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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ For those of you have been following me throughout the years, you have come to learn that I love learning how foods grow and how they are harvested. There really isn’t a better way to be connected to the foods that we love and… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ There isn’t one ingredient in this recipe that isn’t refreshing and perfect for a warm day. This salsa is pure summer freshness in a bowl. Well, I suppose the jalapeño could really warm things up if mishandled but let’s stay on the positive side… read more »
In several of my raw recipes, you will see coconut flour being used. Even as you travel the web of raw recipes, you will see other chefs using it as well. But before you run to the cabinet and measure out the flour, stop and make sure that you know… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I know the title sounds a bit gross… change it up as you see fit.. but this is for you Halloween food presenters who like to create a goolish table setting. I don’t mean to offend anyone by the title. Remember, this is just… read more »
Cracked Pepper, Sour Cream and Onion Kale Chips ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Cracked Pepper, Sour Cream, and Onion Kale Chips havec some amazing flavors that really fool your taste buds. You first get this incredible hint of sour cream, then you get a hit of onion, but then just… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ What in tarnation is bloomed rice? Well, I am glad that you asked. It’s a simple preparation technique in which the rice kernels open up like a beautiful flower, making it more palatable. There are several ways to go about it. The first way is to… read more »
March 1st is literally around the corner and the site will be open to the public and you no longer will be logging in to enjoy your recipes. In the meantime, we are busy working in the background. One thing that is in question (on our end) is the FAVORITES… read more »
I would love to name this recipe “Mama’s Potato Salad,” but that just isn’t the case. Mom is well known for her potato salad; in fact, it’s a strong bartering chip between her and my Uncle Lonnie. He’s more than happy to plow her driveway, cut the grass, or help… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Grab the ukulele, strap on that grass skirt, and get ready for a taste of the islands. Or better yet, grab a spoon and dig into this totally tropical ice cream. Yep, just sit back, and treat each bite as though it were a mini-glacier. Let… read more »
Good morning! As many of you may know, last year through the amazing support and love of those who follow Nouveau Raw… we won the “Favorite Online Blog” award. Every year around this time, those that are involved in the raw lifestyle get nominated in various categories. One… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This Almond Hooter Cookie was inspired by and for my sweet little sister who is going crazy over owls these days. I love her to death and can’t wait to surprise her with these fun little gems. She lives thousands of miles away but in… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Last week when Bob and I got home from running some errands, there was a beautiful gold gift bag sitting on our table in the front courtyard. Nothing puts a smile on my face like an unexpected gift. :) When I peeked inside, there were… read more »
raw / vegan / gluten-free / nut-free Sesame seeds are tiny, flat oval seeds with a delicate nutty flavor. Their flavor indeed becomes more pronounced once they are gently roasted over low heat for just a few minutes. Oh dear, here I am on a raw recipe site talking about… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ There is a good reason that the colors in this photo are so vibrant and no, it isn’t due to photoshop… it’s due to the abundant amount of anthocyanins found in blueberries. Anthocyanins are plant pigments that are responsible for not only for the beautiful color… read more »
The grueling question that I often hear: “Is it worth the time to cook dried beans or legumes?” If you have frequented my site long enough, you already know my answer. For those of you who don’t know me… the answer is YES! I believe in cooking from scratch because… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ If you browse through my frozen treat category, you will notice that I enjoy making popsicles. They are fun, easy, and perfect for portion control. Kids love them… ok so I don’t have kids, but Bob loves them, and he has the heart of a… read more »
For my friends in the United Kingdom and Ireland, I hereby name this frozen treat an ice lolly. It’s just another name for popsicle basically but with a twist of sophistication. And visually… these ice lollies appear bit more grown up to me. If you are ready to shower your insides when a delicious and nutritious summer treat, then click on the recipe link and give this recipe a try. Blessings, amie sue
This cheesecake is my farewell gift for the Summer of 2019. Although I am dumb-smacked about how quickly time passes these days, I am looking forward to the Fall and Winter months. I love the slower pace feeling that gently moves through the air, I love the chilly weather, and… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, grain-free ~ Ginger Peach Ice Cream with Honey Ginger Chocolate Fudge Nuggets… well if that isn’t a mouthful (no pun intended). When all was said and done, I still couldn’t decide what to call it. I wanted the name to reach out and grab you, to… read more »
Have you ever wondered where cashews came from? Have you just assumed throughout life that they grow on trees in a shell much like an almond or walnut? I did. I now find it so odd how “we” are NOT totally engrossed in knowing where our food comes from… other than the grocery store.
Good morning, afternoon, or evening (whenever this message is reaching you). I wanted to give you a little site and life update. Currently, I am silently sitting beside my dad as he drifts in and out of sleep due recovering from his quadruple bypass surgery. Everything happened so quickly once I received… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ After making the Macadamia Nut Cream Base, I pulled it out of the fridge and sat the jar down on the table. I pulled up a chair and got eye-to-eye with the jar. I was staring it down, contemplating on just what masterpiece that I wanted to… read more »
Do you have a nickname for yourself? Or perhaps, someone else “gifted” you with one? I have three… But jicama! Dang, it has 11 names. Come learn more about this wonderful vegetable.
Just like most fruits, there are dozens of varieties of guavas being grown in the world today. They can be round, oval, or pear-shaped, and the skin color may range from green to yellow.
I believe that fudgesicles can be a healthy part of our diet, but in order for that to be true, we must concentrate on the ingredients that we choose. This recipe is raw, vegan, and cultured. Supercharged with probiotics! For the base, I used my Cultured Almond Milk, which is… read more »