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Warm, grain-based porridges are so satisfying, comforting, and easy to make. But one thing I have come to learn over the years is that everyone enjoys a different texture when it comes to porridges (buckwheat, oats, etc). Creamy, chewy, a mix of creamy-chewy, thick and chewy, thick yet creamy….So by… read more »
Avocado Avocado facts: Avocado is a fatty fruit with a creamy consistency. Avocados contain high quality essential fatty acids and proteins that are easily digested. Because of their low sugar content and absence of starch, avocados are excellent for diabetics or sugar-sensitive disorders. This fruit contains vitamins A, B1, B2,… read more »
Did you know that there are over 500 different types of pecans? But out of all of those, the majority of pecan production comes from just a handful of varieties.
– raw, vegan, gluten-free – Frozen bananas whipped into ice cream has been a rage for some time now. It’s nothing new, but it will always be a magical experience. To see bananas transform into such a smooth and creamy “ice cream” is nothing short of amazing. If this is… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ The secret ingredient in this brownie recipe is the chai spices, which give the brownies such a unique taste! You cut open a tea bag and pour it in! Your choice of green, black, or herbal chai tea. This recipe is a cross between a… read more »
Did the name or the blue color of this cheesecake draw your attention? Or did some foreign force take control of your finger and without thought you found yourself clicking on the title of the recipe? There may be a deeper reason as to why. The color blue represents both… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free ~ The all-American comfort food of peanut butter and jelly. But instead of it being in the form of a sandwich, I turned it into a frozen summertime treat. The first time I made these sweet little Dixie Pops, I forgot to add the popsicle sticks.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Now, now, stop wrinkling your nose. Yes you, I see you. There is always something new to make for dessert. For starters, the creamy smoothness of this ice cream will far surpass many of the standard commercial ice creams that you will find at your… read more »
The evaluation of mashed potatoes in the kitchen of Amie Sue: there I stood, bent over, my elbows resting on the countertop, my chin weighing heavy in the palms of my hands, daydreaming as I peered out the Studio Kitchen window. I smiled as the morning sun filtered through the… read more »
Do you have a sweater (or two) hiding deep in your closet that has seen better days? Does it have a snag, a stain, too big or too small? Perhaps it holds some memory, whether it was something spectacular, momentous, wonderful, or unusual that happened while you were wearing it?… read more »
Fluffy Peanut Butter Dip This dip is meant to be a once in a while treat. Please don’t mistake it for something that ought to be enjoyed by the spoonful on a rainy afternoon. What? No, I didn’t sit around eating a jar of this yummy-in-my-tummy peanut butter dip… while it… read more »
Cupcakes are just personal, single serving cakes waiting to be loved, appreciated and devoured.
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Before I got into the raw food lifestyle, I wasn’t much of a cook. I grew up eating foods that required the addition of water and heat. Man could I open a box. Spices? … salt and pepper were about all that I was comfortable… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ There is nothing wrong with elevating the look of popsicles… bringing them up to an adult level. Nothing can take away the child-like feeling one gets when enjoying them. These popsicles are creamy, cold, bursting with sweet summer strawberries and fresh ripened rhubarb. A Summertime healthy indulgence… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Oh boy, strawberry and rhubarb season is upon us! One of my very favorite combos. And goodness, when paired with the creamy vanilla bean filling… well shoot, I just might need to invest in some pants with an elastic band. Pie, plus more! This recipe makes… read more »
This is the second “egg” salad recipe that I am sharing with you. I love having a variety of recipes because it gives me the freedom to make dishes simply based on what ingredients I happen to have on hand. This recipe uses agar “eggs” but if you want you… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ If you love blueberries and if you love ice cream, you just might like this Blueberry Lemon Ice Cream. The great thing, well one of the many great things about this recipe is that you don’t need to feel guilty for indulging in it.… read more »
Did you know that the Brazil nut is a seed? They come packaged in a pod that is prickly, and each one weighs around two to four pounds. When the pod is split open, 12 to 24 Brazil nuts are packed together. Each nut is, in turn, encased within… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten, nut-free, Paleo ~ Did you know that Vitamin A is also an antioxidant that’s associated with healthy eyes? A diet rich in Vitamin A can help prevent nighttime blindness, eye inflammation, and dry eyes. Just one cup of dried apricot halves contains 94% of the recommended amount of… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ As you scroll down to the recipe list you will find that there really isn’t one. (gasp) Crazy huh? This is one of those recipes where I didn’t measure a darn toot’n thing. There can be a slight downside to this approach…. you could possibility create a… read more »
Last week I was gifted some gorgeous peppers that were grown organically just down the road from us. I wasn’t sure if they were hot or not, so they sort of scared me. I like things spicy but HOT… well the only bead of sweat that I want dripping down my… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Tacos are classic Mexican street food. And I am not going to be shy in stating that I wish the streets of Mexico ran through my house… that is how much I love Mexican food. I always thought that Mexican food made my mouth… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I am temporarily boycotting ice cream scoops! To add a little flair to your favorite ice cream, try using silicone molds. I recommend silicone because it is very easy to pop out the ice cream shapes. Plus this is a great time saver. Have… read more »
Dried fruit allows us to enjoy seasonal fruits all year round. It’s completely guilt-free and can make a great gift for the health conscious friends or family in your life that love fruit. Best of all, you have control over the fruits that you use. If possible you can select… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Butter Pecan Ice Cream is one spoonful after spoonful of buttery pecans folded into a sweet, creamy base to create a delight like no other. An ice-cream loving friend set me up with a challenge, giving me the perfect excuse to make this batch of butter pecan ice… read more »