Healthy Sunflower Blueberry Vinaigrette
Discover the vibrant flavors of our signature Blueberry-Sunflower Seed Dressing! This unique blend combines crunchy sunflower seeds, sweet blueberries, and tangy apple cider vinegar for
Healthy Vegan Lasagna
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Easy Vegan Lasagna! Loaded with nutritious ingredients like lentils, green peppers, mushrooms, and a luscious tofu ricotta, this
Quinoa Corn Fritters
Experience the delightful combination of nutrition and taste with our Vegan Quinoa Corn Fritters. Perfectly golden and crispy, these fritters are a fusion of protein-rich
Fatman’s Simple Salsa Upgrade
"Sizzle up your snack time with our Black Bean and Corn Dip! A delightful twist on classic salsa, this dip combines the hearty goodness of
FatMan’s Minestrone Soup
Discover FatMan's Minestrone Soup, a hearty and flavorful blend of chickpeas, pinto beans, and a bounty of fresh vegetables. This robust recipe combines celery, onion,
FatMan’s Simple Tofu Scrambler
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner, FatMan’s Simple Tofu Scrambler is your go-to recipe for a meal that’s as enjoyable to prepare
Endless Searches for Hidden Solutions
I was jotting some notes down for a monthly video I make for our Veggie Vault Membership, and I thought I would expand a bit
Vegan Roasted ‘Turkey’ Tofu
Introducing our Vegan Roasted “Turkey” Tofu – a plant-powered feast that’ll have even the most dedicated carnivores doing a double-take! Simply blend a flavor-packed marinade
Savory Vegan Mushroom Gravy
Get ready for a taste bud fiesta with our Groovy Vegan Gravy! This saucy sensation blends finely diced onions, earthy mushrooms, and a melody of
Healthy Vegan Ranch Dressing
"Zesty Bean Bliss" Vegan Ranch Dressing – a tantalizing twist on the classic ranch with a healthy, plant-powered punch! This dressing is a celebration of
Vegan Cheezy Onion Tater Cubes
These "Cheesy" Onion Tater Cubes are so good that you won't believe they're actually healthy and plant-based. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or as a
FatMan’s Simple Cinnamon Cookies
Introducing "FatMan's Simple Cinnamon Cookies" – the ultimate treat that's as easy as pie (or in this case, cookies)! These delicious bites are like a
Green Beans and Savory Shrooms
Prepare to be wowed by our savory green beans with mushrooms! These green beans are like a flavor explosion, with a satisfying crunch that goes
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Introducing the heartwarming delight of Garlic Mashed Potatoes on a Bed of Greens! This friendly and flavorful plant-based dish combines the velvety goodness of mashed
The Moderation Trap
I wrote this early on in my journey and thought I would share it again… “Everything in moderation, including moderation.” You have
10 Lessons in Wisdom: Reflections from My First 50 Years
Take your age and divide it by 2. Do you think you are a bit wiser than you were then? Have you learned any lessons
FatMan’s Perfect Pico
Pico de gallo is a fresh and vibrant Mexican salsa that's perfect for topping tacos, wraps, taters, or enjoying as a side dish. Made with
A Proven Strategy for Extraordinary Weight Loss
“We devote so much energy to finding the tricks to extraordinary weight loss that we have no energy left to do the ordinary things that
How To Get Better At Anything
I walked out of the locker room and glanced down at my phone. Dang! That was a pretty solid swim workout. I am not a
Crunchy Tofu Crumbles
The easiest tofu crumbles you will find anywhere. This is a crowd favorite that we have been making for almost a decade. We just know
Sunflower Blueberry Vinaigrette
Quick and easy and this flavor is out of this world even if you are not a fan of vinaigrettes
Quick and Easy Veggie Burgers
These burgers are great and the hold together like no other burgers out there. The recipes is really easy to modify too.
Shake -n- Bake French ‘Fries’
If you love french fries but don't want the unnecessary oil then your will love these!
Triple Berry Oat Muffins
These are a family favorite. They are perfect for a snack, breakfast, or lunch on the go!
One Pot Taco
This is one of our most popular recipes. It is perfect for a beginner that wants a quick and easy recipe for the Instant Pot
This One Is For The Underdogs
This one is for the underdogs! Why does everything have to be so tough, ever ask yourself this question? Everyone loves a good Hollywood underdog
An Addict’s Promise
I was struggling to get my eyes to focus as I was coming out of the anesthesia. “Timothy, what is your pain level?” were the
Please Find the Attached
“Please Find the Attached:” I write that phrase a couple times a week and I always feel like I should add more to it but
The Ugly Part of a Life Transformation
“You’re famous in Alden lol.” This morning a Facebook Memory came up in my feed. “On This Day 6 Years Ago” Heather shared a photo
I am unworthy… with 3 dots
Those 3 dots … The proper word for them is ellipsis and one of the definitions is “an unfinished thought or omitted words.” For some
I Thought I Had Gratitude in the Bag… I Was Wrong.
It’s weird, I had thought about it for over an hour. I was pretty sure I could get a shower with no help. In a
The Base of the Mountain
We pulled up to the base of the mountain and I had a very uneasy feeling. Fear, along with anxiety had set in. As the
There is really no point to becoming healthy if…
… you don’t have a reason to stay healthy. Sometimes we can get numb to phrases we repeat over and over. I have said the
Rise and Give Thanks
A while ago I wrote a post that was about one of the dearest concepts that I hold in my heart. I couldn’t find
Plants Didn’t Fix Everything and I’m Scared
Elhers Danlos Syndrom I don’t want to write this and I already know this may open up a discussion that I would rather not have.
