Top 10 Recipes of 2018

Top Ten Recipes of 2018 | makingthymeforhealth.com

It’s hard to believe 2018 is already coming to a close. This year has been a bit of a doozy for me and I feel like it affected my work more than I care to admit. Figuring out how to stay focused while purchasing and renovating our first home proved to be a major struggle. No one tells you how hard it is being your own boss!

With that in mind, this space means so much to me and I’m incredibly grateful to all of you for your continued support. Every kind comment and email I receive encourages me to keep going. I promise I’ll do my best to make 2019 even more delicious!

Without further adieu, here are the most popular recipes from 2018. Happy New Year, friends!

 

#1 Quinoa Meal Prep Bowls

“Made this last night. Loved it. Loved the variety and flavors of the vegetables. I used wild rice instead of quinoa.” -Jeni

Quinoa Meal Prep Bowls | "Made this last night. Loved it. Loved the variety and flavors of the vegetables. I used wild rice instead of quinoa."

 

#2 The Best Vegan Pecan Pie

“BEST PECAN PIE EVER! I made this pie for thanksgiving and it was a success, it was super easy to make. I also made the vegan pie crust recommended in the recipe. Ingredients are expensive but well worth it, a must have treat.” -Jeremy

The Best Vegan Pecan Pie | "BEST PECAN PIE EVER! I made this pie for thanksgiving and it was a success, it was super easy to make."

 

#3 The Best Pumpkin Macaroni and ‘Cheese’

“Made this last night and it was delicious. I miss cheese so much and this really hit the spot. Thank you!” -Natalie

The Best Pumpkin Macaroni and 'Cheese' | "Made this last night and it was delicious. I miss cheese so much and this really hit the spot. Thank you!"

 

#4 One-Pot Spanish Quinoa

“This is delicious! I made this meal for dinner tonight and am already looking forward to the leftovers tomorrow. The artichokes and lemon give it a flavor boost and I adore quinoa in all its versatility. Can I also mention how quick and easy this was to put together? My kind of meal.” -Angie

One-Pot Spanish Quinoa | "This is delicious! I made this meal for dinner tonight and am already looking forward to the leftovers tomorrow. The artichokes and lemon give it a flavor boost and I adore quinoa in all its versatility. Can I also mention how quick and easy this was to put together? My kind of meal."

 

#5 One-Pot Vegan White Bean Shakshuka

“I am printing this recipe and making it again. My husband liked it, and so did I; easy and healthy. I used the beans I had in the fridge (3 cups to up the protein) and the tofu cream cheese from the Full Helping blog. Served it on Quinoa. Great!” -Alexandra

One-Pot White Bean Vegan Shakshuka | "I am printing this recipe and making it again. My husband liked it, and so did I; easy and healthy. Served it on Quinoa. Great!"

 

#6 One-Pot Lentil Taco Skillet

“NEW FAMILY FAVORITE!!!! All 5 LOVED this recipe and asked for it to be put into my binder without me even saying anything! Scout also asked for a printout to add to his book so that they can make it on a future campout! THANK YOU! I have been searching for recipes just like these… can’t wait to try more!” -G

One-Pot Lentil Taco Skillet | "NEW FAMILY FAVORITE!!!! All 5 LOVED this recipe and asked for it to be put into my binder without me even saying anything! THANK YOU! I have been searching for recipes just like these… can’t wait to try more!"

 

#7 The Best Vegan Pumpkin Bread Recipe

“Wowow tried to this yesterday and the entire loaf is gone. Perfectly moist and so flavourful I’m so impressed thank you!!” -Julia

The Best Vegan Pumpkin Bread | "Wowow tried to this yesterday and the entire loaf is gone. Perfectly moist and so flavourful I’m so impressed thank you!!"

 

#8 Flourless Vegan Double Chocolate Banana Bread

“I would simply like to thank you for sharing this amazing recipe! As I was making it, I went personalizing and adjusting it, but mostly sticking to the recipe. When I took a first try, I was mind-blown by the amazing flavor, and taken back to my childhood, and the taste of my mother’s family-recipe chocolate cake! This was super convenient to make, and didn’t dirty my entire kitchen! Will definitely be making this recipe again soon, thanks so much for sharing!” -Enitnemelc

Flourless Vegan Double Chocolate Banana Bread | "I would simply like to thank you for sharing this amazing recipe! When I took a first try, I was mind-blown by the amazing flavor, and taken back to my childhood, and the taste of my mother’s family-recipe chocolate cake! This was super convenient to make, and didn’t dirty my entire kitchen! Will definitely be making this recipe again soon, thanks so much for sharing!"

 

#9 Flourless Vegan Banana Bread Waffles

“I’ve made these at least 4 times and they are delicious!!! Even my non-vegetarian and very picky parents loved them!!!! I also freeze extras in the freezer and eat them throughout the week. Thanks for sharing the recipe!” -Amanda

Flourless Vegan Banana Bread Waffles | "I’ve made these at least 4 times and they are delicious!!! Even my non-vegetarian and very picky parents loved them!!!! I also freeze extras in the freezer and eat them throughout the week. Thanks for sharing the recipe!"

 

#10 Healthy Flourless Gingerbread Muffins

“Made them this morning. Delicious! I didn’t have coconut sugar so I added a teaspoon of cane sugar, but really, they don’t need anything additional to the maple syrup and molasses. Excellent texture.” -Elizabeth

Healthy Flourless Gingerbread Muffins | "Made them this morning. Delicious! I didn’t have coconut sugar so I added a teaspoon of cane sugar, but really, they don’t need anything additional to the maple syrup and molasses. Excellent texture."