How to Turn ‘Expiring Veg’ Into Pure Gold

[@Jim_L]

I can't speak for anyone else, but not only is this my favorite vegan-cooking channel, it's my favorite cooking channel in general. I always get excited when I see a new show posted. 😃

[@socgrrrl]

🙋🏻‍♀️ me too!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Thanks so much

[@hellywelly5887]

It’s the best 😊

[@beagoodhuman44]

Same!

[@henryjgray]

@@Jim_L Derek is the man and for triple points we also get Ms America!

[@jenniferlavoie2548]

come for the recipe stay for the philosophy :)

[@Evelyn-h5q]

well said!

[@annaphillips7120]

And the chance to see Frankie..❤️😊

[@Evelyn-h5q]

@@annaphillips7120 🐕🐕❤❤

[@jenniferlavoie2548]

@annaphillips7120 for sure!!

[@billiebrunel3588]

So true 😊

[@sandya2948]

I love your gentle calm approach to creating in the kitchen. You are my kind of chef. In addition you have the biggest heart , sharing words of kindness and wisdom. Thank-you. Chef’s Kiss to you and Frankie this season.

[@ThomGustavsson-ir3lt]

Your veggies look better than what i buy for fresh sometimes

[@DerekSarnoChef]

The camera adds 10 pounds of better ness to the veg only

[@annaazzopardi4625]

@@DerekSarnoChef 😂

[@storychangers]

@@DerekSarnoChefHaHaHaHa😂

[@sarahreynolds1200]

The broccoli trimming technique blew my mind 😂 so simple.

[@agelesswellbeingwithkaren]

Truth! I was watching and saying "Whaaattttt?" Can't wait to try!

[@heidik.3322]

My mind too….😳 Can’t wait to try it 🥦

[@Anonymous-rb2uf]

I really appreciated the kindness comment😊

[@Kimkarlene]

I found you a few weeks ago and enjoy learning from you. I am not vegetarian but you make it very inviting. I love your comments about kindness & compassion. Thank you!

[@aprillynn80]

I find my creativity when I don't have much food to cook with! Most of the time, dishes come out pretty tasty!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Awesome

[@lynneb.3935]

That’s how I learned to cook - because I raised four kids on very little money. Now I have grandkids- my depression era mom taught me not to waste anything.

[@Jeantemple-p6n]

Agreed!

[@Xiroi87]

I make a point of clearing out the fridge at the end of the month, also using what I have in the freezer, and I end up making dishes outside my usual recipes, new combinations of flavours and textures that become new favourites.

[@Anicca1060]

Frankie is so kind and beautiful 💚. Thanks Derek for another delicious recipe.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Thanks for watching!

[@kathleendubois7128]

Isn't she the best girl😊?

[@LeighChism]

Having become single 2 years ago, it’s still a challenge to go shopping and not buy too much. There’s always extra food being given to friends and neighbors. I’ve put up about 35 pints of soup in the last month so I am hap hap HAPPY with any ideas!

[@pixievincent2478]

Frankie's eyes watching you wave the last crust piece around was funny! She was so patient. I purposefully make enough for 2 or 3 days of eating a main meal. Less time in the kitchen.

[@chandracrisp70]

There are few greater pleasures than trimming out the heart of broccoli stalks and eating them at the kitchen counter as you prep dinner. Everyone else thinks the florets are where it’s at - but the heart of a well trimmed broccoli stalk is truly sublime. 💚🥦💚🥦

[@MerleONeal]

As someone who just moved, I am beyond impressed with how put together your place still is while you shoot these videos. My old kitchen slowly looked like a little cave I was huddling up in. Also thanks for the healthy flavor bomb inspo!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

lol It’ll happen fast when the move date comes. Like ripping off a bandaid

[@melissasutherland3669]

Be kind…it’s a great message. I have been telling my kids to always be kind. It takes more courage and strength to be kind 😊

[@dameonerichathway2298]

Been looking for a good Alfredo alternative for my wife. Trying this out tonight! Thanks D! Can’t wait to see you back in the states! 🇺🇸

[@sarahr.6874]

Oh i make vegan Alfredo with a bechamél and soy curls, it's delicious. But to sneak in some more cauliflower can be good too

[@tazziemae4705]

I will be making this recipe tomorrow. I can not wait. Thank you again. You have me eating mushrooms and garlic almost daily now I needI to start working with tofu. What a gift.

