If you are not a red beet lover, may I ask that you stick around just long enough for me to share something with you? They say that beets are one of those vegetables that people either love or hate, it seems there’s no in-between when it comes to the… read more »
I was up early today creating recipes. My main focus is to keep Bob and me and well-nourished…the perk is that I get to share with you what goes on our plates. Right now, my diet is focused on whole foods (as always): fresh greens, starches, no sugar, and no… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This was a recipe request from NouveauRaw member Veronica. It was evident that this treat wasn’t completely about the flavor but also about texture. Her exact words were, “It was sweet, crunchy and moist and you could taste the cinnamon, but it wasn’t overpowering. Yummy!… read more »
While I love the tartness of rhubarb and the sweetness of strawberries individually, nothing beats the combination of the two when brought together in this amazing sauce. This recipe didn’t come from my great- grandma’s recipe box (as the recipe title might suggest), but to honor her I make it… read more »
The other day, I made Savory Refrigerator Zucchini Pickles. I am pleased but embarrassed to say that I ate almost a whole pint in one sitting. Bob enjoyed them as well, but he put a request in for sweet pickles which led me to make this recipe, which turned out… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Taiyaki is a Japanese fish-shaped cake that is most commonly filled with red bean paste which is made from sweetened azuki beans. Other common fillings might be custard, chocolate, cheese, or sweet potato. Traditionally, it is made using regular pancake or waffle batter. The batter is poured into… read more »
Here I sit, Sunday evening, and I am flabbergasted that yet another week has slipped by (and so quickly). One of my dear friends, Lyn, has been text messaging me daily. She starts with, “Happy Monday” (or whatever day it is). To be honest, without her, I’d have no clue… read more »
Be prepared for an “aroma explosion” to take place in your kitchen while these are baking. Seriously. If I thought I was hungry before I popped these in the oven…whew, I had to mop the kitchen floor due to my drooling while the magic was taking place in the oven.… read more »
I learned the technique of using kombu seaweed years ago, and it has become a cornerstone of my cooking skills. Before I dive into this, I want to clarify (for those of you who squirm when the word “seaweed” comes up) that kombu seaweed doesn’t affect the taste of the… read more »
In today’s post, I will discuss two cooking methods that don’t require you to cut raw squash. Because have you ever tried? Yikes! It’s challenging and dangerous. You can either bake it whole in the oven or whole in the Instant Pot–which, I have to tell you, is the most… read more »
With the world’s current events, our members-only Facebook group has been talking about ways to preserve food for long-term storage. Someone asked how to go about preserving fresh produce. So today, I am going to share several techniques. I will start the post off by defining different techniques, followed by… read more »
These bell peppers are stuffed with black beans, corn, peas, and rice with a gentle kick from chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. If you are seeking some good ol’ comfort food, you will love these hearty, filling, and oh-so flavorful stuffed peppers. They are vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free, soy-free…what else… read more »
If you have never tried making pickles with zucchini before, you are in for a treat! Unlike a cucumber pickle, the zucchini’s sponge-like texture soaks up all of the flavors of the garlic, vinegar, and spices…plus they are super easy to make. There is no cooking or canning involved–it literally… read more »
Today, I created a flatbread out of polenta and not much else. To achieve this, I used a few techniques that I had hidden up my sleeve. So what can you expect from this gluten-free, vegan, flour-free, nut-free, simple recipe? You can expect this bread to have a crunchy exterior… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I can’t believe that I have never shared how to make Young Thai Coconut Wraps before! I have been making them for years… what a disservice. :) Coconut wraps are great for creating fun and interesting new meals. Sometimes I make my own wraps, and other times… read more »
Although this may be the first you’ve heard of resistant starch, it’s likely been a part of your diet most of your life. Resistant starch is a carbohydrate that resists digestion in the small intestine and ferments in the large intestine. As the fibers ferment, they act as a prebiotic… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ We all love to have tricks up our sleeves when it comes to serving wholesome, delicious meals to our friends and family, right? And with our hectic lifestyles, we want to spend the least amount of time preparing our food so we can spend… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ If you want to take a quick trip to Italy but are low on funds… these Italian Pizza Pockets will take you there instantly, and you won’t suffer from jet lag! There is something very therapeutic and rewarding when making your food from fresh, living… read more »
I have owned an ISI dispenser for almost 10 YEARS (brand-new, in the box) but can you believe that it’s only been within the past few years that I have even begun to tinker with it? How can that be? How could I neglect a kitchen gadget?!! I need to… read more »
Cheesecakes don’t get much better than this. Brownies + cheesecake… all in one bite?! Trust me, you are going to want to try this recipe.
Are you a soup lover? I wasn’t for a long time. It wasn’t that I didn’t like soup–it just never seemed satiating enough, thus not making it worth my time. Silly me. That was way back in the day when I ate out of boxes and cans. Campbell’s Chicken and… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Some of you may not know this, but I have a younger sister who is the gem of my life and has been since the day she was born. Growing up, specially in her toddler years, she had what we called “a million dollar smile.”… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Do you ever crave egg salad? I sure do. It’s fresh-tasting, hearty, satisfying, and surprisingly versatile. You can eat it with a spoon, smoosh it between two pieces of bread, plop a dollop on a bed of greens or roll it into a burrito.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Breakfast… Because sometimes you just need a reason to get up in the morning. Orange Hazel Nut Fig Muesli just might do that for you. Here’s the thing, I live a very blessed life… I am surrounded by people whom I just love and adore…… read more »
There is a wide range of houseplant palms available, and luckily, most of them have similar growing needs…you just have to be sure you can meet those needs. I don’t say that to scare you. I want you to enjoy your palm, and you won’t be doing that if it… read more »