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These homemade protein bars are absolutely packed full of peanutty flavor, protein, and oaty goodness. I designed this recipe as part of what I call my “Long Haul” series that I created for my stepdad, who is a trucker. They are raw (no baking required), gluten-free, vegan, not overly sweet,… read more »
The base for these vegan, gluten-free, LOW-SUGAR peppermint patties is coconut butter. It’s perfect because it’s rich, packed with fiber, and achieves a creamy consistency when softened, giving it that creamy peppermint patty center that many of us grew up on. You won’t believe just how quick and easy these… read more »
Have you ever made vegan, gluten-free, yeast-free, nut-free, soy-free, low-sugar, nutrient-dense, 100% guilt-free, DELICIOUS jelly-filled doughnuts? Sort of the opposite of what we may have grown up with — gluten-ized, yeasty, nutrient-void, high sugared, fried doughnuts, fully loaded with artificially flavored, imitation red gelatinized fruit spread. And did you know… read more »
Be still my cherry-chocolate-loving heart! This raw, vegan, gluten-free Black Forest Cheesecake is so decadent and has the most incredible velvety mouth-feel with each bite. It’s a well-known fact that chocolate and cherries are a great combo, and this dessert is a great vehicle for showcasing this delightful pairing. I… read more »
In this recipe, we will be exploring just how versatile raw granola batters can be. We will be making bars, sticks, and even cereal (should you choose to be adventurous)! These bars are raw, vegan, oil-free, and totally FREE from gluten, dairy, refined sugar, soy, artificial flavors, and BHT (preservative). … read more »
When it comes to substituting sweeteners, just keep in mind the flavor, color, and viscosity that the sugar has that you will be replacing. From there, try to replicate that. If you are needing to replace a liquid sweetener, try to do with another liquid one. With raw food recipes, it is much easier to make these adjustments than it is with baked goods.
– raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free – Today I am going to cover a technique that just might help you fall in love with eggplant. For some of you, there won’t be any arm-twisting, but for others… well, I know that I have my work cut out for me. I used… read more »
Do you ever walk into the grocery store and find yourself mourning the loss of your favorite fresh organic fruits and veggies? Seasons come and go, and so do the edible treasures that they produce. Hungry for strawberries but the only fresh ones in the store are either conventionally grown and the organic ones have mold in the container? In that case, I head for the freezer aisle. More and more these days, you can find organic fruits and veggies in the freezer section of the store.
Today, I’m sharing my latest daily bread recipe with you. It’s a hearty multigrain sandwich bread, filled and topped with a lovely, crunchy, toasted seed crust. I didn’t go crazy on the amount of seeds that I used; I already had some soaked and dehydrated pumpkin and sunflower seeds, and… read more »
This slightly sweet coconut crunch cereal is made from four simple, everyday ingredients and the gentle hum of a dehydrator. It is raw, vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, and nut-free. It is a great source of digestion-friendly and satiating fiber, healthy fats, and a load of other nutrients that you can feel… read more »
When you blend fruits and vegetables, the cells of the plants break down, and digestibility is improved. BUT even with that, be sure to chew your smoothies. The chewing process starts the release of the saliva in your mouth. The mixture of saliva and your food is where digestion begins.… read more »
Mulberry Crunch Candy Bars If you’re like most people, you probably started off the year with a whole list of resolutions. More sleep! Less caffeine! More exercise! Less television! More vegetables! Less sugar! As commendable as that is… one cannot live on celery, broccoli, and treadmill-pounding alone. Can they? Besides,… read more »
Just like the center of Fig Newton cookies, these sweet rolls are full of deliciously crunchy seeds. They are hearty while also being sweet (but not overwhelmingly so), making them perfect for breakfast, snacking, or any occasion where delicious and nutritious food is called for. Eating healthy doesn’t mean we… read more »
This is a very simple and easy recipe to make. I know that there are oodles of guacamole recipes out there, but it never hurts to have many in your arsenal so you can complement different foods and taste buds.
So, I heard through the grapevine that you want to start making your own fresh juices, but buying a juicer isn’t part of your current budget plan. Not a problem, I have a solution. A good blender makes an excellent alternative to juicers until you can afford one. Blender juicing… read more »
You may be new to the idea of Molasses Milk or perhaps you may have grown up on it… either way, my hope is that you enjoy this rich, caramelly, drink (with a hint of rum!) as much as I do. My taste buds even detected a hint of black… read more »
Well bread… I am having fun with a play on words these days. I grew up as an only child so it doesn’t take much to entertain myself. And for those of you who giggled at the recipe name… that means you are in the same boat as me! This… read more »
Black Truffle Sea Salt… my new spice love affair. Combine that with my deep-rooted enjoyment of kale chips and POW… my hidden superpower of “willpower” is completely defeated. haha My kryptonite! Do NOT underestimate the luxurious culinary delight of truffles.
Have you ever made bread in a Dutch oven? By using a covered Dutch oven with this wet dough, the all-important steam is trapped inside, surrounding the loaf. This keeps the crust soft and cool longer, allowing the loaf to grow before the crust sets. This method isn’t required to… read more »
Chewy vegan, gluten-free, peanut buttery cookies with a thick cream center. Ah, heaven. The creamy filling gives traditional peanut butter cookies a new twist. Frankly, this recipe is just a simple marriage of two recipes that already exist on the site: Peanut Butter Cookies (raw and baked options) and White… read more »
These homemade vegan, gluten-free, yeast-free soft pretzels are simply amazing. There’s something so satisfying about that distinctive chewy exterior paired with the warm, soft interior of a pretzel that makes them irresistible. Such a fun snack to be made by all – bake up huge pretzels, regular-size, pretzel bites, or… read more »
So the title and photos may seem a bit of a head-scratcher. Let me clear one thing up in case you are confused, chocolate salami doesn’t contain any meat! The salami name derives from the physical appearance which is cylindrical and can be sliced for serving.
Bread-like items, including bagels, are typically written off as being full of “bad” carbs and empty calories, and are “stripped” of nutrients. Well, the BUCK STOPS HERE! I don’t believe in making food that fits any of the above descriptors. My site is unconventional when it comes to the construction… read more »
Peppermint Patty Hot Chocolate is a sure way to brighten the holidays. What’s not to love about a hot chocolate during the winter season? It’s creamy, chocolatey, pepperminty, and oh so warm! It’s vegan, preservative-free, easy to make, and is excellent as a gift or just to have on hand… read more »
The moment these muffins started baking in the oven, I immediately wanted to jump back into my jammies, glide my tippytoes into my favorite fuzzy slippers, and shake my brushed hair back into a frightful state. The aroma was quite heavenly. A smile spread across my lips as waltzed around… read more »