10 Vegan Food Hacks That Will Change Your Life!

[@plantwhys]

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[@andreaanonymous5474]

I think the Ranch seasoning you used contains dairy. Many seasonings contain meat and/or dairy ingredients. Natural flavoring can be from a plant or an animal also. When you see that you need to contact the company and check. You should always check every label. :)

[@jarviswrites]

It seems like a lot of people have already said it but the ranch dressing packets all contain milk. It's so important to check those labels because milk gets incorporated into so many things. Keep going with this channel. We are all learning and trying our best! It's wonderful that you swapped. Mistakes are to be expected. Just keep going!!!

[@craftoncue]

New subscriber here and I love your approach to eating vegan. I’m over 70 and have tried several times to change my diet, with failing each time. Even tried to change to vegetarian back in the 70s when our children were young. Again, not successful back then either. Hubby is on board and we’re determined to get healthy and change our diet to vegan. Your recipes look so much easier than most and readily available ingredients. Thank you and God bless you, Linda

[@JClark-oe2rr]

My favorite ice cream substitute was homemade almond milk (almonds and water) refrigerated then blend with frozen strawberries.

[@user-lw6ou6nm3c]

This Costco Ranch seasoning appears to contain milk (not vegan). Be sure to read ingredients on label. Vegan KZbinr Jill McKeever has a great recipe for ranch dressing seasoning that I batch prep regularly. Ive been blisfully vegan for 7 years.😊

[@debbyhughes2208]

Most ranch seasoning packets do have milk. I'll look for the recipe!

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

I'll have to check out that recipe! Thanks for sharing!

[@amypola5903]

Peel off label and Reuse the container.

[@amypola5903]

Better to use it up with gratitude I think and not waste it.

[@rose8662]

❤ Are you talking about Jill's "Vegan Buttermilk Dressing"? That's the only one I could find. If not, would you be able to post the link, or is it from one of her cookbooks? Would greatly appreciate your help! ❤

[@danaw8052]

The very first ingredient in that Mccormick ranch is buttermilk powder.

[@suzannec.6468]

I looked that up too! I was pretty sure Ranch seasoning contained dairy!

[@kreeetin]

First thing I thought, because I had checked.

[@debg8053]

I don’t think wfpb is necessarily vegan, but not sure. I am sure that the ranch seasoning is not vegan.

[@leapintothewild]

@@debg8053Yes, it’s whole food PLANT BASED, ie vegan - and the title of this and most of her vids include the word Vegan.

[@michelleguzman9915]

I love all your videos! Hacks help always! I made the Parmesan 👏 so good! Ty 🙌!

[@tabarespam]

Just started my plant based journey 2 weeks ago and I'm so happy I came across your channel ♡ thanks so much for these tips!!

[@lanetower3411]

Why no mention of tahini? Best dressing ever: tahini and lemon juice. Add garlic or herbs if you want. Yummm

[@jen-33]

Yes! Tahini is my go-to dressing base.

[@WapajeaWalksOnWater]

​@@jen-33 It is mine also, tahini can be used in sweet or savory dishes.

[@jen-33]

@@WapajeaWalksOnWater Yes! And I just started using black tahini, from black sesame seeds. It is very good and has a stronger flavor. ☺️

[@WapajeaWalksOnWater]

@@jen-33 I'm gon try that, cause I already switched over to black rice, thanks.🥰

[@jeanninewinkley5317]

I make a lot of cashew milk for my family. I try to always have soaked cashews in the freeze to save time. I soak six cups of cashews for about 12 hours then drained and divide between six bags.

[@AJ-hv1fz]

Thanks for the tip. I need all the prep tips I can get

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

That's brilliant!

[@BeccaB529]

Alternative method is to soak in boiling water for 15 minutes. 😊

[@putiwang7679]

Do you use roasted cashew or raw? 😊

[@WapajeaWalksOnWater]

​@@putiwang7679 The cashews should be raw for best results

[@jennamakesbugs]

That ranch powder is definitely not vegan. It's not hard to make yourself. Just mix garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, dried dill and lemon juice.

