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If they won’t, bring extras or ensure the invite asks attendees to bring their own. Bring some backups just in case people forget * Try to avoid disposables, but they can be brought as a Plan B if needed * [ ] Ask the cook to keep allergies and dietary restrictions in mind. The main should be gluten- and nut-free, or have a gluten- and nut-free option. Low salt and oil is preferred ## **Food Ideas** The rule of thumb for Pro-Animal Socials is to provide a main course (or several, if multiple cooks cook separately) of fresh, healthy food. The meal should be supplemented with [Loma Linda Hot Dogs](https://www.amazon.com/Loma-Linda-Plant-Based-Franks-Kosher/dp/B07M8FJCT3/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1JVXX43J0OSPV\&keywords=loma+linda+frank+giant+can\&qid=1688747364\&sprefix=loma+linda+frank+giant+ca%2Caps%2C120\&sr=8-9) ordered in bulk from Amazon, as these are inexpensive, filling, and easy to prepare. The PAF chapter in your city should provide hot dogs, with at least 1 hot dog per attendee. They can simply be sautéed in a pan with oil, or grilled. For cost and ease, the main(s) will usually be some kind of stew or chili, though cooks are allowed to be more adventurous if they wish! Below are some ideas of other recipes and items to serve that fit our food guidelines: ### Main Courses * [5-Ingredient Vegan Chili](https://sweetsimplevegan.com/5-ingredient-vegan-chili/) * [Easy Yellow Dal Recipe](https://plantbasedonabudget.com/yellow-dal/) * [Quick & Easy Red Lentil Dahl](https://www.noracooks.com/red-lentil-dahl/) * [Easy Chickpea Curry](https://www.noracooks.com/chickpea-curry/) * [Vegan Stir Fry](https://www.noracooks.com/vegan-stir-fry/) + [Another Vegan Stir Fry](https://www.kathysvegankitchen.com/vegan-stir-fry/#recipe) * [5-Minute Easy Vegan Tacos](https://happykitchen.rocks/5-minute-easy-vegan-tacos/) * [Vegan Sloppy Joes](https://www.noracooks.com/vegan-sloppy-joes/) * [Easy Vegan Baked Falafel (Oil-Free)](https://thevegan8.com/easy-vegan-baked-falafel/) & [Authentic Lebanese Hummus](https://feelgoodfoodie.net/recipe/best-hummus/) * [Lemon Garlic Soy Curls](https://itdoesnttastelikechicken.com/vegan-lemon-garlic-soy-curls/#recipe) ### Dessert * [Gluten-Free & Oil-Free Vegan Brownies](https://thevegan8.com/fudgy-vegan-low-fat-brownies/#recipe) * [Oil-Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://thishealthykitchen.com/vegan-chocolate-chip-cookies/#recipe) * [One Bowl Vegan Chocolate Sheet Cake](https://thebananadiaries.com/one-bowl-vegan-chocolate-sheet-cake/) * [Vegan Berry Crumble](https://nosweatvegan.com/vegan-berry-crumble/) ### **Easy Amazon Purchases** * [Loma Linda Hot Dogs](https://www.amazon.com/Loma-Linda-Plant-Based-Franks-Kosher/dp/B07M8FJCT3/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1JVXX43J0OSPV\&keywords=loma+linda+frank+giant+can\&qid=1688747364\&sprefix=loma+linda+frank+giant+ca%2Caps%2C120\&sr=8-9) * [Chili Man Canned Chili](https://www.amazon.com/Chilli-Man-Chili-Vegetarian-Beans/dp/B000LKTFHI/ref=sr_1_10?crid=1HIU97VTBAZM6\&keywords=loma+linda+chili\&qid=1688747524\&s=grocery\&sprefix=loma+linda+chili%2Cgrocery%2C116\&sr=1-10) * [Loma Linda Taco Filling](https://www.amazon.com/Loma-Linda-Blue-Plant-Based-Solution/dp/B07P715GQ5/ref=sr_1_7?crid=P1UBAW3B305X\&keywords=bulk+vegan+taco+meat\&qid=1689459901\&sprefix=bulk+vegan+taco+mea%2Caps%2C163\&sr=8-7) * [Butler Soy Curls](https://www.amazon.com/Butler-Soy-Curls-Bags-Pack/dp/B00HAS1SVU/ref=sr_1_4?crid=BXDOKDWSBUHZ\&keywords=soy+curls\&qid=1689463992\&s=grocery\&sprefix=soy+curls%2Cgrocery%2C208\&sr=1-4) --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. 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