covey, author of Seven Habits of Highly Effective People
https://www.corporatewellnessmagazine.com/article/how-to-make-behavior-change-last         

Habit Stacking article (James Clear)
https://jamesclear.com/habit-stacking

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we help you prepare for the big game with more ideas for delicious snacks, appetizers, and ideas for veganizing the most popular Super Bowl foods. This episode is great for planning fun foods for watching football, the Olympics, movie marathons, or a day of board games.   

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.

Recipes Mentioned:

Cheddar Cheese Ball (Mickey omitted almonds, mustard powder, cayenne, and miso)
https://courtneyshomestead.com/easy-vegan-cheese-ball/

Mozzarella Cheese (Mickey used agar powder instead of flakes – see note in recipe)
https://www.stephsunshine.com/vegan-life/vegan-mozzarella-cheese-cashew

Chive Cheese Ball (Mickey omitted cayenne, miso, basil; and used walnuts instead of almonds)
https://lovingitvegan.com/vegan-cheese-ball/

Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
https://www.hotforfoodblog.com/recipes/2014/02/11/cauliflower-buffalo-wings/

10 Minute Pizza Dough
https://www.sugardishme.com/10-minute-pizza-dough/

Sour Cream
https://www.godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-tofu-sour-cream

Chocolate Chip Cookies
https://healthyhappylife.com/my-best-vegan-cookie-recipe-yet-plus-7

Cookie Dough Dip
https://homemadehooplah.com/cookie-dough-dip


Products Mentioned:

Field Roast Wings
https://fieldroast.com/product/buffalo-wings/


Restaurants Mentioned:

Slice & Dice Pizzeria
https://sliceanddicepizzeria.com

Trail Rider Pizza
https://trailriderpizza.com

Sergio’s Bakery & Café
https://www.facebook.com/Sergios-Bakery-and-Cafe-278996478889576/

Blaze Pizza
https://www.blazepizza.com


Resources Mentioned:

Appetizers episode
https://apnm.org/what-we-do/promoting-plant-based-eating/podcast-teach-me-how-to-vegan/podcast-appetizers/

What Do Vegans Grill episode
https://apnm.org/what-we-do/promoting-plant-based-eating/podcast-teach-me-how-to-vegan/podcast-what-do-vegans-grill/

How To Veganize Your Favorite Foods
https://apnm.org/what-we-do/promoting-plant-based-eating/podcast-teach-me-how-to-vegan/podcast-how-to-veganize-your-favorite-foods/

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we welcome back special guest Registered Dietitian Gabriel Gaarden for a rich and thorough conversation about calcium. We discuss how much calcium we all need, vegan food sources of calcium, other actions we can take to ensure good bone health on a vegan diet, and of course so much more.  

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.


Resources Mentioned:
Calcium RDA and Food Sources (National Institutes of Health)
https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Calcium-HealthProfessional/

Nutritionfacts.org (Dr. Michael Greger)
https://nutritionfacts.org

T. Colin Campbell’s Center for Nutrition Studies
https://nutritionstudies.org


Products Mentioned:

Ripple Milk
https://www.ripplefoods.com/original-plant-milk/


Recipes Mentioned:

Fried Eggs
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Fried-Eggs-Recipe.pdf

Sour Cream (with Silken Tofu)
https://www.godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-tofu-sour-cream

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we have another fun conversation about our favorite and most challenging meal—breakfast! We share 8 new ideas for hearty breakfasts and share some new tips for simplifying your cooking and breakfast routine!

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.

