Instead of making 4 individual pizzas, make 1-2 larger ones. Adjust baking time accordingly.

Use any remaining prepared vegetables in salads or freeze and use in stir-fry, soups or stews.

To press tofu: Place 2-3 sheets paper towels on a large plate or baking tray then place block of tofu on top. Place another 2-3 sheets paper towels on top of tofu, then place another plate or baking tray on top. Top with 2-3 heavy books and leave for at least 30 minutes before continuing with recipe.

Basil oil will keep in fridge for up to 2 weeks. Bring to room temperature and stir before use.

With a festive cranberry stuffing and rich mushroom gravy, this vegan roulade will ensure your meat-free guests don't miss out this Christmas. Made from the protein portion of wheat, seitan is a meat alternative that mimics the texture of meat and takes on any flavours added to it, much like tofu. It is high in protein and versatile, with popular ways of cooking it including steaming, baking, boiling and stir-frying.

Inspired by a favourite couscous dish adapted to Thermomix®, this recipe now saves considerable effort, gives a very tasty result, and reduces the washing up! You will find that steaming the couscous in addition to soaking gives a lovely light finish. The portions for six are very generous, and you can easily serve up to ten people if you add a salad or two to the menu.

Please refer to Cookidoo® for the Vegetable stock paste recipe.

If turmeric stains the mixing bowl lid, place in direct sunlight for 1-2 hours. The UV rays destabilize the turmeric stains and the mixing bowl lid will return to its original color.

Make your own Chicken stock paste in your Thermomix®. Find the recipe on Cookidoo®.

Nowadays, many bakeries sell vegan bread rolls. A split wheat or plain roll is most suitable. Cut the roll in half and slice (1 cm).

Nutritional yeast may be a source of vitamin B12. You can buy it at health food stores or online.

Serve pancakes with extra ricotta and your favourite toppings, such as chopped tomatoes or sweet chilli sauce.

To press tofu: Place 2-3 sheets paper towels on a large plate or baking tray then place block of tofu on top. Place another 2-3 sheets paper towels on top of tofu, then place another plate or baking tray on top. Top with 2-3 heavy books and leave for at least 30 minutes before continuing with recipe.

To steam cabbage leaves in your Varoma: *Remove the hard core (approx. 5-6 cm) from the bottom of each cabbage leaf. Place 500 g of water into mixing bowl. Lay 6 of the leaves into Varoma dish, push down and secure Varoma, then steam for *12-15 min/Varoma/speed 2, until leaves are tender and pliable. Repeat with remaining leaves.

Use any remaining prepared vegetables in salads or freeze and use in stir-fry, soups or stews.

In this simple dish, tender beef and baby corn are covered in a warming, piquant sauce and served with fluffy long grain rice. Coconut milk brings a gentle sweetness, while the caramelised steak gives a rich and deep flavour to this dish. This recipe is a great one to set and forget on a cold winter’s evening.

Unhulled sesame seeds can also be used to make tahini; they provide more nutrients, but will result in a darker, slightly bitter tahini.

To make your own Vegetable stock paste and Peanut butter, see Cookidoo® for the recipes.

Wakame gomasio (or gomashio) is a Japanese condiment that is popular in macrobiotic diets. It is a healthier alternative to salt and contains calcium, iron, magnesium, iodine and B vitamins.

If fresh corn is not available, use 125 g canned corn (rinsed and drained).

You can use any small white bean of choice in this recipe.

You can make your own breadcrumbs in your Thermomix.

If turmeric stains the mixing bowl lid, place in direct sunlight for 1-2 hours. The UV rays destabilize the turmeric stains and the mixing bowl lid will return to its original colour.