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raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, grain-free – Flax crackers are a staple in our household. I always try to keep a large jar on the counter for my sweetheart. I bet I hear that lid come off (it makes a “ching” sound each time) a good 10-15 times a day. No… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This chocolate will remain hard at room temperature. But if exposed to anything above 70 degrees (F) it might start to melt so be mindful. Don’t tuck them in your pocket or place them on Great Grandma’s handmade lace doily… just in case. I… read more »
A taste of Mexico without gluten, dairy, grains, or nuts…Fresh Veggie Enchiladas… delicious and nutritious!
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ It’s rich, semi-sweet, messy to work with; it’s finger-licking good so clean up is a pleasurable experience. Finding the right recipe for raw chocolate is easy but finding one that hardeners and looks wonderful to use as a chocolate coating are a bit more… read more »
Fall Harvest Granola Brittle ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ The days are getting shorter, but that’s ok because, with pumpkins in my presence, they are getting better, yay. :) Granola brittle? To be quite frank, I must admit that when I started this recipe, I had no idea what it… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, sugar-free ~ Raw Cacao (raw chocolate) with its high mineral content and wealth of antioxidants is one of nature’s most fantastic superfoods. Since many of the special properties of cacao are destroyed by cooking, refining, and processing, it is best to locate the raw version. … read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ The key word in describing this pie is silk because that is just what it feels like in your mouth and on your tongue. The texture is amazingly light, soft and creamy. There are three layers to this pie. You have the chewy, flaky crust,… read more »
Almond Thin Crackers ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Almond Thins are the perfect guilt-free alternative made with simple, whole-food ingredients. As always, I take the time to activate the almonds, so they can release all of their nutrients, as well as deactivate some of the phytic acid and enzyme inhibitors.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Yep, another green smoothie. Kale (or spinach) is to blame but in a good way! I guess since I can’t really control the colors of these smoothies, I decided to mix up the container I use to drink it out of. I find myself… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This pudding is the perfect compilation of the Tropics with a slight hint of coconut, the gentle sweetness of mangos, and a soft heat from the ginger. It is very filling and will keep you energized for hours to come. I have really come… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Bread, bread, bread, bread, bread, bread, bread! I couldn’t be more thrilled to have bread back into our lives. When I created this recipe, I wanted the corn flavor to stand up to the caramelized onions; I wanted texture, I wanted a mouth-watering smell… I wanted… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Pumpernickel is traditionally a dense, slightly sweet bread that is made with coarsely ground rye. Well, I can’t say that there is anything “traditional” about the ingredients used in this recipe, but I promise you this… it doesn’t lack even a bit in the… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Today, I present to you a frosting that is perfect for cake decorating. There are many different types of frostings out there that are job-specific. They are used to decorate a variety of desserts, they add another layer of flavor and texture, as well as… read more »
~ raw, gluten-free, dairy-free ~ Looking for a dessert to WOW your guests? Trust me ladies and gents… this will win the hearts of everyone!!! Do any of you remember Nutter Butter Cookies? These taste exactly like them but better! I kid you not. One bite and I was in… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ It’s time for another smoothie! I know, I know, this Pumpkin Patch Smoothie doesn’t look anything like pumpkin now does it?! Pumpkins are orange! We all know that greens are a powerful nutrient to add to our diets, but greens are also powerful in… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Today, I am going to highlight a special ingredient that I used in the sauce… Miso! Miso is usually a soy product, but these days they have many different forms that don’t contain soy. Being I can’t eat soy I decided to try a new… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ As of late, I have been on a roll creating raw pretzels. It all started with a request from Nikki, a Nouveau Raw reader. She had been craving pretzels and asked me to come up with a raw version. So, I created a raw pretzel;… read more »
There’s nothing mundane about this salsa. My secret ingredient is cumin. It gives a nice spicy, warm, pungent aroma and taste when mixed with all the other ingredients.
Fruity Granola Crunch ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I am never one to waste or throw away food. Unless of course, it is wearing a furry coat. :) If that’s the case, compost pile… here we come! Yesterday, as I was tooling around my kitchen when I spied some darkened… read more »
– raw / vegan / gluten-free / nut-free – Do you remember Hershey’s Chocolate Syrup? I can recall that we always had a bottle of that tucked in our refrigerator door while I was growing up. I won’t even skip the fact that I owned a few bottles throughout my adulthood too.… read more »
raw / vegan / gluten-free This granola has turned into a staple in our household. I keep a large glass container of it on the kitchen island, and I must hear the lid come off it at least 5x a day! Ching, ching, ching. You know that sound. Ginger Peach… read more »
So, what exactly are Kelp Noodles? Well, they are not really “noodles” at all; at least not in the traditional sense. They’re made from raw edible kelp seaweed, specifically from the thin colorless inner layer under the kelp’s outer skin. These thin, noodle-shaped strips of kelp are preserved in natural seaweed-derived salt (called sodium alginate).
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This simple cereal is packed with flavor, with the sun-kissed sweetness of the strawberries, the earthy richness of maple syrup, the creaminess of the homemade almond milk and the spicy, woodsy flavor of the cinnamon. I am in love with muesli style cereals. I love them with… read more »
raw / vegan / gluten-free Don’t let these itty bitty nuggets scare you into thinking that they won’t provide a satisfying breakfast. Because that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, this healthy breakfast recipe is full of protein, omega-3s, and fiber to regulate blood sugar and keep you fuller, longer.… 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 »