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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ We all love to have tricks up our sleeves when it comes to serving wholesome, delicious meals to our friends and family, right? And with our hectic lifestyles, we want to spend the least amount of time preparing our food so we can spend… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ If you want to take a quick trip to Italy but are low on funds… these Italian Pizza Pockets will take you there instantly, and you won’t suffer from jet lag! There is something very therapeutic and rewarding when making your food from fresh, living… read more »
I have owned an ISI dispenser for almost 10 YEARS (brand-new, in the box) but can you believe that it’s only been within the past few years that I have even begun to tinker with it? How can that be? How could I neglect a kitchen gadget?!! I need to… read more »
Cheesecakes don’t get much better than this. Brownies + cheesecake… all in one bite?! Trust me, you are going to want to try this recipe.
Are you a soup lover? I wasn’t for a long time. It wasn’t that I didn’t like soup–it just never seemed satiating enough, thus not making it worth my time. Silly me. That was way back in the day when I ate out of boxes and cans. Campbell’s Chicken and… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Some of you may not know this, but I have a younger sister who is the gem of my life and has been since the day she was born. Growing up, specially in her toddler years, she had what we called “a million dollar smile.”… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Do you ever crave egg salad? I sure do. It’s fresh-tasting, hearty, satisfying, and surprisingly versatile. You can eat it with a spoon, smoosh it between two pieces of bread, plop a dollop on a bed of greens or roll it into a burrito.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Breakfast… Because sometimes you just need a reason to get up in the morning. Orange Hazel Nut Fig Muesli just might do that for you. Here’s the thing, I live a very blessed life… I am surrounded by people whom I just love and adore…… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I’m drawn to the rustic sensibilities of an old fashion oatmeal cookie. I think what I love about them the most is that they are approachable, delivering on flavor with a sense they’ve been around forever and don’t plan on going anywhere soon. But then I got… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This chocolate will remain hard at room temperature. But if exposed to anything above 70 degrees (F) it might start to melt so be mindful. Don’t tuck them in your pocket or place them on Great Grandma’s handmade lace doily… just in case. I… read more »
Does the mere mention of pomegranate and chocolate leave you breathless with anticipation?
What’s not to love about a hearty bowl of soup? Soups are easy to make, easy to digest–and if done correctly, packed with nutritional value. They satiate the hungriest of appetites, and I will go so far as to say that they can restore the soul! Plus, another perk to… read more »
After an hour in the oven, it slices like buttah, as a gorgeous plume of steam bursts forth as the wedges fall away. A few passes with a spoon to remove the seeds, a quick blend in the food processor, and you’ve got a unique, healthy side dish of mashed kabocha… read more »
These Cinnamon Skillet Apples taste like a warm apple pie right out of the oven. This recipe is 100% guilt-free, oil-free, vegan, no added sugar, and is a perfect addition to your morning porridge, a mid-afternoon snack, or dessert after dinner. If you find yourself with an abundance of delicious… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ When we get together with friends or family we tend to think of sharing lunch or dinners with them… not many people think of breakfast. When I sit and gaze at the photos that I took of this breakfast pizza, it immediately makes me think… 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 »
If you’re one of those eat-peanut-butter-straight-out-of-the-jar types of people (like my husband), get your spoon out and ready yourself for this recipe. For those of you who wish to reap the health-benefit-rewards of eating walnuts raw, this raw butter will create a flavor that tastes just like a… shelled walnut. For those who choose… read more »
Good day, my virtual friend. For today’s recipe, I am using my Instant Pot, which is my go-to method, but I will also be providing the stove-top method as well. The cook time suggestions are for beans that have been soaked–I will explain more about that below. The length of… read more »
When baking, steaming, and boiling potatoes, we have several options to maximize the nutrients found within the form-fitting jacket of a potato. I love them cooked in every way possible, but each technique has its purpose. Today, I will be talking about when, how, and why I might boil potatoes.… read more »
Today’s recipe is a play off of my Cherry Rhubarb Banana Ice Cream Push Pops | Sugar-Free. In fact, the formula is the same; the only difference is presentation. I decided to create a new posting since some of you might be here looking for a fancy dessert that you… read more »
Coconut Milk / Cream – using shredded coconut ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, Paleo ~ Coconut milk is a wonderful alternative to dairy and nut milk. I am starting to notice that more and more people seem to be facing nut allergies. It is my humble theory that we tend to go… read more »
For the past few days, I have been craving an egg salad sandwich. Since I don’t eat eggs, I examined my craving and decided that I was just hungry for a sandwich. Since I had some freshly cooked chickpeas in the fridge, I decided to make a chickpea version. It… read more »
We should always practice being good stewards of our money, and one way to do that is to avoid food waste. There are many ways to go about saving money, but today I will share with you how to make vegetable broth from veggie scraps that you might have otherwise… read more »
Did you know that big, delicious potato wedges can be moist on the inside and crispy on the outside–without oil? You heard me..without oil! Interestingly enough, my grandfather taught me a cooking trick when I was up in Alaska, caring for my grandmother as she was preparing to be Heaven-bound. I… read more »
When it comes to maintaining as many nutrients as possible, it’s important to look at our cooking methods. Potatoes are generally prepared by the following four methods: bake, boil, steam, and fry. Today, I am going to talk about how to properly steam them. I love love love potatoes, not… read more »