3 “Take-Aways” From My 50 Mile Ultra-Marathon
I haven’t written a blog in forever and I don’t usually write about specific events nor do I write “race reports”. I still don’t
The Mile I Never Finished.
“It was amazing that he wasn’t using a wheelchair yet, my goal was to keep him out of one until his next appointment.” That was
More Fake Before and After Photos
Have you ever heard about the dash in the headstone idea? So, I don’t know who the credit goes to for this but it goes
My before and after photos are a scam- sorry 🙁
It had been an entire year of planning and not a day went by where I hadn’t thought about it at one point or another.
Plant-Stock 2016
Traveling back home from Plantstock 2016 I had the idea to jot down some thoughts and feelings about the amazing event we had just taken
The journey is free, but it’s going to cost you.
We had been climbing what sometimes felt like a near vertical trek for hours. Our legs were starting to tire, we were thirsty,
Ain’t nobody got time for that…
When I was young my mom once told me that if you needed something done to ask the busiest person you know. Of course, I
Liabilities and Assets
It’s been a few weeks since I have been able to actually sit down and write. I have been crazy busy getting ready for this
The wall… Plant-based or not, we all need to hit it.
The other day I was walking down a hallway at work and the stage crew was moving things around in and out of the prop
Finding Loopholes in a Plant-Based Diet
I’ve been meaning to write about this topic for a while now. I was reminded of it after a conversation with Josh LaJaunie. Josh will
If this doesn’t make you consider a plant-based lifestyle change nothing will.
What started as a place to jot down some thoughts and connect with some people on my Facebook page has turned into a whirlwind of
There is no “I” in team, maybe there should be.
This is a post I’d rather not write. I am venturing out on very thin ice and I am fully aware of it. Please don’t
Slooflirpa ™ – Scientists discover a new drug that is as powerful as a plant-based diet.
A new drug will hit the market in June 2018 after FDA approval. It is touted as one of the most comprehensive and effective drug
Stop blaming your doctor and do these 3 things.
This week I had the privilege of meeting a world-renowned doctor and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Michael Greger. On the return trip
You can’t just wake up and change your lifestyle but… you CAN do this….
I have probably heard the phrase “lifestyle change ” a thousand times. I hate that phrase and if you ever hear it at the beginning
More Lessons From the Goose.
I suck at running and I’m the first to admit it. I sucked worse Saturday because my body was overworked as I had been focused
The Consequences of a Plant-Based Diet, a Harsh Reality
I genuinely try to never tell people what to do or how to live their lives. First, most people will go into a defensive mode
Tales From the Scales.
A few days ago I was commenting on a Facebook post that someone posted in a group that I’m in. The person had seen
Variety and the Spices of Life
Before I even get going I can tell you I am going to go full circle with this post and totally contradict myself. Here’s why.
The never-ending ladder that leads to everywhere.
July 6, 2012 is a day that will forever be burnt into, not only my mind, but my entire being. I was beyond scared, this
3 reasons why you should never do a juice fast. 3 reasons why you should.
I haven’t done as many juice fasts as people think. I do a longer fast that starts on New Year’s that lasts either 30 or
Top 3 ways to help you stick to your New Year’s resolution.
Last week I wrote about the top reasons you should make a New Year’s resolution. This week I wanted to list a few ways to help
Do New Year’s Resolutions Work?
The Turning Point: My New Year’s Resolution Journey I know, I know, New Year’s resolutions are ridiculous and no one ever sticks with them. Blah,
Grab your bottom.
Post #10 Healthy Thinking #8 “Well, there’s not much we can do until he hits rock bottom.” How many times have you heard that or
My alternative lifestyle 😉
Post #10 Healthy Eating #3 So far in the Healthy Eating category we have added some healthy foods and we have swapped some processed
Attitude of gratitude
Post # 9 Healthy Thinking #7 I was watching an episode of the Simpsons back in the early 90’s, Bart was really upset and said
Worth the pain.
Post #8 Healthy Thinking #6 I am not an expert in many areas but I have mastered the art of making bad
Diets are for the birds.
Post #7. Healthy Eating #2 My wife loves to watch the birds from out of the kitchen window. We have three different feeders that we
Motivation is a scam.
Post #6 Healthy Thinking #5 I remember it like yesterday. I was perched on the couch pounding potato chips and diet
The first step to a healthy diet
To be honest I’m a little uneasy about my first food post. I try to think back a couple years as to what I would
Fear that Cripples
Watching my dog navigate on the Pergo floor is very entertaining and at times pretty humorous. When he walks on the floor he freaks out because
The reason why you should never exercise………. ever.
Have you ever wondered why people don’t exercise? Have you ever wondered why the gym sells the majority of their memberships in January and by
………and so it begins
I thought starting a blog would be a good idea because I’m working on a book and I figured it would be a great place
Tim and Heather Kaufman
Helping you live your best life
We have lost 290 lbs on a whole food plant-based lifestyle. More importantly, we have regained our health. If we can live a happy, healthy life, you can too!