In this “Twisted Soups” series I will turn some of my favorite dishes into soups. I started the series with a creamy Philly Cheesesteak Chowder because I love this sandwich so much. Stick around for more soul-warming soups!

Dive into the flavors of the sea with this Mediterranean Pink Oyster Mushroom Fish(less) Sandwich, which features savory Caper Feta Spread and rich balsamic vinegar for the perfect flavor blast.

As some of you may know, I was the co-owner of a vegan breakfast café called Spoiled Vegans. This recipe is inspired by a sandwich we served there, the "McSpoil". I updated another recipe of mine, the Walnut Breakfast Sausage, to improve the texture a bit. This one is FIRE stacked with a vegan egg and sauteed kale in between two waffles. Check the Vibes!

Where are my jerky lovers at? Mushrooms are so versatile, so why not use them to make some homemade jerky?!?!

Yo, as it heats up, the recipes start to heat up! I made this crazy cherry rosemary oyster mushroom sandwich using chalupa shells as the bread. I added some guacamole, sprouts, and secret sauce. This one is going down in history.

Occasionally, I gotta pull out a turnip recipe to keep my name official. I made this sandwich last year, but the version here has some significant upgrades. I made the "pastrami" slices thinner by using a potato peeler instead of a mandolin. It took more time, but it was worth it. The marinade does an excellent job penetrating the turnip slices, adding to the overall flavor. Marinating the turnips makes a big difference in texture as well. Stacked on rye bread and paired with sauerkraut, mustard, vegan thousand island dressing, dill pickles, and melted vegan cheese, this sandwich is straight fire!

I’ve been making plant-based ribs for over three years but could never get the texture just right. The end result was either too chewy or not chewy enough. I’ve finally cracked the code with the combo of jackfruit and pink oysters. It’s time to get the grills out and unleash the smoky flavors all spring/summer.

For those that do not already know, I was born in the suburbs of Chicago, so I have a natural affinity for hot dogs and sausages. But now, I only get down with the vegan versions. This sausage seemed like the next progression in my mushroom meat creations. I made a few changes to my chipotle sausage recipe and it’s even better than before. I wanted to see how the sausage would cook with shiitake mushrooms instead of lion's mane, and I am very pleased with the results. I also changed the process to create a more consistent texture when you bite. These sausages came out fire! Check out some grilling hacks I used to make this recipe: Use a smoker box or smoker to infuse flavors like cherry, apple, or hickory wood. Use your marinade throughout all steps. You can use it to marinate the sausage and then again to baste the food while cooking. When you are done cooking, add the sausages back to the remainder of the marinade until you are ready to eat. Spritz water around the food while cooking to keep the sausages juicy until it's time to enjoy.

This might be one of the simplest recipes but it has mad flavor!

It is harvesting time and we are back with another dope recipe using mushrooms I grew at home with a North Spore Fruiting Block Kit and Boom Room. This was a nice flush with close to 1.3 pounds of shiitake mushrooms. It takes about 1-2 months to get the shiitake bag ready to start fruiting, but North Spore makes it easier and faster to grow at home. It took about 10-11 days to grow once I took the fruiting block out of its bag. Because it grows outside of the bag, it’s best to grow in a tent or fruiting chamber to prevent contamination. I chose shiitake mushrooms for this recipe because shiitake is very meaty and has a delicious umami flavor. This recipe takes some work, but at the end of the day, it's incredible to go from harvest to table right at home.

Let's reimagine food together with purpose. I've taken one of my favorite sandwiches, added chalupa shells, and combined it with one of my favorite meat replacements, adding an old-school twist. I've revamped my mushroom meat for this recipe, infusing Banh Mi flavors into it and preparing it differently. This time, I blended all the wet ingredients with the mushrooms, improving both texture and appearance. This one's another banger!

A while back I was asked to be part of the Golden Recipe program on Pinterest TV. The objective was to make a recipe that reminded me of my past. For the Golden Recipe, I chose to make a vegan version of country-fried steak. That recipe was pretty good, but this recipe takes it to a whole other level. I figured out the perfect crunchy batter and the Lion's Mane steak makes for a wonderful texture and chew. Hope you enjoy!