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Mozzarella Stick Grilled Cheese Sandwich

February 27, 2020 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 1 Comment

PERFECt grilled cheese sandwich recipeFor this month's grilled cheese recipe, I present the MOZZARELLA STICK GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH!

Is it okay for me to say I've actually outdone myself with this perfect grilled cheese recipe? Okay — pretty much any grilled cheese sandwich is perfect if you ask me. Same goes for baked mozzarella sticks. But put them together? Magic. 

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Garlic Sage Butter Grilled Cheese Sandwich

January 29, 2020 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

garlic sage butter grilled cheese on a white boardIt's a new year, and that means it's time for a new "recipe of the month," and GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES were the obvious choice! So, for my first grilled cheese of the month, I'm pleased to introduce my garlic sage butter grilled cheese sandwich! With sage-infused butter brushed on the outside of crispy, white bread, and melty mozzarella and sharp, white cheddar cheese in the middle...what could be better?...

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Everything Bagel Mac & Cheese with Cream Cheese

December 30, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

everything bagel seasoning mac and cheese in a black skillet

For the last official Mac of the Month (for now, anyway...) I've created a mac and cheese recipe with everything bagel seasoning. AKA: Everything But the Bagel Seasoning from Trader Joe's! This super creamy sauce has cream cheese to thank for its silky, creamy, tangy texture and taste, and it's topped with toasted breadcrumbs and everything bagel seasoning.

Yep — you get all the best, tasty parts of an everything bagel with cream cheese but in a mac and cheese recipe....

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The Best Ever Vegetarian Chili — Seriously!

October 20, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 1 Comment

You're on the lookout for an amazing chili recipe and this vegetarian chili is exactly what you've been looking for! I use ground round to give it the meaty texture you want in this dish, but without any beef! Make it on a Sunday night and enjoy it all week — it gets even better over time! ...

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Skillet Cornbread with Jalapeno, Cheddar, and Honey

October 4, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 2 Comments

cornbread in a skillet with a jalapenoMoist cornbread is possible and my skillet version with jalapeno cheddar and honey is about to make all of your dreams about the best cornbread recipes come true. And if you haven't had any dreams about cornbread yet, it's simply because you haven't tried this recipe!...

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Creamy Celery Soup with Potato: Perfect Winter Soup

October 2, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 5 Comments

celery soup in a pink bowl Every once in a while a recipe comes along that changes your life. For me, this happens every few days. My latest obsession? This creamy celery soup recipe with potato. I made it 4, yes — 4, times within the first 10 days of making it. It's only fair I share it with you so you can get in on this goodness too....

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Buffalo Mac and Cheese with Ranch

September 28, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 1 Comment

buffalo mac and cheese in a pink dish with a wooden spoon

It's here, and it's glorious: September's Mac of the Month is Buffalo Mac and Cheese with Ranch! This is bound to be the sauciest (and best!) mac and cheese you've ever had thanks to the incorporation of buffalo hot sauce and ranch seasoning.

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Homemade Garlic Butter Croutons

September 15, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 18 Comments

homemade croutons on a pan

It only takes a few minutes to make your own homemade croutons and the little bit of extra effort compared to buying them at the grocery store is SO worth it!

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Easy and Cosy Cheesy Cauliflower Soup

September 10, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

cauliflower cheddar soup in a white bowlIt's that time of year when tucking in with a bowl of soup is the only option when you're ready to get COZY! And cauliflower cheddar soup is the perfect dish for such an occasion....

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Greek Quinoa Salad

August 6, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 2 Comments

greek quinoa saladGreek quinoa salad with fresh veggies, feta, and a delicious vinaigrette is the perfect summer recipe! I love that you can prepare this meal in less than half an hour. I also love that you can make it ahead and enjoy it for a whole week after.

It's hard to beat meals you can just grab out of the fridge to eat — no reheating required. ...

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Spicy Honey Garlic Tofu Bites

July 6, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 46 Comments

spicy honey garlic tofu on a white background with a green onion garnishOn the hunt for easy vegetarian dinner recipes? I've got you covered with this spicy honey garlic tofu. It's the kind of dish that can make anyone love tofu, even if they've maybe had some not-so-good experiences with it in the past!...

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Best Grilled Cheese Ever: A 10-Second Hack!

June 4, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 8 Comments

the best grilled cheese resting on a wooden cutting board with a white backgroundCan grilled cheese get even better than the classic bread, cheese, and butter combo? I know that's hard to beat...but the answer is YES! And it's SO easy to do! ...

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Unbelievably Good Mozzarella Stick Mac and Cheese

March 26, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 1 Comment

Mac of the Month Day is my favorite day of the month, and this month I'm pleased to present you with Mozzarella Stick Mac and Cheese! Rather than baking mozzarella sticks and adding them to the mac and cheese, I turned the whole dish almost into a giant mozzarella stick resting atop mac and cheese.

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The BEST Vegan Soup: Creamy Carrot Coconut Tomato Soup

February 18, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

one of the best vegan soup recipes in the worldTomato soup is one of my all-time favorite foods, and this carrot coconut tomato soup is a healthy and vegan version that has all the richness you want out of a meal!...

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Perfect Baked Mac and Cheese For One

January 16, 2019 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 10 Comments

baked Mac and cheese for one in a pink bowlDon't wait for your next family dinner to have mac and cheese. Serve yourself up a hearty serving of this classic vegetarian comfort food today. This baked version is perfect for one hungry person—dig in!
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Tomato Cheddar Soup

October 17, 2018 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

Tomato cheddar soup just screams comfort food! Serve it with fresh dill, crackers, or on its own and you'll fall in love with this rich, creamy soup before you know it.

tomato soup

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Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing WITHOUT Raw Anchovies

September 15, 2018 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food 57 Comments

homemade caesar salad dressing in a mason jar beside a lemon and lettuce

This homemade caesar salad dressing without raw anchovies puts store-bought dressings to shame! You can whip it up in a few minutes in your food processor using ingredients you probably already have on hand and create the best salad ever before you know it. 

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Avocado Toast on Garlic Naan with Goat Cheese

July 20, 2018 by Chelsea Kram – XO&So: Vegetarian Comfort Food Leave a Comment

avocado toastIf you're craving avocado toast and you want to switch things up a little, you've GOT to try avocado toast on garlic naan with goat cheese. 
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Hi! I'm Chelsea and I'm the Canadian food blogger behind all of the XO&So vegetarian comfort food recipes. Click here to get to know more about me.

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