[@titadelagarza]

It is a blessing to have found your channel. Not a vegan, but trying to eliminate animal ingredients for medical reasons, I had no idea how to make a simple sandwich without mayo, ham and cheese. You teach simple delicious things and I am learning a lot. My blood tests are getting better, I have lost weight and still eat good food.

[@RH-sp9zd]

Thanks for your message about kindness especially in the holiday season. I lost my grandmother yesterday and feel quite numb about it. At the same time I have these feelings of guilt about how I 'should' be feeling, and your message of kindness reminded me that I owe myself a good deal of kindness right now too.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

I'm sorry

[@DoggyMom3]

Derek and Frankie, you make my mornings a treat! I know the "holiday blues" and appreciate your sharing the message of "kindness". Your neighbors are lucky to share in your wonderful vegan creations. I'm going to give your sauce a try... it looks so good! Please tell Frankie she has a fan in Arizona. 🥰

[@ltvanburen8555]

Four days? My vegetables in the refrigerator that are “going bad” have been there a minimum of three weeks. This man’s food looks WONDERFUL.

[@pamgordon5051]

That's what I was thinking! Lol

[@kimberlyta7959]

I love that you have larger portions! I have a family of six, and so many vegan/vegetarian creators only do one-two person meals

[@taylordavis7050]

I can't stop watching your channel.. You're videos are truly just a love story between a man and his dog.. The recipes and techniques are also fantastic! Thank you, and please keep creating!

[@sandracarlisle6949]

I love these videos so much - they make me laugh for all the right reasons (thank you, Frankie). And to Derek I offer what should be the chef's blessing: May you keep all your knife skills - and all your fingers 😳 - for as long as you live. 😎🙏

[@AlexandraVicunaPerry]

Thank you for being so kind and such a fabulous recipe creator. Miss Frankie thank you making us laugh with your comments 💐💐💐💐

[@pattidoyle5102]

I can’t wait to make it! I’m thawing out some tempeh today to add that “sausage.” Thank you for sharing another delicious, green, and less-waste recipe! I really love watching you and your best friend interactions…it is how I talk with my sweet little Australian Shepherd all day. I agree that kindness to all and cooking delicious plants are soul satisfying priorities. Add a good book in the mix and my life is full!

[@midwestpetalpusher]

I like how you reframed the situation from what could be an annoyance over having to use up about-to-spoil veggies into making a “daily special”. You get to be creative and possibly end up with something extraordinary.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Special of the day, everyday :)

[@kellbell60]

A long time ago, I was a single parent on a very tight budget. I got paid on Thursdays, so Wednesday night was “refrigerator clean out” night. To this day, it was some of my daughter’s favorite meal memories. No two meals were ever the same! (30 years ago!). I’ll never tire of the “be kind” reminders. Thank you!

[@deborahcouzensVEGAN4animals]

Outstanding pizza, my favourite chef hands down. Love your channel, your philosophy but have to admit Frankie is the queen of the show😅....your captions creasw me up. I love her🐶thnx for being kind ❤

[@marystestkitchen]

lol @ the vitamix boat engine. I always think of a jet engine when I'm running mine

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Lol I swear it could power a small boat if in a pinch

[@AnnaTooley-o6k]

Thank you for your fantastic recipes. My husband and I changed over to whole food plant based 18 months ago and we are loving it!! We eat like kings & wish we had done this sooner. Thank you especially on your handling of Tofu which up until your videos was a mystery to me. Now I love it and handle it with confidence. We too love our pets and our house revolves around them!!

[@charlottec3379]

Only just started watching your channel recently. Went dairy free for my baby daughter's dairy allergy, looking to go vegan for the long haul, mainly due to your videos and philosophy- it really reasonated with me. Your neighbours are so lucky to have the leftovers? Can I be your neighbour 🤣 Will be trying this with my fussy toddler (and partner 😉). Thanks!

[@thebrilliantrj]

This is the first time in my life I learned how to best cut broccoli. You are the best!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

lol cannot wait to visit in the new year amigo

[@dawnvalarie8104]

Dude!! You had me at GARLICKY!! This looks grand, the kids will love it! Thank you so much, after ten years of veganism you get into ruts, so this is truly GOLD! p.s. peel some garlic cloves put them in foil with a bit of oil and salt make a lil' sleeping bag, roast them up -drop some veg butter on them stir it around and you have a spread for your crust, nice warm bread, spoon onto veggies, drop all over pizza, oh, so delicious! Love and kindness to you and yours...and some cookies for Frankie girl!!

