Substituting soy cheese or cheese made from nut milks like almond or cashew is a great way to add a little variety to your vegan recipes while lowering the fat and calorie content of the dish for those who want to eat healthier or lose weight whether they follow a vegan diet or not.
Vegan Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes
This potatoes are delicious and very satisfying for a full vegan meal. Ideal for kids
Wash 4 large baking potatoes and wrap in tin foil. Make holes with a fork in each one before placing on an oven rack.
Bake at 400 degrees for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. About 15 minutes before the potatoes are done, slice the zucchini in a skillet with a little oil and add mushrooms, artichoke hearts and red onions. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the vegetables are heated through and soft.
o finish the dish, slice the cooked potatoes down the middle and squeeze to open. Scoop out some of the potato and add to the mixture in the skillet and mash slightly with a fork or masher. Refill each potato with the filling, sprinkle with cheese and place under the broiler until the cheese is melted and the skin on the potatoes are slightly browned. Serve as an entree or as a side dish to accompany any meal.
