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About Me<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Hey there, I\u2019m Caitlin! a.k.a. the photographer, videographer, and recipe developer behind From My Bowl. I make wholesome, easy-to-follow, and budget-friendly vegan recipes that are mostly gluten, oil, and refined sugar-free.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>

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The Backstory<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I first adopted a totally plant-based diet back in 2015 after being raised as a vegetarian. I quickly realized that my college cafeteria’s vegan options were not<\/em> going to cut it, and promptly moved off campus so I could cook my own meals. I’ve always loved to cook (and eat), but my kitchen skills were rather. . . limited. I knew that I could make myself some tasty vegan food if I set my mind to it, though, so off to the internet I went.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There was only one problem: Most of the recipes I found online were either (1) way too complicated, (2) required ingredients that were way too expensive, or (3) weren’t really practical for everyday meals. I was<\/em> able to find a few sites that I liked, but being the type-A-control freak that I (sometimes) am, quickly abandoned all online help and decided to create my own recipes instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And that’s how From<\/em> My Bowl <\/i>was born! What first grew out of a young college student\u2019s desire to create nutritious and healthy food – within a tight budget and on a busy schedule – has since evolved to cater to the young adult, working professional, and busy parent. Above all, I always<\/em> aim to create delicious,<\/strong> accessible, <\/strong>and plant-forward foods<\/strong> that will leave you feeling full, nourished, and satisfied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In other words: Simply Delicious Vegan Food<\/a>! <\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why Vegan?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am vegan for my health, the animals, and the planet. For more on my vegan story, see here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short, plant-based food helps me to feel my best and <\/em>shine my brightest. Plus, no animals have to suffer in order for me to enjoy nutritious and yummy food! Unlike some people may think, vegan food does not have to be expensive, complicated, and\/or bland.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You also don’t have to be 100% vegan to enjoy the recipes on my site! All eaters are welcome here<\/strong>, and if I can convince you to choose plants for even one meal<\/em> a week, I think that’s awesome. Even just one<\/em> vegan meal <\/em>can save 3000 gallons of water, 16 pounds of grain, and an animal’s life \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curious in a plant-based lifestyle, but don’t know where to start?<\/strong> Check out the 7 Day Vegan<\/a> for a free guide, meal plans, and helpful educational information.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>

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When I’m NOT in the Kitchen…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll most likely find me practicing yoga (I’m a certified teacher!), walking outdoors, doodling on a random piece of scrap paper, or listening to some chill music. I live just outside of Portland OR with my partner, Dylan, and my two pups, Lily and Maya. Even though I grew up on the east coast, I’m an upper-west coast girl at heart. I’m\u00a0totally\u00a0<\/em>in love with the PNW, and feel so grateful to be able to call this beautiful place home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That pretty much sums up all that I have to say about me, so if you made it this far, thanks for sticking around! And thank you for supporting this dream of mine that has become From My Bowl<\/em>. It feels so surreal to be able to do something that I love every single day, and I don’t take it for granted. Thank you.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>

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My Food Philosophy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a food blogger, my life revolves around food \u2014 between brainstorming, recipe testing, photographing, and sharing, it can be a pretty big mouthful. Like most food bloggers (and people), my relationship with food hasn\u2019t always been the best. It\u2019s been balanced, disordered, healthy, restrictive, obsessive, and pretty much everything in between.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, I\u2019m happy to say that my relationship with food is currently the best it\u2019s ever been. Not to say I don\u2019t struggle at times, but I\u2019ve gotten a heck of a lot better at truly listening to my body and giving it what it\u2019s asking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My Favorite Recipes<\/h2>View All Recipes<\/a><\/header>
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Side Dishes<\/a><\/p>

Perfect Vegan Cornbread<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article>
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Side Dishes<\/a><\/p>

Air Fryer Acorn Squash Recipe (4 Ways!)<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article>
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Dessert<\/a><\/p>

Pumpkin Scones<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article>
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Dump & Bake<\/a><\/p>

Broccoli Quinoa Casserole (Dump & Bake)<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article>
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Salads<\/a><\/p>

Crispy Lentil Salad<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article>
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Energy Balls<\/a><\/p>

Apple Pie Energy Balls<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>