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Ok, so these are not black, and they don’t contain licorice, BUT they TASTE just like black licorice! And trust me, you are looking at a black licorice expert. It is by far my all-time favorite candy, black licorice, and I have a long-time love affair.
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Flax crackers are a staple in our household. The warm, earthy and subtly nutty flavor of flax seeds combined with an abundance of omega-3 fatty acids makes them a great healthy snack. Research indicates that for those who do not eat fish or wish… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I made these brownies three months ago and just now found them stashed in the bottom drawer of the freezer! How in tarnation did that happen?! Have you ever lost Chocolate? I mean really, who loses chocolate?! I had my husband taste test one for me. … read more »
There are abundant nutritional therapies that can help you get to new levels of health. Culturing (fermenting) foods is just one of the many ways that I’ve found to have phenomenal benefits within my own journey. When culturing foods, a symbiotic relationship between bacteria and yeasts is established. But I… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Here is an amazing coconut and almond treat blended with rich, dark chocolate. This candy leather can be easily recognized by the strong smell of sweetness and coconut that escapes from the package as soon as you open it. The best part of all is that it tastes… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Homemade chocolate empanada dough filled with creamy butter centers. Ah. They are slightly sweet, rich in flavor, firm on the outside but creamy on the inside. Think of them as a little hand-held pastry pie. Empanadas and I don’t have a life long relationship. I… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, grain-free ~ I would like to share a story that starts back in 1904. Might as well grab a cold drink and snack for this one. Oh, OK, don’t worry… I am going to skip over everything that took place between 1905 – 2013. I will… read more »
raw / vegan / gluten-free It’s time to take your taste buds on a trip to the savory stratosphere with these amazing Italian flavors. To give them that earthy pizza flavor, I used a blend of Italian seasoning, oregano, garlic and chili powder, red pepper flakes, and sun-dried tomatoes. This… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Chocolate Chip Mint Ice Cream was one of my all-time favorite ice creams growing up. Along with vanilla, chocolate, Chunky Monkey, orange sherbet, strawberry, coffee… ok, so I had many favorites. hehe Anytime my Bob hears the ice cream machine running, he always pokes his… read more »
Savor the perfect combination of delectably luscious raspberry alongside intense dark chocolate… all in one bite.
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This recipe was created for a sweet gal named Rhonda (real names used despite the need for privacy). Haha, Last week I shared a recipe for my Raw Red Bell Pepper Wraps. The main ingredients used were red bell peppers and tomatoes. Rhonda asked… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free)~ You know… I would love to see a macadamia nut tree. They are large, spreading evergreen trees reaching 30 to 40 ft. high and almost as wide. That would have been a tree-climbing dream of mine growing up! The leaves are 8 to 11 inches in… read more »
This cultured, vegan, raw, gluten-free recipe yields a soft cheese that is perfect as a spread or dip. The basic texture is similar to cream cheese, and as you can see in the photo to the right, when molded, it will hold its shape. This recipe is dairy-free. The base… 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 »
Ready for some big-time fun? Get the family together to build and decorate these raw sugar cookie tiny houses! It’s the biggest house trend around… or it ought to be?
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Shredded Wheat Cereal used to be one of my many favorite cereals. But then I can say that just about any cereal that has ever been created. When I used to eat commercially made cereal, I enjoyed everything from those made from all bran (my… read more »
Smokin’ Tomato Chips ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This creation started out as a challenge. A wonderful gal from Canada contacted me and asked if I could recreate a tomato chip like the one they are selling back in her local town. We shared, through email, some great conversations back… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I believe in having fun in the kitchen. Because when you do, love and joy will be infused into your recipes. That may seem like a bit of a stretch for some to believe, but test it out, I have found it to be… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ These Banana Mango cones are just a delight to serve to guests, especially young ones. This particular cone shouldn’t be used to serve moist foods in because the moisture will weaken the cone (rehydrate it basically). For serving suggestions, fill the wrap with; dried… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I created this recipe in 2010, posted the recipe, and sort of lost track of it. As a recipe developer, that happens often because I am always off on the new and exciting recipes that are dancing in my head. Bob likes to tease me… read more »
One bite of these cookies and you will understand what it feels like to taste a hug. Each bite is packed with the amazing, rich flavors of molasses, ginger, cloves, and cinnamon. A symphony of flavors that will have our taste buds singing in unison! They leave a lasting impression.
Cheese is wonderful comfort food, but for many of us, it contributes to digestive upset, inflammation, skin problems, and all-around phlegmy-ness. Because I don’t find these “attributes” something that I want to live with, I decided many years ago to create my own raw, vegan, cultured, nutrition-packed nut cheeses. To… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I know, I know, I can see all the wrinkled noses already. Dehydrated broccoli?!! Go ahead and make a funny face, but as my great-grandmother used to warn me, “Your face may stay that way!” haha Now, on a serious note, these nibblers are so… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Irresponsibly delicious! If we are being really honest, crackers are not the most exciting food in the world. I mean seriously, when was the last time that you actually craved a cracker? Do you ever find yourself craving crackers the way you’d lust after a… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, Paleo ~ Did you know that in Latin, apricot means “precious,” a label earned because it ripens earlier than other summer fruits. Now that I know that, I will look at apricots differently… precious… I like that. Apricots are akin to peaches. The apricot is just… read more »