Posted on February 17, 2023April 6, 2023 by The All Natural — Leave a comment

Roasted Garlic Parmesan Green Beans

I’m always an advocate for eating your veggies & this combination I created is so fire! I usually like asparagus as my consistent side dish but green beans just as valid. This dish is one you definitely want to have in your rotation!

Serving Size

Serves 4 double for more servings.

Cooking Time

Prep 10 mins

Cook 30 mins

Recipe

2 bags of green beans (washed)

1/2 cup of vegan parmesan

1/4 cup of vegan butter

2 tablespoons of minced garlic

1 tablespoon of italian seasoning

1 tablespoon of chopped parsley

1/2 tablespoon of black pepper

1 tablespoon of garlic salt

(optional):

1 pack of plant based steak of choice

1/2 cup of bbq sauce of choice

1 cup of quinoa

1/2 tablespoon of italian seasoning, parsley, garlic salt, black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. In a medium sized bowl add the green beans, minced garlic, seasonings, vegan butter & vegan parmesan.

3. Thoroughly mix all the ingredients together so the green beans are well coated.

4. On a sheet tray or baking pan add the green beans to it. Space them out well enough so they cook evenly.

5. Bake for 20 mins.

6. Once done set aside & add a sprinkle of fresh parsley & more parmesan on top.

7. (Optional) for the Korean BBQ Steak, pour the sauce in a sauté pan on medium heat, then add the steak to it.

8. Cook steak in the sauce until it thickens & is hot. Remove from the heat

9. For the herbed quinoa, boil 2 1/2 cups of water & add quinoa & let it cook 10-12 mins until fluffy but not mushy.

10. Plate up a dish with the quinoa, Korean bbq steak, & herbed quinoa. Sprinkle a bit of parsley on top for presentation.

11. Eat & enjoy!

This is the recipe I used to make these Garlic Parmesan Green Beans. Add this to your dinner rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

I am Chef Lonnie.G I have been Vegan for 5 years & been building my chef brand since 2019. I have always had a love for cooking & baking ever since I was a young teenager. I have Carribean roots & alot of meals are inspired by what I ate growing up & the different places I have traveled through out my life. I’m always looking to expand, experiment, & teach new ways on how to expand our palates & still eat healthy meals. I have a variety services I offer such as Meal Prep, Private Chef, Virtual Cooking Classes.

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Posted on January 23, 2023February 3, 2023 by The All Natural — Leave a comment

Miami Mango Smoothie

Great for breakfast & even after a workout!

This is a simple recipe one anyone can make. I love starting the day with a refreshing smoothie. Having more fruit in your diet always will be a W. No better feeling then being energized & charged up to start the day.

Serving Size

Serves 1, double or triple recipe for more servings

Cooking Time

Prep 10 mins

Cook 5 mins

Recipe

1 mason jar

2 cups total of frozen mango, peaches, & pineapple

1/2 fresh mango diced in pieces

a few fresh sliced strawberries for topping

1/2 cup of maca powder

1/4 cup of chia seeds

1 cup of orange juice

Instructions

1. Add all the ingredients to the blender.

2. Blend until smooth consistency. (If its too thick for your liking add a bit more OJ to thin it out).

3. Pour smoothie into a mason jar.

4. Add the diced mangoes & sliced strawberries to the top. Sprinkle chia seeds on top.

5. Serve & drink up!

This is the recipe I used to make this Miami Mango Smoothie. Add this to your breakfast rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

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Posted on December 20, 2022February 3, 2023 by — Leave a comment

Veggie Lo Mein

Asian cuisine has always been one of my favorites.

Outside of the classics like fried rice & spring rolls the lo mein noodles always hit. So you know I had to put my own sauce on it. The Chef Lonnie.G way.

This is a simple recipe that anyone can make.

Serving Size

Serves 4 people

Double recipe for more servings

Cooking Time

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Recipe

1 head of broccoli chopped

1/2 cup of sliced red bell peppers

1/2 cup of sliced bella mushrooms

1/2 cup of sliced yellow onions

2 cloves of garlic minced

1 pack of lo mein noodles

1/4 cup of liquid aminos or (soy sauce)

1 cup of stir fry sauce

1 tablespoon of olive oil (sesame oil for more flavor)

1/2 tablespoon of garlic powder

1/2 tablespoon of parsley

Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil for lo mein noodles to cook.