Recipes Mentioned:

Tabitha Brown’s Grits
https://youtu.be/rkwjN2zSshs

10 Minute Pizza Crust
https://www.sugardishme.com/10-minute-pizza-dough/

Pancakes
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Pancakes-Recipe.pdf

Baked Oatmeal
https://goodfoodbaddie.com/apple-cinnamon-baked-oatmeal-vegan-gf/

Apple Bread
https://www.afarmgirlsdabbles.com/grandma-barbs-apple-bread/


Products Mentioned:

Field Roast Sausage
https://fieldroast.com/product/smoked-apple-sage-sausage/

Beyond Sausage
https://www.beyondmeat.com/en-US/products/beyond-breakfast-sausage

Dave’s Killer Bread
https://www.daveskillerbread.com

Soyrizo (there are many brands – this is just one example)
https://www.caciquefoods.com/products/soy-chorizo/


Resources Mentioned:

Tabitha Brown on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/iamtabithabrown/

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we have a bite-sized conversation about some of our favorite appetizers and finger foods that we enjoy year round, but especially around the holidays when we’re entertaining guests and/or entertaining ourselves.

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.

Products Mentioned:

Daiya Cheese Block
https://daiyafoods.com/our-foods/blocks/medium-cheddar/

Crescent Rolls
https://www.pillsbury.com/products/crescents/original

Trader Joe’s Caramelized Onion Dip
https://www.mashed.com/364211/trader-joes-has-an-all-new-vegan-caramelized-onion-dip-and-fans-are-excited/

Trader Joe’s Taco Seasoning
https://traderjoesrants.com/2019/11/08/tjs-taco-seasoning-mix/


Recipes Mentioned:

Spinach Artichoke Dip
https://simple-veganista.com/vegan-spinach-artichoke-dip/

Puff Pastry Pinwheels
https://apvnm.org/laws-and-paws-2020/victory-57/

Buffalo Cauliflower
https://www.hotforfoodblog.com/recipes/2014/02/11/cauliflower-buffalo-wings/

Muddy Buddies (use vegan chocolate chips and vegan butter of your choice)
https://www.chex.com/recipes/chex-muddy-buddies

Cheese Sauce
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cheese-Sauce-Recipe.pdf


Resources Mentioned:

Plant-Based Hors D'oeuvres Video
https://youtu.be/ZhLoPmb9KEY

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share oodles of ideas for vegan friendly gifts. Whether you’re looking for ideas to give others who want to give you gifts, or if you’re looking to give a gift to a vegan in your life, you are sure to find helpful ideas and inspiration here!  

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.


Recipes Mentioned:

Biscochitos
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Biscochitos-Recipe.pdf

Iced Sugar Cookies
https://www.noracooks.com/vegan-sugar-cookies/

Chocolate Chip Cookies
https://healthyhappylife.com/my-best-vegan-cookie-recipe-yet-plus-7

Chocolate Covered Strawberries
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Chocolate-Covered-Strawberries-Recipe.pdf

Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix
https://joyfoodsunshine.com/dairy-free-homemade-hot-chocolate-mix/


Products Mentioned:

Eat Pastry Cookie Dough
https://eatpastry.com/pages/products

Sweet Lauren’s Cookie Dough
https://www.target.com/p/sweet-loren-39-s-gluten-free-vegan-chocolate-chunk-cookie-dough-12oz/-/A-53054658  

Betty Crocker Sugar Cookie Dough (DOUBLE CHECK ingredients because some are not vegan)
https://www.target.com/p/betty-crocker-sugar-cookie-mix-21oz/-/A-47095429

NM Piñon Coffee
https://nmpinoncoffee.com


Resources Mentioned:

Root 66 Café
https://root66.com  

Sweet Potato Soul Cookbook
https://sweetpotatosoul.com/sweet-potato-soul-cookbook/

Student’s Go Vegan Cookbook
https://www.amazon.com/Students-Go-Vegan-Cookbook-Recipes/dp/0307336530

Nora Cooks
https://www.noracooks.com

Tía Mom’s Cocina (Local Up and Coming Baker)

https://www.facebook.com/TiaMomsCocina

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share loads of ideas for re-imagining your leftovers. So if you find yourself with a fridge full of holiday leftovers and don’t want to keep eating the same plate of re-heated food, we’ve got you covered! If you don’t have any holiday leftovers, you will still want to tune in to get some ideas and inspiration for what to do when you find yourself with lots of leftovers.  

