Brand New Vegan - Comfort Food Classics Review: What I Eat in a Week | Chuck Underwood | Plant-Based

[@pbwithjeremy]

In case it's confusing here's a guide to our tier list: S = Superb - loved it! A = Really good. I'd like to have it again. B = It's fine. Didn't hate it. Didn't love it. C = I don't like it, but I'll finish it. F = Awful. Would rather make a second dinner than eat.

[@lauribleu7558]

First time here. I started down the WFPB path when I was 69 (I am now staring at 71). The good thing is that I only have to feed myself so I can be as weird as I want to be. I don't bother much with recipes and just throw stuff together and see how it turns out. In my opinion, quite well. I use a LOT of seasonings and some good salt-free hot sauce. Heck, I even put cayenne pepper or blueberry hot sauce in my morning oats-cauliflower-tofu-berry breakfast bowl (there are a lot of other things in it too). The advantage is that I can push anything I make in any ethnic direction I want while not trying replicate the Standard American Diet. I don't care if there is no "meat." Legumes shine all on their own. Your family is delightful and your daughter is a stitch. I often wonder how my sons would have reacted to going vegan when they were young. Probably not too well with my emphasis on seasonings. As it is, my roommate now hates my cooking (at least it keeps him out of my food and he cooks for himself). I am now motivated to try my own version of tamale pie. I already do chilis and mex casserole types of things. Maybe with masa harina dumplings instead of a cornbread topping. We'll see.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Yess!!! Make a tamale pie!!!

[@deannaflores2353]

As someone who is always trying new recipes and buying WFPB cookbooks....absolutely love it that you do cookbook reviews. Thank you!

[@pbwithjeremy]

thank you!

[@taniaallan5702]

Once you rehydrate soy curls you need to squeeze as much liquid out of them before you cook them or they are gummy. I love soy curls! Versatile.

[@annoyingbutmorallyconsistent]

This ☝️ They are sooooo worth it once you figure them out. We buy the 12 lb box 😊

[@taniaallan5702]

@@annoyingbutmorallyconsistent I order 6 bags at a time and keep them in the freezer. Haven’t hit box level 😅

[@annoyingbutmorallyconsistent]

@@taniaallan5702 Lol, we use a bag a week at least. Like you say, they're so versatile and we always have jerky on hand for snacking. So darn tasty!

[@pbwithjeremy]

I need to try the Butler ones - the ones near our house seemed oily...

[@taniaallan5702]

@@pbwithjeremy oh I didn’t know there were different brands! I’ve only used Butler. I’ve never noticed oiliness.

[@suzy7645]

BNV- he has some awesome recipes!! Cool guy too.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Yes they do

[@DeniseNTexas]

I don’t have his cookbook but his sopa de Fideo is one of my favorite recipes! I’ve enjoyed almost every recipe of his I’ve ever made.

[@drdeb8646]

The best way to squeeze out the soy curls is put in a clean tea towel and twist to remove the liquid. This allows the soy curls to really absorb any added flavors/sauces. 👌🏻 Soy curls have a nice chew and are made out of 1 ingredient: soybeans. Can substitute in number of meat-based dishes and in place of tofu as a protein source.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks!

[@Sheri...]

I've made Chuck's "Hearty Vegetable Stew" from his website which I loved. Just bought his book.

[@wendywhelan7374]

Hi Jeremy! I am a big fan of you and Chuck. Advice on the chips. I soak them in vinegar for a bit and sprinkle with salt before microwaving. Salt and vinegar chips! Also, I make Chuck’s cauliflower crumbles regularly. I at least double the recipe and freeze it in recipe size portions. You can leave out the taco seasoning and season when you use it. Think spaghetti and “ meat “

[@jenbidding4544]

I soak my very thinly sliced chips in cold water (to remove the starch) for 15 minutes, then pat them dry , then season, then bake them in the oven for 20 minutes.

[@pbwithjeremy]

I make a very simular cauli crumble as well for shepard's pie and other things - so I was familiar with this - the challenge with using the walnuts just means it limits us being able to take leftovers since Woolie and Annie's school have a no-nut policy,

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks for the tip on the chips!!!!

[@karryd62]

Every time I watch your show, I have a little giggle. Your family is awesome and I love your content.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you!!!

[@Sheri...]