[@crystalwebb5725]

Good tip, I started cheating and using hidden valley seasoning packets and noticed the buttermilk ingredient. I just bought dry dill. Thx

[@Mama24loves]

If you can find the Lipton kosher ranch packets they are vegan.

[@crystalwebb5725]

@@Mama24loves excellent lipton kosher ranch. Thx

[@Momma_Tomma]

Vegan express makes a ranch powder that you can do this with.

[@lampworkergal]

Almost all ranch packets are not vegan. Add to make cashew cream. You should be using raw cashews the roasted ones add so much more oil t

[@BeccaB529]

Regardless of blender speed, it is a good idea to soak cashews ahead (even 15 minutes in boiling water) to make them easier to digest.

[@plantwhys]

Great tip!! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheMovingEye]

To improve digestion with beans make sure to stay away from the broth in the cans (dispose and rinse the beans). Also, be careful when preparing dry beans. With dry beans, throw away the soaking water, bring to boil with fresh water; after a short boil (1 - 2 minutes) throw away that water as well (very important) and then cook normally. Adding pre-soaked dried Ancho Chillies will also boost the flavor of your beans to the sky.

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

I am going to have to try this! Thank you!

[@renelane749]

Well done. You are informing others, about removing the Potassium from the beans. The same goes with potatoes and almost all, legumes and root veggies, that are high Potassium. It is the foam you see in soaking and then boiling. Becoming vegan, was forced upon me, some years ago now, because of my Stage 4 Kidney Disease. Thank you, and Blessings

[@austinmeredith6647]

Or you can eat your species specific way of life, which is carnivore, and not have to worry about the destructive chemicals in grains, vegetables, and legumes. Professor Bart Kay

[@BeccaB529]

@@austinmeredith6647Not sure what species you are from but humans are omnivores.

[@austinmeredith6647]

@BeccaB529 No, we are not. We do not need carbs or sugars. Also, plants destroy your gut and have toxins. Go learn about the Randell cycle, glycation, what happens to the brain on sugars and carbs, affects on blood flow from carbs and toxins, impacts to hormones, learn about pre agricultural man, look at what rhe vegetarian diet is doing to people in India, look at the people in Hong Kong, look at processed foods in America, loom up paid and bought studies to push veganism, look at b12 deficient born babies, look at cave paintings, look at digestive track,, look at the effects the agricultural foods have had on the body, go listen to a botanist, bio chemist, go look at rhe scams in the mid 1950s that they pushed to blame saturated fats, meats, cholesterol, eggs, etc. The list goes on and on. Human health drops when you consume grains, fruits, and vegetables. Humans should be living to 120 years on average. You have not learned anything if you think we are omnivores. The body works hard to remove sugars and carbs when digested. We dance knly break down less than 50% of vegetables which cause intestinal and colon issues. Go listen to Professor Bart Kay. Go listen to all the claims, be debunked.

[@tamarahill6719]

I love the ranch dressing/tofu hack! I eat many raw veggies and love a low-fat dip. Also getting protein. Just need to find a ranch dip packet that doesn't have milk in it.

[@Epark58]

My husband is a cancer survivor, I take nutrition classes as his caregiver once a month at the oncologist office. We have learned never to use anything smoked because it contains carcinogens that can cause cancer. So smoked BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, anything smoked is out.

[@bernadettechute7998]

Agree 100%

[@1auntievenom]

I make a big barch of ranch seasoning and keep it on hand for when i want a quick dressing. I mix it with my homemade soy yogurt and a bit of water for the right consistency. I never measure, i just go for my feels.

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Brilliant!! I need to do this!

[@susanweiler4948]

Great idea’s! But always look at the ingredients 😊

[@andreaanonymous5474]

I think the Ranch seasoning you used contains dairy. Many seasonings contain meat and/or dairy ingredients. Natural flavoring can be from a plant or an animal also. When you see that you need to contact the company and check. You should always check every label. :) Just a helpful tip. :)

[@angierodriguez7383]

I just found your channel and after reading your bio, you won yourself a new subscriber! 🙋🏻‍♀️ food heals!

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Yay!! So grateful you are here!!

