But it's also fair to say that it's pretty easy to fall into a menu rut, sticking with the standard tried - and - truerecipes week after week, just because life is hectic and being vegan demands a great deal of time in the kitchen as it is.
Favorite tried - and - true Bon Appétit recipe: Senior associate food editor and friend Claire Saffitz, made this amazing Spiced Pear Upside - Down Cake for a fall dessert story last October.