I've gotten such a great tutorial on using Soy Curls by reading all these comments. I've been wanting to try them, now I finally will.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Same!!!!

[@CrisL-i4q]

Recently purchased book. Can't wait to try.

[@jaminwaite3867]

Did you guys squeeze the water out of the soy curls? The beany taste comes out which is a plus when I’m cooking for omnis. If I’m lazy, I’ll just chuck them in a pot with vegan chikn bouillon and let it reduce until it dries out a bit. There’s entire Facebook groups dedicated to soy curl recipes 😂

[@pbwithjeremy]

An ENTIRE GROUP?!? Whats the link? Certainly need to work with them more :)

[@Sheri...]

Wow, I'd like to check that out too! And I'm not even on Facebook, but would sign up for this.

[@JohannaVanWinkle]

Cranky in the kitchen... we've all been there!

[@pbwithjeremy]

hahaha

[@lisawhite2487]

with soy curls, I rehydrate, squeeze them out, season and bake until cooked through then stir in the sauce :). I also like to put in enchiladas. after the baking step mix with notch, green salsa, vegan plain yogurt, squeeze of lime and whatever cooked veg then wrap in tortillas and sauce and bake. also good as taquito filling

[@debibowman9173]

We love Mongolian soy curls. Great chicken replacement.

[@evaschill4620]

Can we have a food diary of your daughter? 😂 it would be so interesting to see her food choices as she doesn't seem too happy about a lot of foods. Would love that! ❤

[@meganmanson6488]

It could be a bit much for a teen or tween to have the Internet commenting on their individual food choices. Maybe instead each family member can nominate their favorite dish. They can make it with Jeremy and at the end of the week vote for the favorite that isn’t their own.

[@zola8063]

​@@meganmanson6488 Your suggestion is a much better way to go.

[@pbwithjeremy]

This is great - I don't think Annie cares what others think of her (desperately hope she maintains this as she goes through teen years :) At some poiint I'm going to do compilations of our favorite recipes from these reviews - so each of us would have their own video/food dairy that way - and I can have them part of the intro to perhaps ellaborate. We're also working on a cookbook that will address our individual tastes too :).... @@meganmanson6488

[@meganmanson6488]

@@pbwithjeremy I’m glad she has that attitude and that you know and respect her comfort level with being exposed on online.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you - and we check in all the time in case it changes. Hard being a kid today with the world watching@@meganmanson6488

[@melissamorello1700]

“Woolies not here so I’m turning on the water” I literally laughed out loud 😂

[@texassews535]

Soy Curls need to be softened in very hot or boiling water. Leave for 10 minutes. Squeeze out the 💦 water. Now your soy curls are ready to be dredged in whatever you like. IF you do not squeeze them out, they will be too soggy to air fry, or skillet sauté, without steaming. You will never get a crust. Secondly, if you do not know, you can overcook them and fry too hard and then they become tasteless. These are fabulous, but there is a learning curve to them. You can wring them out and put BBQ sauce on them with Cole slaw and wow! You can also cut them in bite-size pieces that are more manageable. Don’t give up on these!😀. PS-soak them in a flavored sauce, veggie broth or something favorable.

[@ckveggie6006]

Great tips. Thanks

[@papercracker4176]

Yes, those big soy curl strips can even just be snapped by hand into smaller pieces before you hydrate them.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks for the tips! I've ordered some butler soy curls!!!

[@KristiCats]

Fun video! We are challenging ourselves based on your video, and we are going to make each of the recipes from the cookbook that you made for your family, and we'll see how we grade them! 🙂

[@pbwithjeremy]

Oh WOW! Please let us know how that goes!!!!

[@LauraCastillejos]

Chuck's recipe for the "Best Damn Vegan Chili" is delicious! You should give that one a try. I despise soy curls lol that maybe a little harsh, but it's a texture thing for me. That being said, my family loves them. I soak them in boiling water, rinse and squeeze excess water out as much as possible. Then I dry fry them in a pan before whatever my next step is going to be (corn starch, sauce, etc.). Also, it's strange that your soy curls were oily considering they are just made from soybeans. Thanks for the review, Jeremy & Family! 💕

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks for the tips!

[@wtillett243]

I appreciate your sensitivity for your audience. Gotta try those potato chips.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you! I'm curious - in what way?

[@wtillett243]

@@pbwithjeremy you have a gentle caring spirit.

