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MOON and spoon and yum

At MOON and spoon and yum, I share globally inspired vegetarian and gluten-free recipes designed to deliver big flavor without the fuss. From quick dinners to sauces, spice blends, and creative comfort food, everything is simple, reliable, and worth making again.

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This peach hot sauce belongs on more than tacos

Hi Reader, Here’s what’s new!I make this with whatever peaches I've got, fresh or pulled straight from the freezer. Roasted Peach Tajín Hot Sauce Get the recipe → Happy eating! ~ Kristen

Hi Reader, I've brought this to more cookouts than I can count, and it's always the first bowl that empties out. Charred Corn Salad Get the recipe → Happy eating! ~ KristenCome hang out with fellow food lovers → Join My Free Community

Hi Reader, Tomato season always sneaks up on me. One week I have a normal amount, the next I'm staring down a counter full of them trying to figure out what to do before they go soft. These four are what I actually make. Air Fryer Roasted Tomatoes No oven required. Smoky, caramelized, and ready in under 20 minutes.Get the recipe →Cherry Tomato Confit Slow roasted in olive oil until jammy and sweet. Keeps for weeks in the fridge. Get the recipe → Hogao A Colombian tomato and onion sauce I...

Hi Reader, This has turned into my go-to weeknight protein. One skillet, minimal cleanup, and it works in pretty much anything I put it in. Copycat Chipotle Sofritas (Smoky Tofu) Get the recipe → Happy eating! ~ Kristen

Hi Reader, Here’s what’s new! Sweet, salty, sour, spicy, all in one bowl. Trinidadian Pineapple Chow Get the recipe → Happy eating! ~ Kristen

Hi Reader, Here’s what’s new! Silken tofu is the protein trick, blended smooth with vegan mayo and fresh dill for that classic ranch flavor. Tofu Ranch Dip Get the recipe → Happy eating! ~ Kristen

Hi Reader, Here’s what’s new! No stove, no fuss, just a fork and a bowl. Herby Smashed Butter Bean Salad SandwichCanned butter beans turn into the easiest lunch I make on repeat. Ready in just about 10 minutes! Get the recipe → Happy eating! ~ Kristen

Hi Reader, Creamy, cheesy, and done in one dish, this is the easiest way to turn extra zucchini into dinner! Baked Zucchini Rice Casserole Get the recipe → Happy eating! ~ Kristen

Hi Reader, Here’s what’s new! Creamy Purple Sweet Potato CurryMy creamy purple sweet potato curry is rich, warming, and comes together fast. Get the recipe → Happy eating! ~ Kristen

Hi Reader, This newsletter contains a sponsored mention of The Little Potato Company. All opinions are my own. I have a new recipe up on the blog that's perfect for your 4th of July table: Grilled Ranch Potato Caprese Skewers. Made with The Little Potato Company's new A Little Homestyle Ranch Microwave Ready Kit cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic glaze, all on a skewer and grilled until blistered and beautiful. The Little Potatoes microwave in 5 minutes using the kit, so...