[@robinhart1390]

Doesn’t the ranch powder have dehydrated buttermilk in it?

[@BethCatt-jq6xi]

I used Aguafa to make vegan gravy by accident about 30 years ago

[@sk.n.9302]

Really liked your recommendations, have been vegan for about 7 yrs. & I can confirm these are great!

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Thank you!

[@rky2315]

​@pilatesbyalisia7015 while I admire your innovative spirit and your various wonderful tips, this ranch hack is NOT vegan. PLEASE correct this for those out there that are new to the vegan game. Thx. 🙏

[@prudence7268]

Great hacks! I really appreciated this video! Thank you for your hard work on this helpful channel.

[@plantwhys]

You are so welcome!!

[@CastledarkDweller27]

new subscriber here. long term ethical vegan. loved this video. I feel a big video binge coming on! (of all PlantWhys vids)💫👍

[@mariannepa4583]

Thank you! You're demystifing vegan for me!! I never really could get the substitutions in my head!

[@lizhamilton1492]

Great hacks. I use most of them and agree they are key to vegan cooking success. Thnak you

[@jacquelineflores8393]

Really enjoy your videos...please keep making them.💜

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Awe! Thank you so much!

[@bluebonnet1014]

So many great ideas. Thank you. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@tunajune2382]

Uncle Dan's Original Southern Classic Ranch dressing mix does not contain milk, although it does have maltodextrin and a bit of sunflower oil. But be careful of Uncle Dan's Creamy Ranch mix since it contains both buttermilk and whey. It's much cheaper to make your own herb/spice blend. I've started adding fresh lemon, onion, and garlic, all 3 or whatever is around, and that makes a big flavor difference.

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Such great advice! Thank you!

[@jaycee157]

Hi thanks for the tip. What are the ingredient measurements?

[@gaBetibu]

. . . I just luvvvv your beautiful, fun kids . . . they add so much personality to your already wonderful vids... 🥰🥰🥰

[@DanteVelasquez]

I'm a cashew cream addict LOL. My hack recommendation would be to embrace TVP. When cooked properly it can be made to mimic any meat. For those who avoid soy there are pea protein versions. Plus it's high in protein so it's a perfect meat replacement. Comes in different shapes too.

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

YESSS! I love TVP! I'll have to add that to my next hack video!

[@calij586]

I love TVP but it causes a lot of gas any suggestion

[@DanteVelasquez]

@@calij586 I soak mine overnight to rehydrate it and for it to absorb the seasonings. Then I squeeze all of the water out before frying it. It's possible the soaking could remove anything that causes gas in the water like with beans, seeds, and grains.

[@jaycee157]

Thanks for the information. In my country I have not seen the pea version of the curls

[@DanteVelasquez]

@@jaycee157 Here in the USA I have only seen the pea versions online. I usually find the soy versions at Asian grocery stores. Apparently there are versions made from wheat and oat as well and I have never seen those anywhere.

[@layladarby1994]

agree with you about aquafaba , makes lovely fat free roasted veggies

[@kaleyjenks1759]

I love hack number 1 but I wish they would make a bigger one!

[@plantwhys]

Agreed!!!

[@tonerebel2866]

Wow I'm learning new stuff and I've been vegan almost a decade!

[@michelleleapai7942]

I make ranch dip for most holidays. Can't wait to try this new recipe using tofu!

[@plantwhys]

yay! It is yummy!

[@michelled7100]

I love this video!! If some of the ideas don't work, that is totally okay! #plantwhys has six kids and does not claim to be 100 percent PB,but I think she is sharing some great inspiration here, esp for someone who might just be crossing the bridge on this PB journey! Thanks so much! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@kriswalker3275]

I use trader Joe's green goddess spice mix for ranch and it's pretty close in a pinch and I add lemon juice with it to get that tangy flavor or you could use vinegar powder for a tanginess too.

[@robynmoxham4255]

My new fav Vegan channel 💚💯

[@bonniedavis7498]

Hi! This is the first video of yours I have seen! Loved it, can't wait to binge on your channel!🎉

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Yay! So glad you are here!