[@Marilyn7733]

Hi Jeremy. Thanks to you and your family for the honest review. I admire and respect Chuck for all he does for the WFPB community. In support of that I purchased his cookbook. I have found that even after being WFPB for four years now, I still have indigestion/ heartburn if the recipe has too many spices, peppers, vinegars etc. For me, the simpler the better! Love your videos. ❤️

[@pbwithjeremy]

Glad you bought Chuck's book - he's so lovely! Sounds like you've got a handle on what you need to modify in your own recipes!

[@user-nr5he3ic9o]

Where did you find it? Looked at my library and Amazon but couldn’t find it.

[@Marilyn7733]

@@user-nr5he3ic9o I think it’s only available on Chuck’s website Brand New Vegan. That’s where I bought mine. Jeremy has a link in the show notes.

[@blindkimberly1360]

I so love that y’all eat naturally. I know people sometimes complain about mouths open or whatever. I asked hubby cuz he’s never complained about it. He says y’all eat like family. We appreciate that so much! Never change y’all. You’re adorable. 🫶🏼🤗😎

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you - we certainly have people who complain about our "table manners" from time to time, but we can't please everyone, we're trying to be better about eating with mouths open, etc... but some people just don't want to watch people being real - that's not us :)

[@blindkimberly1360]

@@pbwithjeremy most of us following you do so because of the real. Just sayin. 😎

[@pbwithjeremy]

thanks :) @@blindkimberly1360

[@lauraz8349]

Love your cookbook reviews. I just got a copy of Veggie Burger Atelier by Nina Olson for Christmas . Lots of interesting burgers with flavors from around the world made from whole foods. It's a vegetarian book, but all of the recipes have vegan and gf swaps and it also has recipes for buns, condiments, pickled toppers, and sweets. Lovely photos throughout. Thought you might enjoy since you have teenagers!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks for the recommendation! Will add to the list :)

[@NaturallEGood]

The potato chips are a hit, thank you for sharing!!!

[@pbwithjeremy]

You're welcome!

[@inksslinks319]

Oooh you got Chucks cookbook. I love the corn butter but mix it up with the recipe from FOK by adding nooch for more umami goodness and agar for texture and to thicken.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Great idea!!

[@laurenvasnelis9028]

You should review Monkey & Me Kitchen Adventures!! I don't know if they have a recipe book but they have a "Best of 2023" compilation.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Is there a link online?

[@snowbearty]

I love their recipes!

[@winniefristoe4684]

This is the first time I have paused one of your videos to make a recipe. Those potato chips were delightful!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Hahaha - I don't blame you - I would have done that too!

[@traceygardner2992]

I love these videos so much! You and your family are amazing. Annie makes me laugh out loud every video-she reminds me of my daughter! And I’m always impressed by your son’s sophisticated reviews of the food. He really knows how to articulate what he does and doesn’t like about the food. Kudos to you and your wife for raising cool kids!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Awww thank you :) So glad you're enjoying spending time with us :)

[@1233312zxc]

The spicy tofu is one of my faverite

[@pbwithjeremy]

NIce!

[@debbiel1228]

Taco Pie suggestion - add a layer of your delicious cheese sauce (grilled cheese cheese) between the base and the topping!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Great idea!

[@cherylofarrell7517]

Hi Jeremy, hope you make his chili. I make it all the time and its wonderful.

[@pbwithjeremy]

We made one of them

[@cherylofarrell7517]

@@pbwithjeremy try the bean chili if you can, it's yummy

[@Laineyslife]

I love Chucks book ❤ cirn butter is yummy on baked potatoes even sweet potato ❤

[@pbwithjeremy]

Ohhhh - that's a great idea of how to use it!

[@sandrae5609]

Soy curls are a game changer when prepped and cooked properly. Especially the Butter Soy Curls brand.

[@pbwithjeremy]

I'm super new to them :)

[@sandrae5609]

@@pbwithjeremy Initially, keep it simple. Hydrate the curls with water. After fully hydrated, squeeze the excess water out of them. At this point you can season them if you like or just throw them in the air fryer as is. Cook them until they are crispy on the outside. You can then use them in a salad like chicken or you can make a sandwich with them. I would toss them in whatever sauce you like. Just don’t soak them again. Also, if you use a buffalo sauce, put that on last minute because it will burn in the air fryer. Ask me how I know. lol

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you!!!!

