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Hi! I’m Alex – writer, photographer, recipe developer, and chief vegetable cheerleader here at The New Baguette. My mission is to inspire you to cook more delicious, plant-centered meals at home. Learn more…

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For the latest installment of #TNBBacktoBasics mon

For the latest installment of #TNBBacktoBasics month, I’m sharing my go-to, 5-ingredient, classic peanut butter granola recipe (with lots of variations) 🥣
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Granola is one of those things that once you learn to make from scratch, you’ll never buy at the store again. The technique is straightforward, and it honestly just tastes better. It’s fresher (duh) and you get to control the quality of ingredients you use and how much sweetener goes in.
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Today #ontheblog, I’m sharing my basic formula, plus lots of substitution ideas for different oils, nut butters, flavorings, and additions to use. LINK IN BIO 🥜

Soup szn is right around the corner 🥘 so now is

Soup szn is right around the corner 🥘 so now is the perfect time to stock your freezer with vegetable scrap broth.
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The idea of scrap broth is to save various veggie peels and ends and freeze them until you have enough to make broth. Then you simply simmer those scraps in water, strain them out, and bam: vegetable broth. This brilliant technique reduces food waste, saves money, AND keeps excess cartons out of landfills. Basically, you never have to buy veg broth again 💁🏻‍♀️
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Today #ontheblog, I’m sharing a complete guide to veg scrap broth, including which veg to use and avoid. LINK IN BIO #TNBBacktoBasics (You can also watch the step-by-step tutorial in my highlights, back from the quarantine sessions)

Is there anything that screams “Weekend 🥳!”

Is there anything that screams “Weekend 🥳!” more than a bowl of creamy, cheesy, spicy queso and chips? (OK, maybe a smoky mezcal margarita or three). What if I told you this nacho “cheese” was actually made out of cashews and sweet potato? 😱
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Now, I’ve tried A LOT of vegan versions of things over the years and while many are somewhat reminiscent of the originals, I can honestly say this recipe (adapted from @heidijswanson) is one of the greatest, most delicious substitutes I’ve tasted to date. Head to my highlights for the step-by-step tutorial - LINK IN BIO for the written version 🧀

It’s no secret that store-bought salad dressings

So I know I said #TNBBacktoBasics month would be a

So I know I said #TNBBacktoBasics month would be all about healthier, homemade versions of pantry staples. But making pantry items from scratch requires a bit of extra time in the kitchen, and one of the biggest factors that determine your comfort in the kitchen are the tools and equipment you use.
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So today on the blog, I’m sharing 9 of my beloved life-changing tools that seriously upgraded my efficiency in the kitchen. LINK IN BIO. What kitchen tools/equipment are game-changers for you? 👩🏻‍🍳

Last week, I had this pretty sobering experience:

Last week, I had this pretty sobering experience: I sat down to read a magazine and within minutes - on the very first page - I found myself distracted. Despite being genuinely interested in the article, I started to skim the page, wanting to get it over with so I could move on to the next section. I couldn’t focus on one topic for more than a minute, and because my phone was within arm’s reach (isn’t it always?), I instinctively grabbed it and opened this very app. It was totally subconscious, like I was procrastinating doing something that I actually wanted to do 😳
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This was far from the first time I was distracted by the lure of scrolling, but this really stuck out. Have I lost my ability to grasp text longer than a caption? (Fact: I majored in literature and used to read several books a week). Can I not focus on a simple task for more than a few minutes without being afraid I’ll miss something on social media? It’s honestly terrifying.
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On Friday afternoon, I logged out of the app and didn’t sign back in til this morning. Amazingly, my world didn’t implode because I didn’t get the play-by-plays of what my favorite “influencers” were doing this weekend. Freed from the constant search of Instagrammable moments in my own life, I was more present for the little things and I loved it.
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Social media is part of my job and I’m so grateful for what it offers on that front. But being addicted to the scroll is so not cool. So here’s a picture of a brunch I had with friends this weekend. The food was yummy and we had the best time, but I’m totally fine posting it 2 days late 👌🏼 Have you ever taken a social media timeout? What did you take away from it?

As someone who eats mostly plants, beans are one o

As someone who eats mostly plants, beans are one of my favorite sources of protein. And although I’m totally cool with canned beans, I do prefer to cook them from dried when I have the time (less sodium, better flavor, less waste from aluminum cans).
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For the first installment of #TNBBacktoBasics month, I’m breaking down how to cook dried beans from scratch (spoiler alert: if you can boil water, you can cook beans 👍🏼) and how to transform a pot of plain pinto beans into this delicious saucy, garlicky situation that hits you with herby freshness and citrusy tang with each bite. RECIPE IN BIO LINK

Is it just me or does it feel like it’s been sum

Is it just me or does it feel like it’s been summer for a whole year already? Maybe the shock of quarantine kicked in my selective memory and my brain simply can't recall anything from before summer...? 🤔Point being: I'm pretty excited for fall 🍁 You?
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Aaand… a new month means a new theme! This September, we're going ‘Back to Basics’. All month long, I'll be sharing recipes and techniques for how to make pantry staples healthier and from scratch. Get ready for: my zero-waste technique for making vegetable broth, delish homemade snacks, my favorite sugar-free fruit spread, plus sauces, dressings, and more. Be sure to follow along on stories where I'll be sharing plenty of video tutorials and sign up for my mailing list (link in bio) to get new recipes sent straight to your inbox 🍲 #TNBBacktoBasics