[@lisaf158]

Me too!

[@gablison]

Doesn't ranch seasoning have buttermilk powder in it?

[@vickyheaton9431]

Fantastic! Thanks!!! Simple things that I can make immediately are cashew cream, nice-cream, and experiment with aquafaba!! I had thought that was some kind of highly processed egg substitute but it is literally 'bean water'.

[@DaniAdams]

Aww I love that you have your kiddos in the kitchen with you! It makes it so much easier to get them excited about eating healthy when they're involved ❤

[@plantwhys]

Yessss! So true.

[@JeanHuddleston-r6c]

Ranch Dressing Spices and/or Ranch Packets do have dairy don’t they? Everyone I’ve checked in Madison, WI

[@sandyweaver6686]

Very good video Thanks!

[@TammiT69]

Doesn't the ranch packet have buttermilk powder??

[@danclements1990]

Another GREAT VIDEO!

[@alongcamealicia]

I love you!❤ You give the best tips ! 🎉

[@plantwhys]

You're the best! Thank you for your kindness!!

[@joannmintz7765]

I like how you cook. It's very similar to how I cook, but you have better ideas! Lol you are great. I put the ranch packet in too. To me, it's a flavoring, to help me eat the good stuff. So it all depends on how strict you want to be. You are doing great!

[@AnneluvsKatz]

You had a couple I didn’t know!

[@moniquerushinglynch]

Thanks so much! Entering my 10th vegan year and there were several of these hacks I didn't know!

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

We are all constantly learning right!

[@cltinturkey]

While I enjoyed the tips, I find the music really distracting. Please consider excluding music from your videos. Thanks!

[@sherri.]

I agree! Listening to two different things at once is so distracting.

[@karimylo4002]

What Ranch seasoning doesn't have milk in it already?! I have been looking.

[@elissadavis5657]

THANK YOU !!!!!!!

[@GmaJoKeepingitReal]

Great tips! Doesn't that ranch dressing have milk in it?

[@terrychilko2123]

I just got one of your favorite choppers - looks like fun! the fullstar 4-in-1. But, I can't remove the pusher for cleaning. Am I just not strong enough? Do you remove it when you wash? Any tips for removing it? I really want to keep it and would appreciate any info you can offer. Thank you!!!

[@jeanjeang8914]

OMG what a wonderful gift

[@robynkoehler1904]

Wonderful ideas!! Thank you!!

[@sparrowgeiller9360]

Adorable! Thank you and Namaste.

[@melanierosalie]

Love these tips and they are really different from the ones I already knew. Thanks ❤

[@plantwhys]

I’m so glad it helped!! So grateful you are here! ❤️

[@austinwebdev]

Thank you!

[@plantwhys]

You're welcome!

[@hannahwhitcomb3114]

What’s your recommendation for best cooking pans for the stove?

[@fancynancy2870]

How long does the aquafaba last in the fridge after you've used the beans?

[@maryhight6030]

Wow, thank you for these hacks.❤

[@dondoron5377]

8) If you have fermented vegetables, use the brine instead of vinegar as it will actually contain lactic acid, which you would find in buttermilk

[@plantwhys]

That’s an amazing tip! Thank you!!

[@susietopspin]

Part skim milk and cheese powder in the ranch packet 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@calij586]

Awesome tips!! Subscribed ;)

[@WhirledPublishing]

Thank you so much for this!

[@tammysoto3019]

what kind of vitamix you use?

[@sarahharold1694]

Excellent thank you 🎄💕

[@MichaelToub]

Great Video!!

[@mariahanan9252]

Great video! Txs 🙏

[@plantwhys]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@LenkaSaratoga]

Most Excellent Video 💚👍 great tips

[@plantwhys]

Thank you! ❤️

[@shirleysparks1148]

It might be best to call them plant based but not vegan . The ranch powder has buttermilk powder in it . But they do sound good .

[@MadeByRo]

Thank you sooo very much for this video!! ❤

[@laurasoftheart]

This video made me subscribe.

