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Gluten-free, nut-free, grain-free, oil-free, fat-free, soy-free, sugar-free tortillas! Use these Sorghum and Cassava Tortillas as a bread substitute. Load them with veggies, guacamole, hummus, vegan cheese, or whatever your favorite spread may be. They will stand up to anything you throw at them, with no worries about them falling apart… read more »
Grand Slam Mashed Potato Waffles! If you love potatoes, you are going to love these waffles. I kept this recipe very simple; potatoes, vegetable broth, and salt. Since I didn’t veer too far away from the potato, this recipe is naturally vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, fat-free, grain-free, and nut-free. Do you… read more »
Lately, I have been enjoying cooking without the use of oil. Honesty, it’s been much easier than I had imagined. For over ten years, I have dedicated countless hours to learning how to substitute particular ingredients in and out of recipes. A lot of them were created out of our… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, no added sugar ~ “Do you like to throw parties but find that you are fretting far too much to enjoy the party yourself? “ There’s more to being a gracious host than just providing abundant food, topping off drinks, and entertaining at the same time.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, AIP ~ The inspiration for creating recipes can literally stem from anything. In this case, it was born out of necessity. I was longing for a sweet porridge-like dish… but it had to be nut-free, seed-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, nightshade-free, and grain-free. Did I get… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Well, shiver-me-timbers… this really isn’t a cream pie, it’s a dream pie! Today, I want to showcase sunflower lecithin (soy-free). I use it often, especially in desserts and I often get asked if it can be substituted or omitted. I don’t recommend either. It plays a vital… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, grain-free ~ I bet you are sitting there scratching your head, wondering just what the heck raisins tiger nuts are, aren’t ya? Some of you may have heard of or have even tried them already… if so, I would love to hear from you. I… read more »
Sweet and Spicy Mustard Cheese Do you ever have one of those days where everything is a little fechatted? I sort of had one of those days in the kitchen, but in the end, it was to my benefit. My mind was clear on the cheese recipe that I wanted… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Homemade granola can be a healthy, comforting, and delicious treat. Keywords “can be”… Most of the store-bought granola is high in refined sugars, contain unhealthy fats, and is packed full of fillers and unnecessary ingredients. Take control… Creating your own at home is super easy, quick, and… read more »
Today, I created a soft, pliable, flexible, and delicious brown rice tortilla wrap. Well, not just one tortilla but MANY. Not every recipe is a home run on the first try. Some take several renditions to get it right, and this recipe was one of them. I have many demands… read more »
After falling in love with how easy it is to make hummus at home, I decided to play around with some of my favorite hummus flavors. Smoky and sweet sums it up for this silky-smooth hummus that can be enjoyed as a sandwich spread or a cracker and veggie dip.… read more »
These mushroom burgers had me swooning and singing “I’m in Heaven” with each bite I took. No exaggeration, my friends. I would not be fibbing with you. The balance between flavor and texture was exactly what I needed and was looking for. I had some oat tortillas in the fridge,… read more »
One comment I often get about switching over to a whole food diet (raw or not), is that’s too time-consuming. And of course, everyone wants things simplified, which I totally get, living in this day and age that we do. Did you know that just by being organized in the kitchen, that you can reduce the amount of time being spent in there and become more efficient? The kitchen is an area of your home that gets used more often than most. So it stands to reason that if your kitchen were more organized and simple to use, your life would feel easier.
I started my journey towards raw, plant-based foods back in 2007. I let go of my SAD (Standard American Diet) ways and started off by becoming a vegetarian (ate fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds, and eggs). After about a year of that, I went vegan (avoided all animal protein) for another year.… read more »
In the world of doughnuts, they say that you are either a cake doughnut person or a yeast one. How about a bread-like doughnut? I am not here to say that I invented a new form of doughnut; perhaps unconventional is more like it. While preparing the dough to make… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Do you ever miss sneaking in a bowl of your childhood favorite, sugared, cereal?! I know I do from time to time. As I walk down the cereal aisle at the grocery, I often stop at various cereals that take me back in time.… read more »
Crunchy Peanut Butter and Buckwheat Cereal Squares ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ We have all heard time and time again that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I am not going to get into the typical reasons why. Today, I was thinking about family quality time. Whether… read more »
Raw, vegan, gluten-free desserts… they are darn near unbeatable! They are rich, decadent, and satisfying … (isn’t that the definition of dessert?!) Lucky, through the power of whole foods, we can also tack on the description of nutritious! If you are new to raw the concept may sound limiting, boring, and/or overwhelming. It is none of thee above and I am here to help dispel that notion.
I am afraid that I am going to miss the fall season this year. With the way that time is flying by ever so quickly… well, I am ready to skip the whole blinking bodily function so as to assure myself that I will be able to take in the… read more »
Crispy, crunchy, flavorful, cheesy chips! Vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, and nut-free! They are not 100% raw due to the agar, but if you don’t have an issue with that, you will be pleasantly delighted by this recipe. I coined this technique years ago while experimenting in the kitchen. I will never stop playing with my food because there many more discoveries to be had!
Flexible, sturdy, springy wraps made with nothing more than rolled oats, chickpea flour, and psyllium husks (plus water and spices). Naturally vegan and gluten-free, they are fast (make-in-the-blender fast!), easy, versatile, delicious, and nutritious (high in fiber and protein)! Because when I make wraps, that’s just how I roll (pun… read more »
Today’s recipe is gluten-free, vegan, nut-free, yeast-free, and oil-free. The main ingredient is steamed sweet potatoes accompanied by a small amount of rolled oats and just a couple of other ingredients (6 altogether, including the spices)! This crust is crispy on the outside, crunchy along the edges, and soft in… read more »
this cake is raw, vegan, grain-free, gluten-free, SUGAR-FREE, cake that is moist, tender, angelic white in color, and ever so delicate in taste.
These bell peppers are stuffed with black beans, corn, peas, and rice with a gentle kick from chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. If you are seeking some good ol’ comfort food, you will love these hearty, filling, and oh-so flavorful stuffed peppers. They are vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free, soy-free…what else… read more »