Buddhist chef from Quebec's cookbook gives guide to vegan cooking

Buddhist chef provides home-style vegan recipes Buddhist chef Jean-Philippe Cyr’s cookbook dives into home-style cooking with a vegan flair.

The Buddhist chef Jean-Philippe Cyr's new cookbook "Homestyle Cooking: Simple, Satisfying Vegan Recipes for Sharing" provides a guide to serving up dishes sans meat. View the full interview with CTV News anchor Mutsumi Takahashi above.

Below are three recipes from the book.

VEGAN TUSCAN SOUP

Serves 6, Prep Time: 35 min, Cook Time: 40 min

INGREDIENTS

Cashew cream:

Tuscan Soup:

INSTRUCTIONS

For the Cashew Cream:

For the Tuscan Soup:

Leftover soup can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until hot.

VEGAN PAELLA WITH SAUSAGE

Serves 6, Prep Time: 40 min, Cook Time: 65 min

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FLAKY APPLE TART

Serves 6, Prep Time: 30 min, Cook Time: 30 min

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