[@mjmollman]

Irish stew is fantastic! I didn't have beer and used no beef broth instead. It is now in my regular meal rotation!

[@pbwithjeremy]

I really really loved it!

[@KatrinaGordon-o4q]

I love your wfpb cookbook reviews!! Have you done a video on the How Not to Die cookbook or The Complete Plant Based Cookbook from America’s Test Kitchen?

[@pbwithjeremy]

Oh wow - I'm so glad this has been a helpful resource for you! What an INCREDIBLE story you have and journey that you've been on. So glad to have you here in our community and glad we can be a small part of your journey moving forward. Let us know how we can help!!!

[@karenlange4120]

Howdy from Minnesota-this is Karen. I super like your videos and family. Working on being WFPB most of the time. Thank you for your cookbook reviews!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Hey Karen you can do this!!! And our pleasure! Anything you're struggling with?

[@Amelia-qm6bk]

The irish stew and the TSO tofu recipe is something I would like to make. They look amazing. The longer recipes, I would say making the sauces or crumble for example a day before perhaps. Am like Woolly get cranky when am hungry , ahahhaah. Thanks Jeremy and Co. ❤❤

[@pbwithjeremy]

You're welcome!!! Hanger is real :)

[@marnijervis3706]

Rehydrate the soy curls in broth and then squeeze them dry them. Apply marinade and/or spices then bake in oven, air fry or dry saute on stove top. I like mine with some crispy edges. Delicious!

[@dianeschuller]

Looks like some winners for you guys. I really liked the sound of his chili, which has the traditional ingredients in it (other than the sweet potato) so I may add some sweet potato next time. Also, his Irish stew sounds and looks terrific! I get what you mean about the problems with self published cookbooks in that they lack some of the information for serving sizes, order of which things to make first, etc. I'll definitely pass but I loved your video and all the reactions from you and your family. Another fun video -- thank you!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks for your perspective, Diane!

[@KaraPorter-ix8hg]

very love your videos

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you!

[@Chandra-fm3vp]

Have Annie try frying some chopped walnuts in a little maple syrup for a few minutes. She's going to LOVE them! Let them cool first.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Yup - she'll eat candied nuts like that just fine - pecans especially with a little chili powder mixed in :)

[@SusanFlowers_]

On the cornbread they usually do like a butter topping on it. What if you use some aquafaba or took a mixture of little water and maple syrup or date syrup and put it on top of the cornbread..

[@pbwithjeremy]

Great tip! Thanks :)

[@blindkimberly1360]

Oh I can’t wait to have time for this one!

[@jamiehirschi2361]

Thanks for doing these cookbook reviews. They really help me decide which one's we might enjoy.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Our pleasure!

[@evandelegeane7596]

I'm more with your wife and daughter with the soy curls. I've tried!! I just can never seem to get them to the point where I am blown away!

[@MaureenUcleswriteoread]

I cannot wait to try out the stir fry!

[@diannariley8430]

Hi Jeremy, I’m Dianna from New Orleans! I’ve always enjoyed your videos and I love the Mighty app where we can converse!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Hey Dianna!!!

[@katerinaleoudi8801]

Hi Jeremy, Thank you so much for this video, I got some really tasty recipe ideas. My daughter wants me to buy a mandolin for the fries now 🙃 Sending you and your family love from Germany!

[@pbwithjeremy]

You can get a pretty cheap one online - just be careful! I cut a bit off my thumb when I first started using it!

[@katerinaleoudi8801]

Thanks for the tip Jeremy

[@hidden909]

You are so brave to cook for teenagers, I’m definitely going to try those potato chips

[@pbwithjeremy]

Haha - not all heroes wear capes! And those fries are KILLER

[@wackmedia]

Well Your World with Dillon and Reebs have recipe books out now to try.

[@pbwithjeremy]

They're on the list to try :)

[@joannematzuka1592]

Irish Stew needs some peas looks delicious I add mushrooms and eggplant for the meatienesss no beans and maybe a little Marmite

[@pbwithjeremy]

Marmite is such a specific ingredient - I think it's passed down from parents - ours never used it.