[@yiyisun4607]

Such great info and hacks. I'm definitely going to try some of those hacks. But I believe McCormicks Ranch is not vegan it has buttermilk powder. Unless there's a vegan version of it?

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

You are correct. But there are vegan versions of ranch packets!

[@yiyisun4607]

@@pilatesbyalisia7015 thank you, i will look for it.

[@theresadoll5374]

Er... YUH! Liquid smoke for the win on loooooooooads of recipes!

[@SoulintheRaw]

Such awesome tips I love it 😍

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Thank you!

[@Cassandra-..-]

Any idea what can sub for banana in your Nice-cream? It looks so good, but I’m allergic. Great tips overall! Just subscribed.

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

You can freeze any plant milk, or any other fruit (I love mangos) and add it to your blender or food processor to turn it into an ice cream texture!

[@PaulMDillon]

That McCormick ranch power is the furthest thing from vegan. This is VERY misleading so viewers with allergies beware! It’s ok if this person isn’t vegan themselves but to include that recipe in a vegan hacks video is not cool.

[@DC-pp8xf]

That’s why you have to use your own brain. Only an idiot blindly follows everything someone says on youtube.

[@HappyVegan72]

I’ve been vegan over a decade, and I never knew the kombu trick 😅

[@franciscachesca]

This video is a must for everyone that wants to go vegan or is a beginner. I always like your video's before watching because I know it's gonna be a good video. No hours of talking and helpfull & happy.

[@franciscachesca]

Personally I find the music a little but annoying. Not very disturbing.

[@debbiefahrenholtz8034]

This looks like it is directed at “new vegans” or those interested in discovering more about a vegan diet. I love most of these hacks, but PLEASE correct the section on the McCormick ranch mix. The first ingredient in that jar is buttermilk. No wonder it tastes just like ranch dressing, because basically it is a dairy product!

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Awe! Thank you!! This means so much!!

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

@@debbiefahrenholtz8034 Yes! We are all learning, taking baby steps. Good reminder to read the ingredients.

[@barbaraspeicher8949]

The ranch dressing packets are not vegan. Make your own. There's many recipes on KZbin and you can just make ahead the dry ingredients in a bottle to save time each time you make it.

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

I am going to start doing this. Thanks so much for the tip!

[@maggiezemanek9656]

Ty! 🙂

[@dalairem]

Great stuff! I agree with another comment about making your own ranch seasoning. Really easy to do and you can make a whole bunch ahead of time. Plus, it's guaranteed to be vegan. One other suggestion: Punch up the nice cream with some of those soaked cashews, or with blanched soaked almonds, blended to butter in advance. The creaminess level goes up another few notches, guaranteed!

[@terredee]

That’s a great tip! I haven’t heard of that before but will try it in the next batch of nice cream. Thank you!

[@CharGC123]

Unfortunately for some of us chubbies, so do the calories!

[@dalairem]

​@@CharGC123 it's optional. Even I don't always use them, like when I know I'm going to enjoy some right away rather than refreezing. When I do, however, I only add a tablespoon or two of mylk cashew or almond butter to a full batch--really, that's all it takes--and certainly, I don't chow down on the whole container in a sitting. It's a minimal addition of calories and fat per serving, and frankly, for weight control, it's better to avoid the bananas and make a berry sorbet, anyway. (I actually prefer it! Soo refreshing!) I like having bites of banana nice cream here and there when my running miles climb, particularly in the summer, and I need more calories.

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Such great tips! Thank you!!

[@CharGC123]

@@dalairem I was obese most of my life until going WFPB, but even though i lost over 100 lbs 10 years ago the last 50 won't budge. I have the metabolism of a slug and have mobility issues too, so my exercise options are minimal, which sucks. I'm with you on the sorbets! I'm probably the only person in the world who is not at all a fan of ripe bananas, to me they taste like paint thinner or nail polish smells. But they're not as bad when frozen, especially mixed with other stuff. It may sound weird but lately I've been making "nice cream" with frozen roasted sweet potatoes and/or frozen cooked oatmeal or beans replacing most of the banana, with added cocoa, PB2, and dates to sweeten if needed. Maybe not as smooth as plain banana, but it sneaks in other healthy (and cheap) foods, and actually tastes better to me .

