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I don’t know a person that doesn’t enjoy ice cream. Oddly enough, I consumed more ice cream while living in Alaska then I ever did living in warmer climates. What’s up with that? During my heavy ice cream eating days, I never dreamed of making homemade ice cream… that didn’t happen until I started learning about the raw, whole food lifestyle.
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Here we go… a Mexican fiesta right before your very eyes! I had way too much fun creating this little cups of joy. I presented these to a wide range of taste testers, and they were a 100% hit. No one could get over… read more »
You’re doing all the right things. You’ve said goodbye to processed food, you’re spending a small fortune on “superfoods,” and you’re dedicating your time to creating meals brimming with healthy ingredients. But you’re still struggling with weight or health issues. What gives?! As more people embrace a diet of whole foods and… read more »
Like many plants, it goes by many different names: ceriman, Swiss cheese plant, Monstera, Mexican breadfruit, Monstera deliciosa, or a split-leaf philodendron. I refer to it as a Monstera…though learning that some call it Mexican breadfruit is quite intriguing. I wonder how that name came into being. I have come… 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.
Salted “Caramel” Ganache Truffles ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Who doesn’t just love the sound of a Salted “Caramel” Ganache Truffle? This recipe is the kind of stuff that keeps you up at night. You know what I am talking about… you toss and turn, you try to punch your pillow… read more »
Seriously, these are just about as easy as it gets when it comes to making homemade candy.
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I made this chia pudding for my dear friend, Suzie. She had expressed her love for rhubarb and who was I to deny her?! I arranged for a special delivery directly to her house, and she ended up eating two jars right off the bat.… read more »
Good day everyone, I have some very exciting news to share with you. After working long and hard on this project, we are finally launching a major new part of NouveauRaw! There are over 100 NEW lessons in this section. You will learn everything from what are the best ingredients… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This recipe was inspired when I created a whole wonderful stockpile of Tootsie Chew candies. When I made those candies, I cut them into 2” pieces and wrapped each one individually. I was busy creating Christmas gifts for my loved ones. Anyway, I ended up with a bunch… 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 »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ These crackers are light, airy, crispy and carry a slight hint of butter. My husband raved about them and nothing makes my heart smile like it does when he loves the food I make. Especially when I know it is good for him. To… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ A pillow of cheese. That is exactly what these little gems remind me of. A great “pasta” dish always gets compared to one made by an Italian grandmother… none of my grandmothers were Italian, so my fine Italian dining took place out of a can… read more »
~ raw, gluten-free ~ I have blackberries coming out of my ears! It’s a little itchy, but I am loving it. I have a fruit fetish that is right up there with my shoe fetish. The thing about blackberries is that it is so amazing that something that tastes so… read more »
What I didn’t know when I started this process… was that this creation was really destined to be a wrap! It’s a multidimensional recipe that can be a soup, a dip, a salad dressing, or a wrap! That’s a tall order for any recipe if you ask me. :)
Good morning, afternoon, or evening,… whenever this posting should find you… I just wanted to point out that we have done a little upgrading to NouveauRaw for your recipe viewing pleasure. You can view them as you always have by clicking on the photos or you can view the recipes… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ What’s not to love about caramel apples?! It used to be the main attraction for me when the fair time rolled around. I could easily stroll past the corn dogs, the cotton candy, the elephant ears, BUT never could pass up a caramel apple!… read more »
– raw, vegan, gluten-free – What does Autumn feel like? The visual hallmark of the season is the changing colors of the leaves, but are chilly temperatures the only way to feel Autumn? As the weeks pass and the weather changes, we begin to experience cooler days. Quickly our clothing reflects what we feel as… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, alkaline ~ Carrot noodles are just plain fun to eat as is, or you can toss them with a dressing, combine some with other fresh veggies, or even lightly simmer in a pot of soup if you are not 100% raw. And what kiddo wouldn’t… read more »
Even though most people turn to juicing as a way to give their digestion a break, you need to be aware that certain fruits and veggies (dark leafy greens, wheatgrass, beets, etc) are so powerful that you may experience some stomach distress if you drink too much of them.
Chances are, the unhealthier foods on your list are in the middle aisles, which are filled with tempting processed and packaged foods. The healthy, whole foods are usually located around the perimeter of the store.
Hazelnuts are highly prized for their easy-to-crack shells and small, sweet kernel.
~ raw, dehydrated ~ This year my husband and I received an amazing gift from Mother Nature. Christmas morning we woke up to the most enchanting snowfall ever. It was a true Norman Rockwell scene if I had ever seen one. The sky was white, the land was white, the… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Ready to take a road trip with me? If so, have your bags packed when you make this recipe, because you will soon be transported to sunny Italy! Spices are fundamental to Italian cuisine so using the right combination is crucial. Therefore I used Homemade Dressings… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Ok, this recipe is a must-have, keep it in your arsenal of “people-pleasing recipes!” The delicate flavor of vanilla is so faint, that it almost has a hint of a sugar cookie taste. To be honest I made these cookies 2 weeks ago but ran… read more »