[@khawlahpeace1222]

Im the same I don't like fake meats. But for people coming from their previous way of eating they are a great sub, my son's approve greatly. Love your book reviews and love more the honesty and fun of your family. Thank you all

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@sharonknorr1106]

Soy curls are made from whole soybeans, no added oil. Yes, they are slightly processed, but not much. I don't like the soy taste, either, so I always double-soak my soy curls. Right out of the bag, I soak them in warm water for at least 15 minutes. Then I squeeze as much water out of them as I can. Now you could go ahead and use them at this point, but I usually soak them again in some type of broth/marinade to further enhance the taste, but you could just use warm water again. Then I squeeze out most of the marinade (which you can save), and then continue to the next step. They should be damp at that point, but not wet Air frying is not a bad way to go.

[@pbwithjeremy]

We kept ours in a paper bag and they looked oily :(

[@sharonknorr1106]

Yeah, that's from the soy itself and the soaking in warm/hot water helps remove that.

[@Sheri...]

Thanks for all those tips! I'm gonna buy some soy curls & give them a try.

[@blindkimberly1360]

I was so wanting this cookbook. Thanks for reviewing it before I bought it! I think some of the recipes are definitely tweakable but being blind with a dyslexic hubby I need easy to understand recipes. Awesome review guys! Totally awesome!😎🫶🏼😎

[@TheLillyGr]

Pretty much every channel I watch, the taste test is displayed as this euphoric experience, and it is almost just part of the schtick. I tried some cookies by one person who shall not be named, and these "yummy" treats are being fed to my dog. I appreciate the honest evaluations from your family. We don't all like the same things, but a realistic assessment by your fam I think is beneficial. I also want to know that given Annie dislikes so many things, when she has to go and feed herself, what does she make / eat? Is it plant-based and healthy?

[@pbwithjeremy]

Glad that you like that we keep it real :) Annie is actually a supertaster which means flavours are VERY intense for her, so she prefers things simpler often, less sauce, etc.... she still eats pretty healthy - both of the kids will still have a little dairy from time to time (cheese) but it's maybe only a couple of times a week. They're entering the teen years so they certainly eat more junk now that we can't really dictate everything they eat - but they do grab healthy things for snacks more than most kids their age I imagine...

[@MichaelToub]

Great Video!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@sschreck08]

I looove his Best Damn Vegan Chili recipe. It is fantastic!

[@mistygoodwin6361]

It’s my go - to chili recipe!

[@arlee1954]

Another great video, Jeremy!!! Just checked out your merch store.....but am not seeing the "Annie Approved" t-shirt yet!!!!!! I really WANT that t-shirt!!!!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Working on it!

[@bethwaldren3303]

love soy curls You need to drain them and squeeze out any extra liquid before you cook them to get the best texture,.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks!!!

[@vickibuescher7761]

I love that you did the SABCF it helps when you all have a defined answer. I think you should do this with the rest of the year of cook books you might have a better defined over all answer at the end of the year.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Glad you liked that addition - we're doing it moving forward for sure!

[@Sheri...]

What do those letter ratings mean? SABCF ??

[@Unmasking_Viandalisme]

Used to swap the beef mince for mushrooms & red peppers. Now the kidney beans get the same treatment.😄

[@cherylofarrell7517]

I made his bean chili and its great

[@4horsemamma]

I love your channel. Have you done a video of Annie's Favorites? I'd love to see what she likes best.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Coming soon!

[@veggietrish]

After we cover our soy curls in corn starch we bake or air fry them until they are crispy. I tried them once in a frying pan and it was a nope for me.

[@katydunn6064]

Love your reviews! I wouldn’t mind a tutorial on the soy curls tho….. I tried them once🤢 pretty sure I didn’t make them correctly… will try again!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Haha - I have to try them a LOT more 'cause as you can see I'm far from an expert :)

[@Sheri...]

I would love to see that!

[@diannariley8430]

Thnx for the shoutout!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Of course!!!!

[@blindkimberly1360]

I was determined to get myself a Vitamix for my b’day. Decided on the narrow bottom jar cuz you keep complaining about the wide bottom. Tyvm🥰

[@pbwithjeremy]

If you're making large volumes the wide jar is good - the narrow one can be trickier to get thick things out of, so make sure you order their scraper too!

[@kj0923]

Yeah for chips🎉 Now I’ll have to buy a mandolin 🥔

[@pbwithjeremy]

do it! Just be careful with it :)

[@CrazyCarmenMirada]

The best damned chili is the one I cook all the time. My family loves it.

