Mulberry Crunch Candy Bars If you’re like most people, you probably started off the year with a whole list of resolutions. More sleep! Less caffeine! More exercise! Less television! More vegetables! Less sugar! As commendable as that is… one cannot live on celery, broccoli, and treadmill-pounding alone. Can they? Besides,… read more »
Just like the center of Fig Newton cookies, these sweet rolls are full of deliciously crunchy seeds. They are hearty while also being sweet (but not overwhelmingly so), making them perfect for breakfast, snacking, or any occasion where delicious and nutritious food is called for. Eating healthy doesn’t mean we… read more »
This is a very simple and easy recipe to make. I know that there are oodles of guacamole recipes out there, but it never hurts to have many in your arsenal so you can complement different foods and taste buds.
So, I heard through the grapevine that you want to start making your own fresh juices, but buying a juicer isn’t part of your current budget plan. Not a problem, I have a solution. A good blender makes an excellent alternative to juicers until you can afford one. Blender juicing… read more »
You may be new to the idea of Molasses Milk or perhaps you may have grown up on it… either way, my hope is that you enjoy this rich, caramelly, drink (with a hint of rum!) as much as I do. My taste buds even detected a hint of black… read more »
Well bread… I am having fun with a play on words these days. I grew up as an only child so it doesn’t take much to entertain myself. And for those of you who giggled at the recipe name… that means you are in the same boat as me! This… read more »
Black Truffle Sea Salt… my new spice love affair. Combine that with my deep-rooted enjoyment of kale chips and POW… my hidden superpower of “willpower” is completely defeated. haha My kryptonite! Do NOT underestimate the luxurious culinary delight of truffles.
Have you ever made bread in a Dutch oven? By using a covered Dutch oven with this wet dough, the all-important steam is trapped inside, surrounding the loaf. This keeps the crust soft and cool longer, allowing the loaf to grow before the crust sets. This method isn’t required to… read more »
The heart-shaped leaves are embossed with large sections of silver so that no two leaves area like, much like a snowflake. They are velvety to the touch and quite matte in texture. Their vines hang gracefully from a full-bodied plant and can be encouraged to grow as long as you… read more »
These homemade vegan, gluten-free, yeast-free soft pretzels are simply amazing. There’s something so satisfying about that distinctive chewy exterior paired with the warm, soft interior of a pretzel that makes them irresistible. Such a fun snack to be made by all – bake up huge pretzels, regular-size, pretzel bites, or… read more »
So the title and photos may seem a bit of a head-scratcher. Let me clear one thing up in case you are confused, chocolate salami doesn’t contain any meat! The salami name derives from the physical appearance which is cylindrical and can be sliced for serving.
Bread-like items, including bagels, are typically written off as being full of “bad” carbs and empty calories, and are “stripped” of nutrients. Well, the BUCK STOPS HERE! I don’t believe in making food that fits any of the above descriptors. My site is unconventional when it comes to the construction… read more »
Peppermint Patty Hot Chocolate is a sure way to brighten the holidays. What’s not to love about a hot chocolate during the winter season? It’s creamy, chocolatey, pepperminty, and oh so warm! It’s vegan, preservative-free, easy to make, and is excellent as a gift or just to have on hand… read more »
The moment these muffins started baking in the oven, I immediately wanted to jump back into my jammies, glide my tippytoes into my favorite fuzzy slippers, and shake my brushed hair back into a frightful state. The aroma was quite heavenly. A smile spread across my lips as waltzed around… read more »
Around our house, hot chocolate is a real treat. As much as I enjoy it, I don’t seem to make it all that much. Hmm. I think it boiled down to convenience? To figure out if it was psychology that was getting in my way, I decided to create some… read more »
I hope the title of this bread brings you a giggle, because it struck my funny bone. Calling this bread “rye” just wouldn’t be truthful since I didn’t use rye flour (due to the gluten content). Instead, I relied on a delightful collection of German bread spices known as Brotgewürz… read more »
There’s nothing better than homemade bread, fresh out of the oven. This homemade rustic crusty bread is now the new rave in our household, and I hope that it will soon be in yours as well. It is gluten-free, nut-free, vegan, yeast-free, and oil-free. It may not have large airy… read more »
Looking for a way to espresso your love? Perhaps you are familiar with the 5 love languages — Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physical Touch. Discovering and learning to speak the primary love language of someone you love can radically strengthen and improve your… read more »
Did you know that it’s bread season? It starts today and continues for the next 364 days. I know exactly what you are thinking…you are so happy that I brought this to light so you don’t miss one day of this gluten-free, vegan holiday. I know, I am being silly,… read more »
No knitting needles needed to make this cozy winter bonnet! With a variety of pastry tip shapes, you can create a knitted-wool look on your cake, too. And after your guests are finished admiring this culinary masterpiece, just slice it into a cranberry-chip-filled surprise. Today’s creation is raw (no baking… read more »
Few beverages are as deeply-rooted in childhood memories as hot chocolate. It’s rich, thick, creamy, amazingly warming and comforting, like a big hug in a mug! And why not take an ordinary wintery drink and turn it into a super-food hot chocolate?! This hot chocolate is not your ordinary hot… read more »
Lately, I have been sticking to the same bread-like recipe base for several reasons: it works, the different flavor combinations excite the tastebuds, and it is based in whole foods that don’t include gluten, nuts, oil, eggs, yeast, or refined sugars. Plus, I have to admit, I am all about… read more »