[@sabermyth4017]

you're so right about the 3 topping rule on the pizza! Since I was little I've always loved having just tomato, mushrooms and sweetcorn on my pizzas

[@Candleflower42-zp3sh]

Your neighbors will miss you so - a kind, fun, good looking, generous guy who makes them delicious food. You’re great Derek love your channel even though don’t have much energy to cook.

[@Take_Your_Time_I_Can_Wait]

Yes, please make a video about homemade cheese! Solid cheese, liquid cheese, whatever you got! A bonus would be vegan “dairy” stuff, like homemade sour cream, etc. Appreciate ya and Frankie!

[@amyilan6956]

Found the cauliflower hiding, made the recipe, added a few hiding cannellini beans as well…you’re the best!! And Frankie is toooooo cute

[@maryellenbunce7751]

Stumbled on your videos earlier this year. As a plant-based chef myself I am inspired by you with every video I watch. Thank you for your dedication to sharing the message. I am a public health educator that uses whole food plant-based recipes in my education. We are changing lives one person at a time. Keep up the great work.

[@kevinmcdaniel9556]

I have to say I really appreciate all the cooking tips and techniques you share in your videos. Too many channels are just, here’s the pre-prepped ingredients, just throw them in the pan.

[@nmverdeart]

My new favorite you tube channel. So real, so honest. I love being vegan when I watch this, even if people in my "real" life don't understand.

[@mjosheehy]

I always learn so much! Can't wait to buysome cauliflower and make that sauce!❤

[@DerekSarnoChef]

So many variations, so good!

[@RevealAlchemizeHeal]

Thank you Derek! Your mad chef skills are inspiring, your love for Frankie and animals gets me right in the heartspace, too 💟

[@BorkBork94]

About to head off and work the evening shift, was pondering on what to eat once I get home, now I have the answer! Really excited to try that cauliflower sauce, looks delicious!

[@salishseamermaid]

I really enjoy your recipes. I'm vegetarian/occasional pescatarian, and live with carnivores, but we've all enjoyed many of your dishes.

[@PlantBasedJan]

Perfection in editing. Wow, the blender and boat wake transition…. 👏👏 The food looks excellent too. I’d just need two mushrooms and three kalamata olives on mine please.

[@Snow-vm4dn]

Frankie's comment about Siri-priceless😅 Before we even had a black lab in the family, we used to refer to the pizza crusts us kids wouldn't eat as "pizza bones". Frankie agrees I see. This is such a great relatable video-a great way to introduce plant based as 🍕 PIZZA🍕 !! The cauliflower sauce is a recipe I'm going to use as a regular assist in meal prep. Derek, Thank YOU for being kind.

[@jillbeans1573]

You had me already with the fantastic use of vegetables that might need to be used up, but when you brought out the Hot Italian Tempeh Sausage! Over the moon. Looks so good. And a handy technique to have in my recipe box. Thank you.

[@heather-cz8yk]

First time sausage ever looked good to me!! Thanking you Derek for these videos and kindness and the furry sweet soul. :)

[@ptrspmpkin]

I just wanted to say how much I am loving your videos more and more. They are laid back, but informative. Funny, but humbled. Carefree and inspiring. I keep thinking of canceling my KZbin subscription, and then you put out another gem!! So, thanks for helping me to keep being creative on my vegan journey!!! And, of course, Frankie!! ❤❤❤

[@charishb]

These look amazing, and I appreciate the practical tips so very much. Love the heartfelt message midway! Thanks for being you.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

You are so welcome! Thanks for being kind

[@charishb]

@DerekSarnoChef ❤️

[@deeclark386]

Absolutely love ideas to use up the odd bits. Thank you

[@miseentrope]

Derek & Frankie are the A-Team. 🤩 Ya'll are gonna have so much fun cooking and traveling in the USA. 🌱

[@mandamarble]

This looks simply amazing. Thank you for sharing A++++ recipes… every one has been top notch❤

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Thanks so much 😊

[@mandamarble]

@ please come to Columbus Ohio when you are back in the USA! We have a big vegan scene here. A fine dining vegetarian/vegan restaurant called Comune is here. Also a vegan butcher shop called. Vida’s Butcher!

[@WildlyRadiantSkin]

Finally someone who knows how to cut a red pepper properly. It drives me crazy when it’s done wrong lol

[@Hollysuzette33]

Oh geeze, I love the white pizza idea...thank you so much! I went to Lovely's 50/50 pizzeria in Portland. They are doing something interesting there. They use a layer of kale to completely cover their sauce, which keeps the sauce moist. I just figured out that your boiling water pour-over is the perfect way to prepare the chopped-up kale. That is brilliant and never saw anyone doing this simple thing.