2. Sauté onions & garlic in oil until soft.

3. Add the mushrooms, broccoli, peppers, to the pan & sauté for 3 mins until soft.

4. Drop the noodles in the water & cook for 4 mins until soft yet slightly firm.

5. Add the liquid aminos to the veggies & seasoning’s.

6. Drain the noodles & add them to veggies. Add the stir fry sauce & mix everything well.

7. Sprinkle a bit of parsley on top & take off the heat.

8. Plate up & serve with spring rolls on the side with chopsticks (if you want).

9. Eat & enjoy.

This is the recipe I used to make this fire Lo Mein Noodles very tasty. Definitely add this to your rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

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Posted on November 29, 2022February 3, 2023 by — Leave a comment

Vegan Jamaican Beef Patties

One of the most iconic Jamaican foods you can eat.

As a kid I ate these all the time with a refreshing champagne cola. Very nostalgic for me but y’all know I had to put my vegan twist on it!

This is an intermediate recipe that is a bit of a challenge but still one anyone can learn.

Serving Size

Serves 5 people

Double Recipe for more servings

Cooking Time

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 15 mins

Recipe

1/2 cup of diced yellow onions

1/4 cup of chopped garlic

8 cups of walnuts finely chopped

4 tablespoons of jerk seasoning/paste

sprinkle of black pepper, paprika, sea salt

1 pack of empanada doughs

1.5 liters of grape seed oil (about a bottle & half)

1 cup of ap flour

Instructions

1. Soak walnuts in hot water for 30 minutes.

2. Drain off water from walnuts & rough chop into fine pieces or blend them.

3. Sauté onions & garlic in a hot sauté pan with oil. Cook until veggies are soft.

4. Add the walnut meat & the jerk paste,

5. Cook on medium heat & mix everything well.

6. Add seasonings at the end once walnut meat is cooked.

7. Pour the grapeseed oil into a pot & turn on fire to high.

8. Spread some flour on a flat surface.

9. Lightly dip the empanada doughs in the flour.

10. Add the walnut meat to the doughs, fold over in half press with a fork on the edges to seal it.

11. Brush with melted butter.

12. Fry until golden brown about 2-3 mins.

13. Drain on paper towel & let cool.

14. Eat & enjoy!

This is the recipe I used to make these fire Jamaican Beef Patties. Super tasty definitely add this to your rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

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Posted on November 11, 2022February 3, 2023 by — Leave a comment

Paprika Roasted Cauliflower

Great for the fall time & a way to use leftover veggies.

Recently crafted this recipe at work & it was super fire. Loved the simplicity & how tasty it is.

Super simple recipe one you definitely want to add to your culinary bag. You gonna love it.

Serving Size

Serves 2 People

Double or Triple recipe for more servings

Cooking Time

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 20 Minutes

Recipe

1 head of cauliflower

1/2 cup of grape tomatoes

5-6 sweet peppers

3 tablespoons of paprika

2 tablespoons of olive oil

1/2 tablespoon of sea salt

1/2 tablespoon onion powder

1/4 cup sliced onions

sprinkle of parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. Cut cauliflower in to thick pieces.

3. Take the grape tomatoes, sweet peppers & cauliflower & add them to a baking pan.

4. Drizzle olive oil, paprika, sea salt, & onion powder.

5. Mix everything well so the veggies are well coated.

6. Bake for 20 minutes until veggies are soft but slightly firm.

7. Plate up & sprinkle chopped parsley on top.

8. Eat & enjoy.

This is the recipe I used to make these fire paprika roasted cauliflower. Super tasty definitely add this to your rotation!

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Posted on September 22, 2022November 15, 2022 by The All Natural — Leave a comment

Vegan Peach Cobbler Cheesecake

One of the most popular down south classic desserts.

I wanted to give my hand at this recipe & give it the Chef Lonnie.G treatment. I love cheesecake heavy & I knew it would pair well with a rich decadent peach cobbler.

This recipe is great for intermediate & expert bakers. Even if your new with baking this is still one you can learn to sharpen your skills.

Serving Size

Serves 4-6 people. Double recipe for more servings.

