My goodness. I've been trying to share this fun post with you since late last week!
Between packing up my office, visiting family in PA over the weekend, hosting/server issues (don't even get me started on this one), and reviewing final book copyedits, there's hardly been a free moment.
But I'm making that free moment happen now because this cookbook—Minimalist Baker's Everyday Cooking: 101 Entirely Plant-Based, Mostly Gluten-Free, Easy and Delicious Recipes—is too fantastic to miss.
I still remember the moment I stumbled across Dana Shultz's fan-freakin'-tastic blog, Minimalist Baker . . .
It was a Saturday morning in the spring of 2014, and I was perusing Pinterest for photography inspiration to shoot a cheesecake recipe I was working on at the time. I originally set out in search of inspiration for photos of a standard size cheesecake with berries, but none of that mattered once I laid eyes on Dana's mini 7-Ingredient Vegan Cheesecakes.
I immediately clicked through to the recipe (my mouth likely agape) and was awestruck by the fresh, clean, and stunning blog that appeared before my eyes.
It's unlikely this is your first time hearing about Minimalist Baker but on the off chance it is, do your eyes and your appetite a solid and check it out asap. Ever since that first magical brush with Dana's drool-worthy, approachable recipes and playfully captivating photography style, I've been hooked. And I did a little dance when I caught wind that a Minimalist Baker cookbook was in the works.
Cookbooks are one of the few things I collect, and this one was destined to be (and is) a keeper. As the title promises, it's packed with plant-based, mostly gluten-free recipes that are simple to make and absolutely delicious. The recipes are clear, concise and easy to follow and the photos are stunning. It also has practical tips, tricks, and resources that are great for anyone who's just stepping into the world of plant-based cooking/baking. Stumped by flax "eggs" and soaked cashews? Don't worry 'bout a thing, Dana's got your back.
The only difficult thing was choosing which recipe to make first. It was a lengthy, four-way tug of war, and The Best Vegan Enchiladas ultimately prevailed. But the Double Chocolate Gluten-Free Waffles, Thai Quinoa Meatballs, and No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars certainly brought their A game.
Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post to 1| grab this vibrant, crazy good recipe and 2| enter for a chance to win a copy of Minimalist Baker's Everyday Cooking. You can also order a copy here!
Best Vegan Enchiladas from Minimalist Baker's Everyday Cooking
Ingredients
ENCHILADA SAUCE
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) grape seed oil, avocado oil, or coconut oil
- ½ (75g) large white onion, diced
- 3 cloves (1½ Tbsp or 9g) garlic, minced
- 1 15- ounce (425g) can tomato sauce
- 1 (canned) chipotle pepper in adobo, chopped, plus 1 tsp adobo sauce (plus more for taste)
- ½ cup (120ml) water (or substitute vegetable broth)
- 1–2 Tbsp (15–30ml) maple syrup (or substitute coconut sugar), plus more to taste
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
ENCHILADA FILLING
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) grape seed oil, avocado oil, or coconut oil
- ½ (75g) large white onion, diced
- 1 (17g) poblano pepper, seeds removed, diced
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 15-ounce (425g) can vegetarian refried beans or pinto beans, well drained
- 8 white or yellow corn tortillas
TOPPINGS (optional)
- Lime juice
- Red onion, diced
- Ripe avocado, sliced
- Cilantro, torn/chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add 1 Tbsp (15ml) grape seed oil, the onion, and the garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, 4–5 minutes.
- Add the tomato sauce, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce (plus more to taste), maple syrup and water. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, covered (to prevent splattering).
- Transfer the sauce to the bowl of a blender (optional) and blend well. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed, adding more adobo sauce for heat, salt for savoriness, and maple syrup for sweetness.
- Rinse the skillet slightly and place over medium heat to prepare the filling. Also preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (176 degrees C).
