With more and more people looking for vegetarian or vegan options on Thanksgiving and through the Christmas season, perhaps you might consider a round-up of products that can be served instead of or alongside traditional turkey and ham dishes during the holidays. If so, I'd be very grateful if you'd consider a mention of a brand that just topped the list of recommended vegan turkeys in the industry trade publication Organic Authority - Vegetarian Plus (www.vegetarian-plus.com).

Vegetarian Plus’ 4-lb Vegan Whole Turkey, plus a pound each of Vegan Gravy and Vegan Stuffing side dish, is an ideal centerpiece for any festive meal with flavor and texture that will tempt even the most ardent real turkey lovers. Made with natural ingredients and non-GMO soy, Vegan Whole Turkey only takes an hour to heat and – once ready – is amazingly moist, firm and easily-sliced.

Vegetarian Plus also serves up a mouth-watering 21.1-oz Vegan Turkey Roll with a pack of 8-oz vegan cinnaberry sauce that’s perfect for meals or sandwiches – another way to celebrate the holiday season in the healthiest, tastiest and most environmentally-friendly way possible.

Vegetarian Plus’ 2.2-lb Vegan Ham Roll is another brand classic that’s authentic and flavorful enough to win over vegans, vegetarians and health-conscious mainstream consumers alike. Topped by a pack of 8-oz spiced plum and apricot glaze, this family-friendly entrée bakes in just an hour and is guaranteed to keep everyone at the table warm inside.

Now widely considered one of the most forward-looking brands in the vegan and vegetarian food industry, Vegetarian Plus routinely sends its team of culinary experts to the far corners of the globe not only to source the very finest ingredients and secure the most authentic homemade recipes, but to consult with each region’s leading chefs as well. The company then matches these flavors – including classic sauces, glazes and marinades – to create artisanal frozen entrees that are boldly different from all other meatless alternatives available today.

Sold at health food stores and supermarkets in most states, all Vegetarian Plus products are vegan, made with non-GMO soy protein, and free of cholesterol and MSG.  (Peter Berk)