[@pbwithjeremy]

What do you put in yours?

[@SusanFlowers_]

Maybe some peanuts would be nice in it. What about water chestnuts or bean sprouts? You don't see them used too much anymore.

[@pbwithjeremy]

I just used them in a stir fry this week :)

[@IssaMas]

“Woolie’s not here so I’m putting the sink on.” 😂

[@pbwithjeremy]

The sink was feeling left out :)

[@IssaMas]

Admit it - you just really missed Woolie 😉

[@pbwithjeremy]

Clearly!!!

[@rettahenry6362]

Looks like a good cookbook. Signifigant other and I watched the potato chip segment, looked at each other, then raced to the kitchen to try it out!! huge game changer and don't have to worry about them flying around and getting burnt in the element like in the air fryer. Forget hanging out around the TV, we just hang out in front of the microwave! lol JK.

[@pbwithjeremy]

I’m dying, you guys are awesome! Glad you enjoyed that tip and trick! :)

[@Shearose107]

You had some struggle grades there. Your faces told the whole story though. 😅 Hilarious Family! 👍

[@pbwithjeremy]

Struggle grades?

[@pbwithjeremy]

Also thanks :) We're just a bunch of fools :)

[@Shearose107]

@pbwithjeremy as in struggling to give the recipe a decent grade, even when most of you clearly weren't fans. There were some true As that made you alls faces light up, and then there were "OK yuck , 🤮 B or C." I love your final review, though. I feel like it was one of the least biased reviews I've seen on YT but still very supportive and considerate of the author's cook book. Gonna go binge watch all the reviews!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks! I truly wanted to like this book, so I might have tried to convince myself in spots. We're nothing if not honest :)@@Shearose107

[@tenapit]

Let me know when you need more pickle seasoning😊

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you again!!!! We're savoring it :)

[@kathleenruiz2665]

Love your videos but would like to see a pinned comment of what your rating system is.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Great idea - thanks! In the new videos I'm adding an explanation in the video :)

[@MarkHuber139]

First time to watch your channel, thanks for your honest review of the cookbook. Probably last time I'll check in....family table manners were difficult to watch.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Appreciate your feedback! Sorry to hear we're not for you. Which manners in particular were off-putting?

[@trishk9322]

Can we become members if we live in the US? I followed the link and tried to join quite a while ago (weeks ago possibly), but my status remains "pending approval" each time I log back in to check and finish the membership process. Sorry to put this here, but I couldn't find another point of contact. Love the channel and really appreciate the work you and your family put in showing the reality of this lifestyle. ❤

[@pbwithjeremy]

Oh weird - try it again - something might have gone wonky - no one needs to approve your membership.... try here: pb-with-j.mn.co/plans/378028

[@pbwithjeremy]

And you can be members from anywhere in the world - let me know if you have troubles!!! You can also e-mail me at [e-mail]

[@Hollybio]

Jeremy, My husband and I started a WFPB diet on January 12th. We have been holding strong but do occasionally eat small amounts of cheese or dairy (basically just when we are out of town and find limited options). I weigh over 300 lbs and my husband is overweight and has high cholesterol so this is very much a health decision. I turned 50 and could no longer face life as a 300 lb woman and still be considered malnourished by my doctor. Tonight I made a WFPB Cottage Pie. The problem I have is making mashed potatoes with no flavor when I am used to using butter and cream to make them. Do you have a video for that? I have been consuming your content as well as others, but I trust you the most and would appreciate any help you can give us. Thanks, Holly

[@sisterdi64]

Hi. I’ve been WFPB for 5 years. I’ve tried watching all these different WFPB cooks on KZbin and loved them. BUT ! I couldn’t lose weight. All these people talked about how you can eat until you’re full and still lose weight. Not me. I never gained weight but didn’t lose any. THEN - on August 29, 2023 Joey on Plant Based Dads sat down in front of his camera and had a heart to heart talk with his audience. What he had to say that day has affected my life completely. Since that date I have lost 52 pounds as of this morning. I am definitely still WFPB on Starch Solution but I have a whole different mindset since watching Joey’s video. I highly recommend it to anyone who is WFPB and wants to lose weight. - especially if you’re over 50. Blessings!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Can you post the link to that video???