- Once the skillet is hot, add 1 Tbsp (15ml) grape seed oil, the onion, and the poblano pepper. Season with a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook until the onion is translucent and the pepper has a bit of color, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the refried beans and stir/mash to combine. Add â…“ cup (~90ml) of the enchilada sauce for extra flavor. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper or cloth towel and microwave to warm for 30 seconds. (Alternatively, place the tortillas directly on the oven rack for 1 minute to heat through.)
- Pour a bit of sauce into the bottom of 9 × 13–inch (3-quart) baking dish. Spread to coat. Take one corn tortilla and lay it down in the dish. Fill with a modest amount of filling (keeping in mind there needs to be enough for 8–10 tortillas), then roll up the tortilla. Place the seamside down at one end of the dish. Continue until all of the tortillas are filled and wrapped, adding more sauce as needed.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the enchiladas in a stripe down the middle. Brush/spray the edges with oil for crisp edges (optional).
- Bake at 350 degrees F (176 degrees C) for 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through. Top with desired toppings and serve.
- I highly recommend lime juice, red onion, avocado, and cilantro, but these enchiladas are delicious on their own! Leftovers keep, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, though best when fresh. Reheat in a 350 degree F (176 degree C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through.
Notes
Minimalist Baker's Everyday Cooking—Cookbook Giveaway
One winner will receive a copy of Minimalist Baker's Everyday Cooking. For a chance to win, simply enter the giveaway below and comment on this post between June 3rd and June 24th. Please note: this giveaway is only open to residents of the US.
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Ooh, this recipe looks so good! Thanks for sharing! And for including an opportunity to win a copy of this amazing-looking cookbook I've been wanting to get my hands on!
Going to make this! Love Minimalist Baker and you're right, her photo skills are amazing!
Thanks for the chance :)
I would love this as a gift for my sister who is trying to move away from eating meat
I've been following Dana's blog for a while now and would love to try some of the new recipes she has in her new book!
Hi! I'm Kiki and I'm 17, I've been following Dana's blog for a few years now, and I love all her recipes! I would really like to win her book.
The book looks great and full of great recipes so I'd love to win it!
Wow... Look so delicious!!! My mouth literally watered!!!
I am so interested in your book! I am making a LOT of what you might call alternative foods for my husband who has finally understood (after having a heart attack at age 47!) that the meat is doing him no favors. He would love this. He does like beans. (I pinned already!)
Your blog, her blog, and Love and Lemons make plant based eating SO YUMMY. Thank you!
I would love to win this book because I already love following the recipes on the Minimalist Baker blog!
I'm look for some great new healthy recipes and this book sounds like it would help me find quite a few!
I could really use some enchiladas right now! Her blog really helped me when I started my vegan diet, a copy of that book would be amazing!
I would love to get this book because I am always on the look out for new ways to entice my family to eat more plant based meals. I love the recipes from you and if you like this cookbook I know it must be good!
Looks yummy! Good luck with your new ventures!
I've loved Dana's blog for years, and I'm dying to try some of these newest recipes. I've never had a kitchen fail with any of her creations, which means pretty much everything in this book is going to be making an appearance in my house!
Winning a cookbook is the only way I can acquire one right now...and this one looks like a winner!
As a celiac, I'm always looking for more gluten free recipes to expand my daily diet. not to mention I LOVE the minimalist baker blog! Fangirling over here!
I love new and interesting books I would
Love to win this
I love Dana's blog and I'd love to try the new recipes in her book!
Ashley, these enchiladas look amazing! I see why you picked this particular recipe to make.
I have a thing for cookbooks, too. There's just something about holding the book in my hands, putting sticky notes on the pages of recipes I want to try...it just DOES SOMETHING for me! :)
I'd love to win this particular cookbook because I follow Dana's blog and love her recipes. Not only would it give me a new batch of her recipes to try out, but I can see me perusing this collection with a cup of tea on a lazy Sunday afternoon...pure enjoyment!!
I think we're twins. You have described me and cookbooks to a "T(hia)"!
I'm always looking for great tasting easy to prepare recipes! Thanks!
I love the Minimalist Baker blog, and I am always trying to find new recipes to try!
The Minimalist Baker and the Blissful Basil are among the first places I look for interesting recipes. This book looks great!
