I'm Ray Besselston, and you're listening to the Plant Strong podcast.

If you're someone who thinks a whole food, plant-based diet is too complicated, too time-consuming,

or just plain bland, get ready to have those excuses roasted and toasted with my guest today, Brandy Doming, known for her fast and flavorful recipes, many with less than eight ingredients.

Brandy is back with her latest book, Vegan, Wholesome, and we'll have her story right after these words from Plant Strong.

I want to read to you all an email that I received earlier this week.

Hi, Rip, I'm Carolyn, and I just wanted to share how your meal plan bundle has completely changed the way that I

approached food. I wanted to eat healthier for years, but juggling a busy schedule made it feel

nearly impossible for me to stay consistent. I'd start strong and then fall off when life got chaotic,

which was often. This bundle gave me something that I didn't even

know that I needed a flexible system. With just one weekly grocery trip and pantry staples

from Plan Strong, I suddenly had everything that I needed to make quick, satisfying meals

without starting from scratch every day.

And what I love most is the versatility. I can mix and match based on what I'm craving,

and even when my schedule throws me off, I'm never more than a few minutes away from a healthy

meal that I'm actually excited to eat. I finally feel in control of my

food choices without feeling boxed in. Thanks for making life easier. I'm a forever fan of all that you do.

Caroline. Well, Caroline, thank you for taking the time to write me. It means so much to hear how

you've been helped with our system. And if any of you out there, if you want to try the

meal plan pantry bundle that provides a full week of breakfast, lunches, dinners, and snacks,

just head on over to planstrong.com. And for a limited time,

you'll get a free box of popcorn with your order of the full bundle.

Today, I am sitting down with the incredibly talented brandy doming, the creative force

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