Cook Time

Prep 2 hrs

Cook 40 mins

Chill 2 hrs (overnight for more firm cheesecake)

Recipe

For the crust:

• ½ cup walnuts

• ½ cup almonds

• 1 cup pitted dates

¼ cup maple syrup

(I used a pre made crust)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

2 ½ cup raw cashews soaked

1 tablespoon lemon juice

⅓ cup almond milk

1 tablespoon of vanilla extract

¼ cup agave (maple syrup) is fine too

Peach Cobbler:

3 cups of sliced peaches (canned or fresh is fine)

1/2 cup ap flour

2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tablespoon of cinnamon

1/2 tablespoon of nutmeg

1 tsp salt

1 1/2 tablespoon of vanilla

1 1/2 cup of sugar

1 cup of almondmilk

1/2 cup of melted vegan butter

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

3. Blend soaked cashews, lemon juice, almond milk, vanilla extract, & agave until smooth for 3 mins.

4. Consistency should be smooth but not too thin. Pour the cheesecake mix into crust.

5. Freeze for 2 hrs to let set. (Overnight for a more firm cheesecake).

6. In a medium bowl whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, 1 cup of sugar. Set aside.

7. In a sauté pan add water, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, & sugar.

8. Add peaches & simmer on medium heat until they begin to caramelize.

9. Take the peaches off the heat.

10. In a baking dish add the melted butter. Then pour the cobbler batter on top.

11. Scoop the peaches on top of the cobbler batter. Bake for 40 mins on 350.

12. Let cobbler cool for 15-20 mins until room temp. Then scoop the cobbler on top of the cheesecake until completely covered.

13. Slice cheesecake, plate up & enjoy!

This is the recipe I used to make this Peach Cobbler Cheesecake. Add this to your weekly rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

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Posted on July 16, 2022February 10, 2023 by The All Natural — 1 Comment

BBQ Oyster Mushroom Sliders

Its the summer time & its always key to have vegan options for the bbq, cookout, kickback.

This recipe is the one.

This recipe is great for beginners. One your gonna keep making all summer.

Serving Size

Serves 4-6 people. Double recipe for more servings.

Cook Time

Prep 10 mins

Cook 15 mins

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Recipe

2 trumpet mushrooms (shredded with a fork)

1/2 Cup sliced bella mushrooms

1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic

1/2 cup of grapeseed oil (to sauté mushrooms & fry plantains)

3/4 Cup of barbecue sauce

1 tomato sliced in 4 pieces

4 sliced of pieces of romaine lettuce

1/4 cup of vegan butter (to spread on buns)

4 bread rolls

1/4 cup of sliced yellow onions

1 whole plantain sliced in 2 inch slices

Instructions

1. Slice & prep all your veggies.

2. Fry plantains until crispy on each side 2-3 mins), drain on a towel set a side.

3. Take Trumpet & Bella mushrooms & sauté in garlic until tender.

4. Add bbq sauce to mushrooms & cook for 2 mins on medium heat until more tender but not too soft.

5. Take sliced yellow onions & sauté them until they are caramelized.

6. Toast your buns with the vegan butter in toaster oven.

7. Build the sliders, add the lettuce, tomato, plantains, onions, bbq mushrooms on buns.

8. Plate up & enjoy ‼️

This is the recipe I used to make these tasty BBQ Oyster Mushroom Sliders. Add this to your weekly rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

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Posted on April 1, 2022November 17, 2022 by The All Natural — Leave a comment

Vegan Snickers Ice Cream Bars

Snickers Ice Cream but on a different level

Fun fact I used to want to be a pastry chef before I decided to be a private chef. I always had a love for creating fire desserts since high school. Snicker bars were one of my favs growing up.

This is an intermediate/advanced recipe for my true culinarians. It may take a few attempts. But I promise you its worth it. You & your family & friends gonna go crazy over it.

Serving Size

Serves 6 people at 2 bars per person. Double the recipe for more servings.

Cook Time

Prep 2 hrs

Cook 12 hrs

Recipe

For the Ice Cream Layer

1/3 cup of agave nectar

2/3 cup coconut milk

1 tsp of vanilla

2 cups of soaked raw cashews

For the Caramel Layer

3/4 cup of pitted medjool dates soaked in hot water

1/4 cup of coconut oil

1/2 tsp himalayan pink salt

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup of water

1/4 cup of roasted cashews

1/4 cup of tahini ( peanut butter or almond butter works fine)

For the Chocolate Layer

4 cups of dark chocolate melted

1/2 cup of coconut oil

Instructions

1. Soak cashews in hot water for 1 hour. Drain cashews & add to blender. Add coconut milk, agave, vanilla.

2. Blend for 5 mins until it has a smooth creamy consistency.

3. Pour ice cream until a loaf pan lined with parchment paper. Set aside in freezer.

4. Soak dates in hot water for 30 mins. Add the dates, coconut oil, vanilla, peanut butter, himalayan salt, water into blender. This is the caramel layer.