I would love to win this book - I love the minimalist baker. I am trying to eat vegan 80% or more so this would help.
I just love her blog and recipes.
I would love to win because I love the Minimalist Baker blog.
Everything Dana cooks looks delicious without too much work. She makes cooking vegan meals approachable and rewarding!
I am a slightly obsessive collector of cookbooks. I'd love to have a copy of this one because I think I would actually cook from it!
I love minimalist baker and definitely have to add the book to my collection. Such delicious enchiladas too!
This looks delish!! Dana from Minimalist Baker is such an inspiration for me in amazing food photography, not to mention her delicious recipes :) I would love to add her book to my collection for everyday inspiration
I've been seeing reviews for this cookbook everywhere and everything looks absolutely delicious! I would looooove to win a copy!
I love their blog and am dying to checkout their cookbook!
i love minimalist baker's blog and utilize her recipes frequently in my search to make easy, healthy vegan fare for myself and my family! it would be awesome to have her book in our home! thanks so much for the wonderful giveaway! :)
I'm already a fan of the website so I'm sure I'll be even more in love with the cookbook
I have heard so many good things about it from a couple of my friends that I want my own personal copy!
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Definitely going to be checking this out, I love the Minimalist Baker website!
I wanted to get out of the same meals I make week after week spaghetti and stir-frys.
I collect cookbooks
I have been dying to find this in a nearby bookstore but haven't had time with work recently! I must try this recipe and would love to have a copy of the book to try them all!
These look great!
I would give the book to my sister-in-law. She has requested this cookbook in the past!
I love minimalist baker and am trying to make the change to become vegan! I'd love this cookbook to try out more of her recipes!
Wow, this has me drooling. I've been wanting to make enchiladas recently but have felt overwhelmed. Enter this blog post. Great timing!! :)
I've enjoyed every recipe I've made from The Minimalist Baker and can't wait to get my hands on this book.
All the photos I have seen from it look gorgeous! Thanks so much for the chance to win.
Delicious! Can't wait to try this at home.
I love all of the recipes I have tried from Minimalist Baker. Delicious and fairly simple. My kids enjoy making treats from her blog, they find the recipes easy to understand. Dana's recipes are real crowd pleasers!
I'd love to win to give this book to my dad. He introduced me to the Minimalist Baker blog and we discuss her recipe emails together every time a new one is sent out. I recently became vegan so it would be helpful to have those recipes so my dad and I can learn new food substitutes and adaptions. We both love cooking and he, though not vegan, is so accommodating of my decision and tells me he thinks it is a fun challenge to be making different foods to suit me. I am incredibly grateful for that! It would be great to have the book to help with this transition and have lots of fun cooking with my dad!
I fell in love with the Minimalist Baker's blog 3 years ago when I discovered her amazing vegan chocolate cake recipe and have made that cake for every birthday since! I would love to explore the recipes in her cookbook!
I'd love to win so I can have a great vegan cookbook!
I'm a huge Minimalist Baker fan and would love this cookbook. MB is how I learned to cook delicious tofu (and peanut sauce!)
I love the Minimalist Baker blog! It's my go to! I would love to win! :)
I would love to win this book so I can have more recipes for my meatless Monday meals.
Wow, this looks really good. Can't wait to try it, too hot right now to turn on oven, maybe after the ac is serviced next week.
I would love to win this for my husband who loves to cook! The recipes sound amazing!
I'm printing and hope to try this week.
Awesome!! Hope you enjoy it, Kris!
Dana's blog is the best!
i'd love to win because i love how simple all (well, most) of her recipes are....i loved them before having a baby but now that i have a wild little boy, fast healthy/plant based meals are something i'm always on the lookout for :D
This recipe looks delicious.
I'd love to see what else is in this book because these enchiladas look so delicious! And I love the minimalist approach to vegan home cooking!
I'm always looking for new plant based meals to serve, and this looks amazing!
Beautiful photos and these enchiladas look fabulous! Now I'm craving Mexican.
Thanks, Melissa!