There are many ways to culture young Thai coconut when making homemade yogurt. Each method deserves its own posting, because there is always so much to learn about each technique. Sprouted Quinoa Rejuvelac… Speaking of which, today I used sprouted quinoa rejuvelac to ferment my yogurt. I will be honest…… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, cultured ~ This recipe is similar to frozen yogurt. When I was 14 years old, the grocery store that I worked at got a frozen yogurt machine. Even though I didn’t know a thing about how to eat healthfully, I just knew that I wanted to,… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Sometimes we need to take a step back, and put aside those elaborate recipes with long ingredient lists and simplify life in the kitchen. Over the years I have learned that we need to spend less time thinking about food and more time just enjoying it. As… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I realize that summer is winding its way down… according to the calendar that is… because if you stepped out my front door… Mother Nature would be telling you something different! It’s been a tad bit too hot for my liking these past few days.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, Paleo ~ A diet rich in alkaline foods helps reduces inflammation in the body. Inflammation is the body’s attempt at self-protection; the aim being to remove harmful stimuli, including damaged cells, irritants, or pathogens – and begin the healing process. (source) So, as you can see,… read more »
I have been developing raw whole-food recipes for a long time now, and I love the fact that I am still discovering wonderful new recipes, techniques, and ingredients every day. Best of all, I love teaching and sharing them with you. I read that “Your life as a teacher begins… read more »
I have never been a straight-up coffee drinker, but I do love all things coffee-flavored. And the aroma of coffee… oh man… I could almost brew a pot of coffee daily just so I could smell it. Take a quick moment and check out this video. It made me giggle.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ When I created this recipe, I thought to myself, “Oh, Amie Sue… these will make a wonderful pantry staple! I can make these up and keep Bob happy (in the snack department) for a while.” Well, if that wasn’t a joke. I barely had them… read more »
~ raw, gluten-free, vegan, nut-free ~ As I started to make the preparations to create this cracker recipe, old spice-drawer-fears started to creep up. I came into this world of healthy eating with baggage. Spices and I didn’t start off on the right foot. I have shared this before so if you… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This is a quick and easy hardening chocolate recipe that I have made over and over and over. It is semi-sweet but oh so rich in flavor. Perfect for coating other sweet treats with or to use by itself in chocolate molds. It is… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ We all live very busy and complicated lives. Have you ever muttered under your breath…”I wish I had more time for myself.” or “I’m so busy! I don’t have a moment to breathe.” This one speaks to me: “I need more hours in the day!” Here’s the… read more »
Prebiotics are just as important as probiotics, and you get an added bonus when you use them together. Prebiotics naturally reside in all kinds of fruits, vegetables, and some nuts & other foods. What are Prebiotics? Prebiotics are a type of fiber. They are un-digestible plant fibers that already live inside the… read more »
On every post you read about sweeteners, please keep this thought in mind… Just because the dessert recipes on my site (or any other raw site) are raw, created on the foundation of whole foods, and are healthier than the typical SAD (Standard American Diet) desserts… they are still desserts and should be consumed… read more »
~ high-raw, sugar-free, gluten-free, vegan ~ I am sure that most of you don’t need to be told how to enjoy chocolate, but I want to create a transcendent experience for you. That’s just the kind of gal that I am. :) Put the chocolate in your mouth. You may… read more »
Tiger nuts go many different names; Zulu nut, yellow nutgrass, ground almond, chufa, edible rush, and rush nut. In Nigeria, the Hausas call it “Aya,” Yorubas “imumu,” the igbos “ofio,” “aki Hausa” in southern Nigeria. They are usually preserved by sun-drying for about three months before storage. They can be… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This “vegan breakfast milkshake” will help you jumpstart your day. Filled with creamy goodness, it feels indulgent and comes along with a whole lot of nutrition. Based on a creamy almond/coconut milk, which creates a perfect foundation for frosty strawberries and chia seeds. This truly feels like an indulgent treat… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I find that when making chocolate, that there is more of a science and preciseness to it than any other type of raw dish that I make. With that being said, I have provided the measurements in weight, rather than cups. You can pick up… read more »
Creamy Italian Dressing adds deliciously rich, zesty flavor to so many dishes, delivering mouthwatering Italian flavor in every bite. It is perfect for drizzling, spreading, or dipping. It has a full-bodied, creamy texture, all thanks to cooked white beans. Ah, I bet you thought that I was going to say… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Sriracha is not a raw product but it is one ingredient that lives in our fridge. Bob is known to add a drop or two of this chili sauce on just about anything. Whenever I bring Bob his food, I always have the Sriracha bottle… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Here is a kale chip that is packed full of spice and zing. The marriage of lime and chipotle is enough to create a small explosion in your mouth. It took me quite a few years to get brave enough to tip the spice jar over and… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Sunflower seeds are a fantastic replacement for those who are allergic to nuts or if you are just looking for an alternative ingredient to use. When we crack open a sunflower seed, we expect to find a tiny seed… but did you know that… read more »
I was so excited to prepare my lunch today. I knew exactly what I was hungry for when I woke up so I made sure that I had everything warming in the dehydrator an hour before the tummy grumblings were about to begin. Lucky, I had all of these components… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ There is nothing wrong with elevating the look of popsicles… bringing them up to an adult level. Nothing can take away the child-like feeling one gets when enjoying them. These popsicles are creamy, cold, bursting with sweet summer strawberries and fresh ripened rhubarb. A Summertime healthy indulgence… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ There is a good reason that the colors in this photo are so vibrant and no, it isn’t due to photoshop… it’s due to the abundant amount of anthocyanins found in blueberries. Anthocyanins are plant pigments that are responsible for not only for the beautiful color… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I am not going to tell you that this is my new favorite cracker. Nope, not gonna do it. I refuse! I mean really… how many crackers can become my favorite? You will start to lose faith in me… sheesh…. to claim that this… read more »