5. Blend the caramel until it is a creamy paste for 3-5 mins.

6. Spread the caramel evenly on top of the ice cream base.

7. Top the caramel layer with the roasted cashews.

8. Freeze the ice cream over night. 12 hours minimum, until it is solid.

9. Remove the ice cream from the parchment paper. Cut into 6 bars, then cut those 6 in half. You’ll have 12 bars.

10. Melt dark chocolate in a bowl & place the snicker bars on a cooling rack. Coat the bars on all sides with the chocolate. (Dipping the bars in the chocolate 1 by 1 helps as well.)

11. Plate up & sprinkle with cocoa powder for extra presentation, eat & enjoy! (These can last up to 2 weeks frozen. Store in a air tight container.)

This is the recipe I used to make these fire Snickers Ice Cream Bars. Super decadent & tasty. Add this to your weekly rotation!

Chef Lonnie.G

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Posted on March 24, 2022June 29, 2022 by The All Natural — Leave a comment

VEGAN JAMAICAN JERK BBQ WINGS

Growing up I always loved wings, you can’t go wrong with any flavor like buffalo, lemon pepper, or teriyaki. But something about the jerk ones that always stood out. Maybe its my Jamaican roots but all I know is they fire!

This is a great recipe for intermediate level culinarians. Not too advanced but simple enough to master with a few attempts. Highly recommend this one, your friends & fam gonna love it.

Serving Size

Serves 2 people, double recipe for more servings.

Cook Time

Prep 15 mins

Cook 15 mins

Recipe

1 pack of oyster mushrooms

1 cup of jerk bbq sauce

1 1/2 cup of flour

1 cup of grape seed oil

1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup of agave nectar

1 tbs of garlic salt

1/2 tbs of cumin

1 tbs of old bay seasoning

1 tbs of jerk seasoning

2 tsp of black pepper

Instructions

1. Mix the flour & seasonings all together in small bowl.

2. Whisk almond milk & apple cider vinegar together & set aside.

3. Slice the oyster mushroom into thick pieces & set aside in a bowl.

4. Heat a pan & add grape seed oil till temperature is 375 degrees, (the hotter the oil the more crispier the texture).

5. Dip the mushrooms in the wet batter than the dry flour mix, then repeat it again.

6. Fry mushrooms on both sides until they are brown & crispy on each side.

7. Mix jerk bbq sauce, agave, seasonings, into a large bowl.

8. Toss mushrooms in the sauce until well coated.

9. Plate up the wings & top with fresh green onions & sprinkle of old bay seasoning. Eat & enjoy!

This is the recipe I used to make these fire Jerk BBQ Wings. Super tasty & simple to make. Add this to your weekly rotation!

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Posted on March 17, 2022June 29, 2022 by The All Natural — Leave a comment

Blessed Buddha Bowl

I believe when transitioning to a more plant based diet, its best to have easy recipes on deck that you can cook up & not have to be stressed on what to eat. This bowl is super clutch for that.

Bowls are versatile & you can mix/match to your liking. Great source of plantbased protein, fiber & will have your energy levels high. A great recipe for beginner culinarians.

Serving Size

Serves 2 people, double recipe for more servings

Cook Time

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Recipe

3 cups of pre-cooked brown rice

1 ripe avocado

1 ripe plantain

1 yellow squash

1 zucchini squash

1/2 cup of cooked black beans

1/2 cup olive oil

1 tsp of black sesame seeds (regular works as well)

1/4 cup of buffalo sauce

1 tbs of garlic salt

1/2 tbs black pepper

1/2 tbs of cumin

sprinkle of parsley

1/2 tbs of old bay seasoning

Instructions

1. Cook brown rice until done & set aside in a bowl.

2. Slice & fry plantains until soft but slightly crisp. Season with garlic salt.

3. Diced the zucchini & squash into small pieces & place on a sheet tray. Drizzle with olive oil. Season with garlic salt, black pepper, cumin, old bay seasoning.

4. Roast the veggies in oven on 400 degrees for 15 mins, or until soft but firm.

5. Add the cooked black beans to a small bowl & add garlic salt, black pepper, old bay seasoning, parsley mix well, set aside.

6. Add brown rice to a bowl, then add the roasted veggies, next add black beans, then the fried plantains.

7. Slice fresh avocado & add to the bowl. Drizzle the buffalo sauce on top, then sprinkle black sesame seeds & add a touch of parsley & old bay seasoning for color. Eat & enjoy!