[@kirstenveneziano1205]

I saw that you were making your own garbanzo beans do you save the aquafaba from what you cooked? Or is what's in the cans different? I'm trying to become vegan and whole foods only, and it's so much work. Thank you for the tips.

[@plantwhys]

I usually only use it from the cans. I don’t use it a lot, so when I use it I grab it from a can.

[@BethCatt-jq6xi]

I am allergic to bananas, so can you recommend a substitute for the bananas 🍌

[@51249ca]

Where can you get nutritional yeast in bulk?

[@plantwhys]

I buy mine from Amazon.

[@merrill997]

Thank you for another great video! I noticed you put amaranth on top of your nice cream with something else. Do you just dry sauté the amaranth and then add that and the other toppings of your liking?

[@pilatesbyalisia7015]

Yes, I add sugar and pumpkin seeds and cook over medium heat until the amaranth starts to pop!

[@anasthasiaczajka9744]

how do you keep the aquafaba you get from the can ? and how long can it be kept ? please :)

[@robine916]

I've heard people say they freeze theirs in ice cube trays then keep in a ziplock or container in the freezer. I have not done this so you may want to do some research on this💕

[@janeschade7875]

Which of your videos can you tell me has the one that you use black beans instead of oil in brownies I can’t find it and I’ve been searching all your videos

[@plantwhys]

The dessert hacks video!

[@janeschade7875]

@ the brownies, flopped I’m wondering if I was to take the black beans and drain them and put them into the dry mix before adding a can of water

[@JunkJournalTreasures]

Great hacks! 2 questions.. what brand of nutritional yeast to you like best? Is the ranch seasoning vegan? thanks xx

[@plantwhys]

I use Anthony’s nutritional yeast for price, but I LOVE the wholier brand for taste. It has a little kick to it. And you can buy vegan ranch seasoning mixes. Just make sure the ingredients don’t contain powdered milk.

[@danaw8052]

The very first ingredient in that Mccormick ranch from Costco is buttermilk powder.

[@cyndij8312]

Great suggestions. The only one I can't get behind is aquafaba. Tastes awful to me. Even the cooking liquid from homemade chickpeas. Merry Christmas!

[@snuffleufagus9771]

Nice cream is GREAT when eaten in moderafion. I was eating nice cream daily and my potassium levels skyrocketed. Just practice moderation....

[@plantwhys]

Great tip!

[@baby.seadogs]

Does adding the seaweed to beans make the beans taste fishy?

[@plantwhys]

Not at all! You don’t even notice. Plus you remove it after they are cooked.

[@southernor8194]

exact same title as Derek at Simnett Nutrition channel. How original

[@blindkimberly1360]

Thank you for giving us hacks like this! What can we substitute for soy and bananas? Allergies🙇🏻‍♀️ I’ve tried every carrot dog recipe available. Always tastes like super salty carrots. Any hints there? 🤗

[@PrettyLittlePlantBased]

What about apple sauce instead of banana? I’ve done that. It’s great! And instead of soy how about almond or oat?

[@flattlandermontgomery1524]

If you want a tofu substitute, look for recipes for "chick pea tofu" It's super easy, you basically add boiling water to chickpea flour and then let it set. Doesn't sound good I guess, but it actually is pretty good.

[@blindkimberly1360]

@@PrettyLittlePlantBased thank you! I do love apple sauce. I’ll try it! 🤗

[@blindkimberly1360]

@@flattlandermontgomery1524 that does sound good! Thank you! 🤗

[@bonniespruin6369]

I'd like to try to use aquafaba, but when I first became vegan because of my leaky gut, I read that you must rinse the chick peas of all the liquid because it's hard on your stomach. I'm nervous about using it thinking it will hurt my stomach.

[@plantwhys]

Try it. It all depends on how much you use. But you can also use veggie broth instead in many recipes!