[@Kitty-t4m9h]

Your recipes have changed my life for the better. I hope I am not being disrespectful A little off subject but it’s for pet owners who use kong balls or disguise pet medication or just as a pet treat and you use peanut butter they have now changed the sweetener to xylitol and a vet warning states this can be dangerous to your dogs / pets. Only the one with xylitol in the ingredients. Love your show but Frankie is also a star and I love to see her enjoy her treats.😁

[@gabriellevena3844]

I have some cauliflower, broccoli and Roma tomatoes to use, I might just try this as a pasta since I don’t have any bread in the house and I’m too lazy to go get some 🙄 You always inspire me, thank you !

[@Valerygallery]

You are a very sweet man and your dog is the cutest! So kind of you to share all your delicious meals with your neighbors. I wish I was your neighbor.❤

[@baypony50]

The garlic white sauce looks so delicious! I have no excuse for letting go of some of the veg that I have in the past. This recipe is really mouth watering - thank you as always ;)

[@JaneDough-i2c]

Loved the motor boat😂

[@mandywatson8927]

I always learn something new watching your videos and this time it was about the easy way to blanch your broccoli. Thanks so much.

[@saphirephoenix1173]

Loved your trick with the broccoli!

[@PDogB]

Me too! And I always make chunks out of my broccoli stems. The medallions will be a nice change of pace.

[@katherinethyne945]

I love your videos. I learn new stuff all the time. Broccoli chopping, oh my. Keep the Gen X references coming.

[@ART----]

Love the little Knife taps!!! Culinary dancing x

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Happy little habits

[@squirrelnut-kd4ph]

Your cooking is inspiring. Your filming and editing is great. Your Miss America makes me swoon.

[@christinawright7313]

So much Yum!! Thanks for sharing!! Hi Frankie 🤩

[@maryroth3451]

My dogs and I love to watch your show. They sit on couch very quietly and watch you and Frankie eat. I made this pizza with the and it was out of this world. I am so glad we found you and "Frankie". Thank you

[@macnoire]

Great video! So much can be done with that sauce! Lots of ideas, thanks. Hi to Ms Franky! 🐾

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Thanks for watching

[@3PairDesigns]

Derek, that looks awesome! Yeah, I love that idea and never thought of making a "pizza", brilliant! I absolutely love the shots of Frankie and her "commentary", it absolutely kills me, I now learn AND laugh. Thank you so much for making my day...and future meal ideas❣

[@lisawood8207]

I'm living in a van, currently in SW AZ desert. No blender, oven, but can rock out a lavash veg pizza in my large skillet - single portion, much simpler. Looking forward to seeing your van cooking tips.

[@marypawlus8713]

This is going to be my Christmas dinner. Thank you, Derek for all that you do. 🙂

[@5orrs]

Cheers! Happy Holidays from Canada

[@barbballas7942]

This looks delicious! I love making homemade pizzas and will try that bread. A quick pizza...doesn't get simpler than that. Frankie's comments were classic today. Laughed out loud many times. I loved your kind message. So true about holiday stress. I'm all about the stress free, low-key holidays. Not into the commercial craziness. As you said, be kind. It's the greatest gift we can give one another. Sending hugs and kisses to that beautiful Frankie! 🐾💗🐾

[@Buuuuhhhhhhh]

Love learning the little things like new cutting techniques, simple but I will carry that with me always. Also, I can’t wait to try this sauce 🤩

[@kristinenorth9983]

Your cooking shows are now my favorite! I also love that you promote kindness. We really need it now.

[@kimsnader8777]

I've noticed that restaurant techniques are not just about visual asthetics. The pepper ribs have a bitter taste, so removing them allows the sugars in the red and the brightness in the greens to shine in the final dish. My leftover veg has found its way into sauces, as you suggested, or into veggie pancakes, hearty flatbreads, bean loafs. Something is always held back for a homemade vegetable stock, which is reduced and frozen in convenient portions.

[@andrewh619]

LOVE your food. I absolutely love your recipies. Got your cookbook too. I love the simple stuff and learning how you actually use technique.

[@779gooner]

That looks amazing! Another great idea, thanks for sharing 👍

[@InkdBaker]

I use so many of your techniques and recipes at work. So glad that I had found your channel and hope you and Frankie are doing well over the holidays

[@violetstarrlight]

Looks super yummy! You and Miss Frankie always bring the fun editing 😊

[@jadvla]

I didn’t even have all the ingredients- I made the sauce and just put it over my homemade flat breads and because I didn’t want to wait to heat up the oven,I pan fried it on the stove-Just Fantastic!!! I can’t wait to try it with the tempeh sausage next time. Thank you so much for the recipe!