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.


Recipes Mentioned:

No Fuss Pie Crust
https://12tomatoes.com/no-fuss-pie-crust/

Quick Pizza Dough
https://www.sugardishme.com/10-minute-pizza-dough/  

Green Bean Casserole
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Green-Bean-Casserole-Recipe.pdf

Enchiladas
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Green-Chile-Chikn-Enchiladas-Recipe.pdf

Fried Eggs – Vegan Side Up
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Fried-Eggs-Recipe.pdf


Products Mentioned:

Nasoya Egg Roll Wraps
https://www.nasoya.com/products/egg-roll-wraps/

Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
https://www.pillsbury.com/products/crescents/original

All Vegetarian Inc. Roast
https://veganforall.com/products/vegan-turkey-roast

Just Egg
https://www.ju.st/plant-based-eggs

In this episode of Teach Me How To Vegan we share 10 more tangible baby steps that you can take to help jump start your vegan journey. No matter where you are, whether you’re still trying to figure out how to get started or you’ve been vegan for many years, we could all use some inspiration to help motivate us and help us find joy and excitement on this journey. In celebration of World Vegan Month, we also discuss encouraging others to pledge to take action this month, and offer suggestions for how to do that including our list of more baby steps you can take.

The contents of this podcast are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not constitute medical or other professional advice.

Recipes Mentioned:

Stuffed Squash
https://apnm.org/what-we-do/promoting-plant-based-eating/plant-based-recipes/

Lentil Loaf
https://highcarbhannah.co/recipes/vegan-lentil-loaf/

Green Bean Casserole
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Green-Bean-Casserole-Recipe.pdf

Pumpkin Pie
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Pumpkin-Pie-Recipe.pdf

Pumpkin Cheesecake
https://apnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Pumpkin-Cheesecake-Recipe.pdf


Products Mentioned:

Just Egg
https://www.ju.st/plant-based-eggs

Guide to Vegan Microwave Popcorn
https://www.iamgoingvegan.com/vegan-microwave-popcorn/  

Hope French Onion Dip
https://hopefoods.com/products/french-onion-cashew-almond-dip

Kite Hill French Onion Dip
https://www.kite-hill.com/our-food/dips/

Good Karma French Onion Dip
https://goodkarmafoods.com/products/plant-based-french-onion-dip

Frito Bean Dip
https://www.fritos.com/products/fritos-original-bean-dip

Sweet Chili Doritos
https://www.doritos.com/products/doritos-spicy-sweet-chili-flavored-tortilla-chips


Resources Mentioned:

APNM Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/animalprotectionnm

APNM Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/animalprotectionnewmexico/

Panaderia Café Oaxaca (Magical Vegan Bakery with Vegan Flan in California)
https://www.facebook.com/Panaderia-Cafe-Oaxaca-146897312000776/

Getting the Family Onboard Podcast Episode
https://apnm.org/what-we-do/promoting-plant-based-eating/podcast-teach-me-how-to-vegan/podcast-getting-the-family-onboard/

Veganizing Halloween Podcast Episode
https://apnm.org/what-we-do/promoting-plant-based-eating/podcast-teach-me-how-to-vegan/podcast-veganizing-halloween/

Cooking for the Holidays Podcast Episode
https://apnm.org/what-we-do/promoting-plant-based-eating/podcast-teach-me-how-to-vegan/podcast-cooking-for-the-holidays/

Cooking for the Holidays New Mexico Edition Podcast Episode
https://apnm.org/what-we-do/promoting-plant-based-eating/podcast-teach-me-how-to-vegan/podcast-holiday-cooking-new-mexico-style/

Holiday Cooking Webinar
https://youtu.be/JVz2dGp_yck

Pumpkin Everything Webinar
https://youtu.be/atyb4Rd-5kA