I post recipes on an almost daily basis, so it's always interesting and helpful to look back over the year's work and see what my readers are most interested in. This list is a compilation of the most viewed, most reviewed recipes of 2009, so enjoy!
1. Spicy Red Lentil Dahl
© 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
A favorite since it was posted a year ago, this Spicy Red Lentil Dahl is a favorite in my home, too. Prepared with all pantry staple ingredients and a small assortment of everyday spices, this is an easy, dairy-free hearty dish for lunch or dinner anytime of year.
2. Vegan Pumpkin Pie
© 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com
A favorite during the fall and winter holidays, this Vegan Pumpkin Pie is a creamy and delicious substitute to traditional recipes that call for dairy and eggs, and, unlike most vegan pumpkin pie recipes, it doesn't rely on tofu!
3. Dairy-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
© 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
I'm not surprised that these Dairy-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies made it into the most viewed list, or that they've received only a 5-star rating thus far; they really taste like classic chocolate chip cookies, and they're so easy to make.
4. Dairy-Free Cheesecake
© 2007 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
Dairy-free, egg-free and vegan, this Dairy-Free Cheesecake Recipe is great for anytime of year, and your guests will never know that it's vegan! Prepared with a homemade cookie crust and a creamy filling, this will always be one of my favorites, too.
5. Easy Vegan Lasagna
© 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
One of my favorite mid-week recipes, this Easy Vegan Lasagna can be frozen ahead of time for quicker meal preparation, and it's healthy, prepared with tofu ricotta cheese, pasta sauce and whatever greens you like.
6. Dairy-Free Egg-Free Fudge Brownies
© 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
Prepared with Medjool dates, soy yogurt and dark dairy-free chocolate chips, these Dairy-Free Egg-Free Fudge Brownies are significantly healthier than traditional brownies, yet every bit as decadent and delicious.
7. Basic Dairy-Free Pancakes
© 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
Easy enough for morning meals but an indulgent addition to any weekend brunch, these Dairy-Free Pancakes are always a good idea.
8. Homemade Muesli
© 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
What could be easier than tossing a bunch of ingredients in a bowl and then storing for up to 2 months? Making this deliciously dairy-free Homemade Muesli is just that easy, and, as you'll see by reviews, it's so tasty, too!
9. Raw Carrot Cake
© 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
It's not the same as a baked carrot cake, but this Raw Carrot Cake is so delicious and healthy, you won't care.
10. All-Peanut Butter Cookies
© 2009 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
Who needs butter when you have peanut butter? These All Peanut Butter Cookies are created from just that sentiment, prepared with all vegan ingredients and a lot of delicious natural peanut butter.