[@pbwithjeremy]

Hi Holly so sorry for the delayed response! I wanted to write you back properly. So it sounds like you're coming off of the Standard American Diet (SAD), which has your tastebuds used to lots of fat and sugar and salt. You need to give yourself a few weeks for your tastebuds to adjust. One thing some people do to reset their tastebuds/palette is to just eat potatoes for a few days - baked, boiled, wahtever - but there's a rule: nothing added, nothing taken away. You have to eat them plain, no salt or butter. Eat as MANY as you want.

[@pbwithjeremy]

And after that first week introduce some more whole foods into your diet - try plain corn - it will taste like candy - you'll be shocked how much your tastebuds will find all the flavours that were muted before because of how your senses were skewed.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Appreciate you thinking our content is worth helping you on your journey. Hope this helps!

[@anner4598]

In the taco pie you subbed the apple sauce with aquafaba. Is that a one for one sub or is it a different ratio? I've never used aquafaba before. Thanks!

[@pbwithjeremy]

It was 1:1

[@niajenkins3583]

How do you make aquafaba please?

[@pbwithjeremy]

here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIO9Yp2DbJKejqs

[@meganmanson6488]

For the taco pie, I’d rather sautée some veggies, add cooked lentils or beans, and taco seasonings. Then airfry cut rounds of precooked polenta (the kind in a tube). Put the filling on the bottom of a bowl and the polenta rounds on top instead of cornbread. Done.

[@pbwithjeremy]

oh - great idea!!!!

[@elluraduplex3654]

I was interested to see what you thought of this. I have only tried a few of his recipes and I didn’t like them. He uses too many mushrooms for my taste. Also, I’ve seen dessert recipes from him - I’m thinking mug cakes - so surprised they weren’t included.

[@pbwithjeremy]

I was surprised by a lack of desserts too - alas. I'm a fan of mushrooms. This was a bit of a mixed bag, but I think it' worth people checking out for themselves!

[@judyshepherd5477]

Chuck has said desserts are not his forte' but he does have a few on his website.

[@judyshepherd5477]

I think Chuck's tastes tend to southeastern and southwestern. His pinto bean soup is soooo good to someone raised on southern 'soup beans' like my husband, who asked me where I got his grandma's recipe. I had never even attempted that meal before trying Chuck's recipe. I love mushrooms so not an issue for me, but one could easily sub something they do like. Chuck does go heavier on hot spices than our family likes, so I use 1/4 to 1/2 or omit. I bought his book because I like to support the work of promoting plant based eating. And I keep hoping my husband will pick it up and make a healthy meal for me. :-)

[@pbwithjeremy]

Agreed Judy! @@judyshepherd5477

[@brendaross9333]

Did it not tell you to squeeze the water out of them and then add the corn starch

[@pbwithjeremy]

It did not...

[@taniaallan5702]

Jeremy, why don’t you treat yourself to a 48oz container for your Vitamix! Trust me, all the difference. I rarely use the 64oz.

[@janetmacdonald9209]

I use my 64oz most all the time.

[@taniaallan5702]

@@janetmacdonald9209 I use it, but I use the smaller one more. I use my Vitamix every single day though, 1-3 times a day. I just know the larger one frustrates Jeremy a lot 😂 so thought it would be a nice addition to his blender game 😀

[@BettyHorn]

​@@taniaallan5702 I have an older model and the newer parts don't fit. I bought mine 10 years ago.

[@taniaallan5702]

@@BettyHornmine is 8 years old, it’s a pro 750. I have the 32oz and the 48oz stainless steel and they work. If you have an older model with the low profile, you can get those. I’ve actually just ordered a new one yesterday (a3500) just cause I love my Vitamix and wanted to upgrade so that I can get all the new attachements they come out with. Ordered a few extra containers, the blending bowl and cup, and the food processor attachment. Can’t wait!!!

[@BettyHorn]

@@taniaallan5702 no, mine doesn't have the lower profile. I've already checked. The newer stuff doesn't fit. But thanks! I can't afford another one. And since these last forever (almost), I doubt that I'll be buying another one... unless we win the lottery! Lol!

[@lorilindgren519]

Hey Jeremy, my membership request shows as still pending.

[@pbwithjeremy]

So sorry to hear that - can you e-mail me at [e-mail] - we'll sort this out!!!

