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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Cake Decorating Party Sprinkles were created to put a smile on your face. They are vibrant in color and add a little sparkle to just about anything. Sprinkles do need a sticky surface that they can stick to. The first thing that comes to mind… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Pretty in Pink Frosting is ideal for frosting cakes and cupcakes. Once it is chilled, it firms up nicely and remains firm at room temperatures. Obviously, not a room that has an ambient temp of 85 degrees (F)… there are always exceptions. :) To help… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ If you are a fan of my Raw Red Velvet Cake, then you will also be a fan of these donuts. I took the same batter and transformed it into sweet little donuts that are guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face. I love to… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ There are moments in life that you will never forget. I was working at a local drugstore when I heard the entry door chime. I looked up to see a tall, thin, man wearing bibbed overalls. Not a common site where I lived. His skin… read more »
On every post you read about sweeteners please keep this thought in mind… Just because the dessert recipes on my site (or any other raw site) are raw, created on the foundation of whole foods, and are healthier than the typical SAD (Standard American Diet) desserts… they are still desserts and should be consumed… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Today’s simple recipe is made especially for my thyroid, which is under-active. Therefore I have what is called hypothyroidism right along with more than 12 percent of the U.S. population! An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease, and 60 percent… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This “recipe” that I am sharing today is about as simple as they come. On Facebook, I asked everyone for some ideas on what to make with some fresh strawberries that I had picked earlier that day. It was suggested that I make strawberry… read more »
On every post you read about sweeteners please keep this thought in mind… Just because the dessert recipes on my site (or any other raw site) are raw, created on the foundation of whole foods, and are healthier than the typical SAD (Standard American Diet) desserts… they are still desserts and should be consumed… read more »
On every post you read about sweeteners please keep this thought in mind… Just because the dessert recipes on my site (or any other raw site) are raw, created on the foundation of whole foods, and are healthier than the typical SAD (Standard American Diet) desserts… they are still desserts… read more »
On every post you read about sweeteners, please keep this thought in mind… Just because the dessert recipes on my site (or any other raw site) are raw, created on the foundation of whole foods, and are healthier than the typical SAD (Standard American Diet) desserts… they are still desserts. They should be consumed… read more »
In every post you read about sweeteners, please keep this thought in mind… Just because the dessert recipes on my site (or any other raw site) are raw, created on the foundation of whole foods, and are healthier than the typical SAD (Standard American Diet) desserts… they are still desserts. They should be consumed… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This recipe was created for a sweet gal named Rhonda (real names used despite the need for privacy). Haha, Last week I shared a recipe for my Raw Red Bell Pepper Wraps. The main ingredients used were red bell peppers and tomatoes. Rhonda asked… read more »
I need to start every post that I do on sweeteners with the following thought… Just because the dessert recipes on my site (or any other raw site) are raw, created on the foundation of whole foods, and are healthier than the typical SAD (Standard American Diet) desserts… they are still desserts and should be consumed sensibly.… read more »
Hemp oil can look and taste different depending on which way it is processed. Cold pressed and unfiltered hemp oil is a dark green liquid. It has a nut like flavor, somewhat grassy. Unrefined hemp oil does not have a very long shelf life. The oil quickly goes rancid, unless it… read more »
I am going to touch on this form of “dehydrating” briefly. I can’t say that this would be my first choice amongst all the different methods, but the knowledge is great to have just in case. You never know when you might be stranded on an island with one Ace Hardware store… read more »
Sunflower Seeds, Soaking and Drying There are days when I feel like pulling my hair out. Then there are days when my hair just falls out… at alarming rates. This is a straight-away concern, no woman or man wants to lose their locks! Hair loss may be due to… read more »
Did you know that pistachios are not a nut? The fruit is a drupe, containing an elongated seed, which is the edible portion. More to come on that below… Are they Raw? This is a great question and one that I have a difficult time nailing down. It is my… read more »
On every post you read about sweeteners, please keep this thought in mind… Just because the dessert recipes on my site (or any other raw site) are raw, created on the foundation of whole foods, and are healthier than the typical SAD (Standard American Diet) desserts… they are still desserts and should be consumed sensibly.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ How do you wake up in the morning? Do you roll out of bed so slow that you flop onto the floor, jolting yourself awake? Do you hit snooze three times? Do you bounce out of bed ready to take on the day? I have… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Do you remember Kraft Singles American Cheese? It is sold as individually wrapped “slices” that are not really sliced off a block, but instead, formed separately during manufacturing. It is a processed cheese product made with: milk, whey, milk protein concentrate, milkfat, sodium citrate, contains less than 2% of calcium… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I really enjoy making raw wraps but it has taken many many trials and errors over the years to figure out just what makes them “tick.” First off, we know that they need to taste good. It doesn’t matter if that wrap rolls perfectly… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Mojito is a traditional Cuban highball. Traditionally, it is a cocktail that consists of five ingredients: white rum, sugar, lime juice, sparkling water, and mint. And it is where my inspiration came from… this coming from a woman who hasn’t ever had a drink in her life.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Nothing beats fresh, homemade coconut milk. There are many ways to make it, so please be sure to check out my other postings just in case you don’t have any shredded coconut on hand. Homemade is far more abundant in vitamins, food enzymes, and nutrients… read more »
~ raw, dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Ice milk is light, flavorful, and not as cloying as its richer ice cream cousins… we love our “cousins”… but it takes all kinds to form one big happy family. So today, I am sharing with you my version of ice milk. The texture… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Guacamole belongs in its own expansive culinary category. The beauty of guacamole is that the mild richness of avocado plays extremely well with a broad range of flavors. Whether superbly smooth or rustically chunky. It can go from a simple dip, to unusual… read more »