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Peanut Butter and Oat Granola Bars

raw vegan gluten-free oil-free peanut butter and oat granola bars

In this recipe, we will be exploring just how versatile raw granola batters can be. We will be making bars, sticks, and even cereal (should you choose to be adventurous)! These bars are raw, vegan, oil-free, and totally FREE from gluten, dairy, refined sugar, soy, artificial flavors, and BHT (preservative). … read more »

Blueberry Coconut Muesli

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I love blueberries!  They are known as an antioxidant powerhouse!  In today’s recipe, I used dried blueberries but feel free to use fresh ones.  You will just need to add them when serving and not when storing. Afraid that you might be losing those precious… read more »

Mexican Style Seasoned “Rice” Dish

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free ~ This dish is bright in Mexican flavors, fresh with garden veggies, and downright good home, comfort food. It was created to mimic Mexican seasoned rice, and the mission was happily accomplished. This “rice” dish is good enough to fool anyone.  Nobody would guess… read more »

End of the Week Spaghetti | Cooked | Plates of Inspiration

This literally turned out to be the end of the week spaghetti. Not only was this dish plated up on the weekend (the end of the week), but it was also made from my End of the Week Soup that I created last Sunday. Did I lose you? If so,… read more »

Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti with Vegan Meatballs | Cooked Plates of Inspiration

Today’s Plate of Inspiration consists of Baked Spaghetti Squash noodles, seasoned tomato sauce, Vegan Mushroom Meatballs with a side of Baked Polenta Flatbread.  I sprinkled arugula micro greens on top, which imparts an intense peppery flavor, plus they’re full of vitamins and minerals. It was a real treat getting my… read more »

Loaded Mashed Potato Waffles | Plates of Inspiration

Today’s lunch comes to you loaded with healthy, nutritious, and delicious foods. Everything you see on my plate is vegan, gluten-free, fat-free, oil-free, nut-free, and grain-free. Starting from the bottom up: Toasted Grand Slam Potato Waffles, steamed broccoli florets, a drizzle of vegan cheese sauce, a sprinkle of sliced green… read more »

#1 – Knife Anatomy

Knife Anatomy… get out the scrubs, face guards, gloves, and sponges (hollers, “I need more light over here!”). Clearly, I have been watching too much TV. When it comes to investing in the right tools for the job, it is important to learn all that you can about these items. So, today we are diving into the parts and pieces which create this amazing tool. Each part of the knife plays a role in the utility, balance, and longevity of the knife… and let’s not forget… safety.

#1 – Juicer – Why and What I Recommend

Looking to ramp up your daily intake of fruits and veggies? Looking to cleanse your body? Juicing feeds us with high concentrations of antioxidants, antimicrobials, chlorophyll, and many other wonderous nutrients. Owning a juicer is a wonderful tool for saturating your body with nutrients. I recommend that you invest in… read more »

#4 – Kombucha Continuous Brew Method

I started my journey of kombucha making, with the continuous brew method. The whole knee-knocking process was new to me, so whether I decided to learn to batch brew or continuous brew… it was all the same me. After some research, I decided on continuous brew for various reasons. For… read more »

Soy Sauce / Salt Substitutions

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So why do I use soy sauce substitutions and not just the “real thing?”  The majority of conventional soy sauces on the market are made with non-organic, genetically modified (GMO) soybeans. Long term use of unfermented soy-related products has shown an increase in soy allergies, a disruption in proper thyroid… read more »

Pecan Peach and Caramel Ginger Ice Cream Tart

~ raw, gluten-free, dairy-free ~ If you saw my recipe for Layered Peach and Caramel Ginger Pie you will understand a little bit about how this recipe was born.  But allow me to explain further.  And I recommend that you don’t skip over this little story for it might teach you about… read more »

Dehydrated Corn

~ raw, dehydrated ~ This isn’t a recipe but more of a technique or an idea generator.  Let me begin by stressing that you use ORGANIC corn!  Buying 100% Organic, Certified Organic, or  USDA Organic-labeled products are usually the easiest way to avoid genetically modified ingredients. The United States and… read more »

Steel Cut Oats | Instant Pot| Batch Cooking

If you love a bowl of healthy steel-cut oatmeal in the morning and you also love to save time in the kitchen, today’s post is for you. Batch cooking is one of my little lifesavers, and I will be honest, the Instant Pot has really upped my game. Do you… read more »

#4 – Cutting Boards

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Ok, we have our knives, we know how to store them, but now we must talk about cutting boards. They are equally important when it comes to keeping a sharp blade on your knife. A properly designed board should minimize wear and tear on the edges of your knife.

Steel Cut Oats | Why Soak and How

Steel-cut oats are an excellent source of soluble fiber that also acts as a prebiotic food, which, in turn, feeds the friendly bacteria in your gut. The ripple effect is that it turns around and helps the gut bacteria produce nutrients for your colon cells and leads to a healthier… read more »

Perfecting the Springform Pan and Crusts

today, I am going to share a few tips and tricks on how to create an aesthetically pleasing crust that can be used in both sweet and savory applications.

The Balance of Raw and Cooked

Every time you eat is an opportunity to nourish your body! I made a sign with this saying and have it hanging in my studio kitchen as a sweet reminder as to why I do what I do. It is my goal in life to approach everything I do with… read more »

Young Thai Coconuts – The Inside Scoop

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Young Thai Coconuts have become an important and popular ingredient in the raw food world.  They can be intimating for some people and just flat hard to find for others. The other day I bought a case of coconuts from Whole Foods. They were on sale, 2 for $5 which… read more »

FAQ Plus vs. PrintFriendly

gluten-free vegan yeast-free low-sugar jelly filled doughnuts

FAQ Plus does not play nice with PrintFriendly. Creating a test to see if there is a workaround. © AmieSue.com

The Raw Food Diet- Please Read

Every time you eat is an opportunity to nourish your body! The term “raw food diet” refers to the consumption of foods that haven’t been cooked or treated at temperatures above 105-115 degrees (F).  Above this temperature, food and especially the enzymes in the food begin to degrade.  Therefore adding… read more »

Was my account CANCELED? – “No” – Please read carefully

Good morning everyone, Some of you still have questions so I wanted to quickly touch on two things that have been popping up since the announcement that Nouveauraw is changing to the non-membership model as of March 1st. But before I do that, I want to give a special thank… read more »

Troubleshooting Raw Ice Cream

Over the past decade, I have made a lot of raw vegan ice creams. I am far from becoming a master at it, but it’s fun to make when the cravings hit.  Today, I have compiled a handful of troubleshooting issues that have popped up through my own experiences.

My Commercial Kitchen

My creative space is a place where my imagination comes to life, where I spend hours on end as my hands work tirelessly pouring my heart and soul into every recipe and creation. This kitchen organically unfolded as my husband and I formed a manufacturing business for raw foods.

Lemon Pistachio Wreaths

Raw Food Recipes

  ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I love lemon, I love pistachios, I love cookies, and I love wreaths!  I think it is safe to say that I love these  Lemon-Pistachio Wreath cookies. For this recipe, I used unsalted roasted pistachios.  If you have salted ones, that’s ok, just hold off… read more »

Welcome to NouveauRaw™

Let me Take You on an Amazing Culinary Journey! We are taking Intentional Eating to a whole new level.  Join us for only $5.99 a month. Signup for membership receive a FREE copy of my ebook: Make your own Edible Veggie Bouquet Learn More                   … read more »