[@kristianglen5990]

Thanks so much for these books reviews! Ps: not everyone is offended by the occasional curse word. It's real life for many of us!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks Kristian! We've been keeping it cleaner for those in the audience who like to watch with their kids :) But appreciate a fellow potty-mouther when I meet one :)

[@SusanFlowers_]

Wus (like what a wus!) Wus stuh sheer sauce

[@pbwithjeremy]

This just confirms that different people say it differently :) Lots of people have said it's "Wooster-Shire" :)

[@SpringFlowers537]

Garbage bowl 😂 Seriously use the Rachel Ray hack of using a garbage bowl! I use a garbage bowl and another small flat bowl for veggie scraps to add to my freezer bag for broth😊

[@pbwithjeremy]

What's a garbage bowl!?

[@JohannaZee]

You said the soy curls were oily but I thought they were just one ingredient soybeans

[@pbwithjeremy]

THe ones we bought we put into a paper bag and it left grease/oil stains on the bag

[@CrazyCarmenMirada]

How do you function with such negative attitudes in your house? Also, if you’re going to alter the recipe because you don’t have the right ingredients…….really not fair. I have cooked a ton of Chuck’s recipes and they are the bomb!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks for giving it a shot. Sounds like we’re not the right channel for you.

[@alayna-cf4jn]

I am honestly amazed that his kids try all the things.

[@pbwithjeremy]

I see you edited your comment. I don't think we're negative. We're giving our opinions. Sorry you find it negative. Again - probably not the right channel for you. And yes, sometimes we have to modify ingredients, just like any home cook does. A recipe book is designed for people to cook from their own imperfect homes - so I think it's entirely fair - especially if I explain that I'm doing modifications. I'm glad you love Chuck's recipes - we enjoyed many of them! You understand this is a review, right? We're supposed to give our honest opinions. Sorry if they don't align with yours or if you find them off-putting, but I can't control that.

[@CrazyCarmenMirada]

I edited because I thought my original was maybe too harsh. Your opinions are not what is off-putting. It’s the general ambiance and lack of table manners around it (which other people have commented on). I was trying to give you honest feedback which apparently you don’t want but you (and the whole family) don’t mind giving YOUR honest feedback. Just saying…..

[@pbwithjeremy]

I'm giving my feedback on a recipe. You're telling us to stop being who we are. I think it's fair to say those are not the same thing. If we're off-putting to you no one is making you watch our channel. Of course we've had others who also don't enjoy certain aspects of us. That's normal. We can't please everyone. We have lots of people who enjoy us for who we are and that's the sort of community I'd like to be part of with our channel - not one where we have to try to be something we aren't. I'm sure there's other channels out there that align with your sensibilities if ours is off-puttiing. I do actually appreciate the feedback and we are implementing a lot of things we get get feedback on - but "table manners and ambiance" aren't something we feel the need to change since that's who we are and others enjoy it because we're being real human being, just like they are. @@CrazyCarmenMirada

[@1101naomi]

Poor woolie. Jeremy can never make dinner fast enough!

[@pbwithjeremy]

haha - to be fair she spends the day with kids and is exhausted and hungry when she gets home :)

[@1101naomi]

@@pbwithjeremy I KNOWWWW! Lol. That’s what makes it funny. She hangry

[@lbromo6607]

I think that being Canadian you did not grow up eating these foods so this can make your opinions less valid. Americans love Chucks recipes! ❤

[@pbwithjeremy]

Very excellent points! I think I might have said something like this in the video, but if I didn't I apologize. I hope it didn't come off that we didn't enjoy Chuck's recipes - there's a lot that we did like - but my family also has varying tastebuds. I know Chuck's recipes are much loved by many!

[@debbiel1228]

Thank you for reviewing so many recipe books. It's kinda funny that the girls both chew/eat the same way; PLEASE ask them to close their lips closed, especially Annie. And stop talking with your mouths full please. Thanks. I do enjoy the fact that you are all real rather than scripted though.

[@pbwithjeremy]

We're working on that - appreciate this feedback. It's my fault for really enjoying their 'in-the-moment' reactions :) Appreciate it can be off-putting to some.

[@carlajilek8310]

Always surprised how open minded your son is. My husband is more of an Annie. He whines at meals before he even tries it.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Ha! It's true - Eph is really good at giving everything a shot :)