[@joopdaloop5840]

yeah the liquid in canned beans can give you gas. so maybe avoid if you’re susceptible 💚

[@WapajeaWalksOnWater]

If you have A or O bloodtype, seaweed is medicine for you, so don't remove it. It is edible, and highly nutritious.❤

[@bramsrockhopper3377]

I’m concerned that you used a ranch powder with milk in it… Is it one you regularly use or just one you picked up for the video? Always read labels, fellow vegans 👍

[@plantwhys]

It was what I had on hand. (From before my husbands stroke) and I forgot to mention to buy a vegan version.

[@milenadeltorto7158]

Please cut out the music and make the voice over not have room echo. Meant in the spirit of kindness!❤

[@918scott]

The Tofu plus Ranch packet looked a bit runny. Do you think it would mix ok if I pressed it first? If so would it be too thick?

[@plantwhys]

It thickens up in the fridge! Turns into the perfect consistency!

[@918scott]

@@plantwhys excellent. Didn't think about that!

[@918scott]

@@plantwhys I wanted to make this for my kids tomorrow who are plant based. I just noticed on the package and costco bucket of ranch powder, both have either whey or some type of milk product. With that they will not consume it. I understand they do not want to drink a glass of milk but why would they not have something that contains only a tablespoon of powder that only has a fraction of bad stuff that will be split among many people? When I ask them these questions they get defensive and we get lectured. I would really like to know and get another opinion (yours and the viewers) that I respect. :)

[@coroleva100]

@@918scott Hi, I've been vegan for close to 10 years and vegetarian for most of my life before that. Here's my perspective as an ethical vegan, however, I am also health and nutrition focused. I would not eat some thing with even a small amount of milk or honey or any animal product because; 1 It's an ethical choice for me not to consume, wear, or use animals in any way. I believe it is wrong to exploit animals so I decline to partake *whenever possible*. For example, my medication contains lactose. I've asked my doctor for an alternative but everything he checked contained dairy. I don't like it but I don't have much choice if I want to stay alive. I do have a choice when it comes to food, clothing and entertainment. I won't exploit animals if there's any way around it. 2 I stopped seeing animal products as food and instead see milk as a bodily secretion and pretty gross (not trying to be rude, it's just how I see animal products) If your kids have watched documentaries about animal agriculture they can be pretty shocking and can leave one seeing dairy/meat in a very different light. 3 Because it's a slippery slope when it comes to eating plant based. Animal products are everywhere and if a teaspoon is ok here & there then you might end up back to eating the Standard American Diet before you know it. I am not here speaking for all vegans or plant based folks, just how I would feel. Your kids might see things very differently. I think it's fantastic that you are making the effort to support their choices and understand their perspective.

[@918scott]

@coroleva100 That makes sense. Thanks for taking the time to write all that. It's refreshing to be educated about one's feelings towards something these days without being screamed at. The perplexing part is my kids have made it clear that they do not base their choice off of ethical reasons but for health reasons. That's the part I don't understand. My wife and I will have them over for dinner and we prepare a vegan meal. At times, rather than asking the ingredients that were used, they ask to look at any bottles or boxes that might have been used to make sure it doesn't have trace amounts of milk, cheese, egg, and so on.. It's like having to pass an exam and wondering if we're going to scrap everything right before we sit down to eat. It's kind of frustrating and exhausting making you NOT want them to come over as much anymore. Here's an observation that I have.. They'll go to a vegan or plant-based restaurant and they won't ask the tour the kitchen and look at all there packaging but you have to do it the family. This is when my common sense kicks in and says, I guarantee you if they toured these kitchens they're going to find something that was used they do not like. I am sure that some may consider me a hypocrite because I look at the back of food packaging in the store before purchasing it to make sure it doesn't have highly refined products in it including some of the stabilizers known to cause cancer because my wife was diagnosed with ovarian cancer due to environmental reasons, not hereditary connections. It seems like 50% of the time they do contain those products but we still buy them because we do not want to live in fear over these trace amounts but rather educate ourselves and be smart as possible about choices verses what most people do by consuming absolutely everything not knowing anything. Until we are farmers and can grow everything and be 100% sustainable, we put our trust in God to protect us. (With earthly common sense applied of course!) Merry Christmas and have a wonderful prosperous New Year!