[@bethkeel1419]

Yes, please! Looks amazing again. Thank you.

[@marathorne6821]

Looks fantastic! Making something delicious out of not very much is a skill and an art that is totally worth developing 😊 Your neighbours must be absolutely gutted that you're moving back to the States 😢

[@JHeyworth1]

Thanks great ideas for especially that cauliflower being turned into that sauce and also I like that you blanch the broccoli that way. Simple. Looks so tasty.

[@AmberOrtoll]

This recipe looks simple and superb, and I will be making this delicious sauce very soon! but the kindness reminder is what sets you apart! thanks for everything you do!

[@galebecker3487]

Hi Derek and Frankie. This is my kind of meal. Looks really delish. One of my fav Italian recipes has to be spicy Italian sausage and grapes, sautéed in a, pan with a splash of balsamic vinegar, tossed until golden with a dash of olive oil and optional splash of Chianti. All the vegan sausages i have tried just didn't work. Im definitely going to make it with your sausage recipe it will be perfect with warm foccacio. Can't wait. PS love the blender clip using the speedboat. Take care Gale x

[@DerekSarnoChef]

That sausage recipe gets better and better the longer it sits. Thanks 🙏

[@fuselpeter5393]

14:34 It' soo cute how Franky is restraining herself :,D

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Only on camera lol

[@beagoodhuman44]

Thank you for reminding us to reach out to others and to be kind

[@maryannhigh7826]

Thank you Derek! Exactly what I needed today. Got some of that early autumn broccoli😂 Keep sharing all your techniques- so helpful. The sauce looks incredible. Kisses to Frankie😘⚘️

[@inksslinks319]

Thank you for another great video. Seeing Frankie Miss America is always a highlight. ❤😊

[@brendismuke8149]

Love this channel, love Chef Derek and Frankie. Please keep teaching us these wonderful recipes and techniques but also your spiritual lessons. ❤

[@sanditurner8387]

I was planning pizza tonight to use up some crusts and veg. My husband, not vegan, use to watch your videos with me. He agreed that he ate too much meat. I tried getting more veg, beans and lentils into him. He passed away on the 26th of November. We were together almost 40 years. You and Frankie, give me peace and hope. His request was for people to adopt a pet, buy a shelter some food or feed the birds Thank you for your kindness

[@michellemckinneybarnett7230]

I’m so sorry for your great loss. Be well, friend. ❤

[@karynthompson6616]

So sorry

[@Evelyn-h5q]

I love you guys, D and Frankie. I mostly throw ends likely to be great for broth in freezer; I recently have been learning about fermenting stuff at home and how easy it is; just a beginner here but radical results with little effort re: Kimchi so I'm trying this per instructions which is a quick ferment ... honestly Derek what do I know but so glad you didn't disappear while organizing life on the road . I live in Canada and try my best to avoid politics and know it's inescapable ... based on the testimony of my mum who was a holocaust survivor but also based on going to farmers markets with her as a little kid, just everywhere, she loved talking to people. i was a shy kid but I am growing into her.❤❤

[@svettaa.8784]

Looks beautiful too. Can't wait to make pizza with your cauliflower sauce recipe. Hugs to miss America❤

[@theaccidentalsenior]

This has inspired me to make some flatbreads and freeze them. With Xmas there will be a lot of leftovers and this is how I can use them up.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Perfect!

[@jayathome2898]

It is a difficult time of year for so many. Thanks for mentioning that :)

[@livcrisp2114]

Just want to say thank you Derek. I love your videos and am inspired by them. Also, Frankie makes my day. Cheers!

[@lelfah]

Fwoor, this is brilliant for guinea pig people like myself who always have veg that's on the edge. Gonna make this for my next movie night, thank you Derek and Frankie, love you both ❤️

[@carmene.correarivera8597]

Tremenda idea no se desperdicia nada me encantó la salsa blanca mis hermanas con las sobras hacían arroz chino gracias por compartir

[@lynnavedisian2898]

I keep texting the links to your videos to myself for future meals... I'm running behind! Love this idea of a cauliflower creamy sauce, just brilliant! So much more fun watching your videos than keeping up with the horrendous news... This is the channel to watch! Thank you Derek and Frankie, for lifting us up for the holidays...