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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ With the silk-like texture of the blueberry cheesecake filling, the thick richness of chocolate ganache… this dessert is quite a culinary experience. When blueberries are in season… this cheesecake is a must add to the rotation of your desserts. Blueberries start off as a green… read more »
~ raw, gluten-free, nut-free ~ No dehydrator required I repeat, no dehydrator required! I hope you could hear me singing that from my rooftop. Haha, Though I LOVE my dehydrator, and it is a fantastic tool to have in the kitchen, but I do appreciate a quick and easy treat that… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I created this recipe for my dad who is a trucker. Those of you who have read through some of my recipes might have seen the ” Long Haul” series that I am creating in honor of him. My dad spends countless days, weeks, and… 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 »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Looking to create an unforgettable cream pie?… Pull out the stops on this ultra-rich dessert, with the classic combo of chocolate and peanut butter. Rich, creamy, silky, smooth…. just one bite leaves you sinking back in your chair, with the faint sounds of, “mmmmmmm…. on your lips.… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ In order to create a successful persimmon pudding, you must make doubly sure that the persimmons are ripe. An unripe persimmon is very astringent and nowhere near as pleasurable as the sweetness of a slightly overripe one. When they’re ripe they’ll be very soft,… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This recipe makes a very large batch. I created this recipe for gift giving but feel free to down-size the measurements if you don’t want to make this much. It does freeze well if you like to “batch-cook.” You can make this recipe with everything… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ These precious little pies were perfect for our holiday party at work. Everyone just loved, and I even had a friend come up to me and told me that he grew up eating mince pie and it tastes just like the cooked version. A mince… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Every good bar deserves a good home, and that good home is in my belly. Well, I actually made these for my papa’s belly while he was here visiting. He had a two-day drive ahead of him, so as our visit came to an… read more »
– raw, vegan, gluten-free – I will never grow tired of bread… raw bread, that is. It is always such a treat when I make it and when it disappears quickly. This particular bread is one to enjoyed plain. It doesn’t need to be surrounded by copious amounts of… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ As you will notice in the following pictures, this soup looks out of this world amazing… I mean, look at that yellow. The reason that it turned out so vibrant was the use of a spice called turmeric. Turmeric is known to improve digestive strength by increasing… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Today, I had entirely too much fun in the kitchen! And as you scroll through this recipe you will be bombarded with pictures to prove it. What can I say, I am a proud soup-momma! As I was busy playing working in the kitchen, creating… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I have been creating a series of what I call, Coastal Crackers and I am falling head over heels for each one. They are very sturdy crackers that really hold their own. Meaning, we enjoy them as is… no cheese, no spreads, no noffin’! That isn’t to… read more »
Danish pastries can be topped with chocolate, sugar, or icing, OR one of my favorites… raw white cake frosting. They can also be stuffed with jam, marzipan, raw fruit leathers, or custard. As you can see, this is my raw take on this dessert. For fruit leather flavor ideas, here are some ideas… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Living Lasagna is not only aesthetically pleasing to the eye with its vibrant colors, but it is also rich in flavor and nutrients. This dish is made with all raw, living foods that will have you walking away from the table feeling light, nourished and well… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Baked Baklava is a rich, sweet dessert made of layers of phyllo pastry filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with syrup or honey. Amie Sue’s Raw Middle Eastern Nut-Filled Baklava with Honey Sweet Cream is a rich, RAW sweet pastry made of layers of cinnamon “phyllo” dough filled with pistachios, pecans, clove, and cardamom!… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ The key word in describing this pie is silk because that is just what it feels like in your mouth and on your tongue. The texture is amazingly light, soft and creamy. There are three layers to this pie. You have the chewy, flaky crust,… read more »
One day, I went hog wild and created two large batches of my Vegan Sweet and Spicy Cheese. I am not really sure what the heck I was thinking. But then again, it is nothing for me to make an overabundance of food… I do like to share. But,… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I love grocery shopping. At our local store, I shop completely on the outskirts of the store. I hit the produce section on one end of the building and then hightail it to the other end for the health food department. Occasionally, I take a… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Today I present to you a moist, gluten-free, vegan, raw bread that is rich not only in a warming down-home comfort flavor but it is also rich in nutrients. I just love the hint of sauerkraut in the bread. The sauerkraut adds the characteristic tang… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Why is it that people use the word vanilla as an adjective to describe something or someone who is plain, boring, or lackluster? I have learned that vanilla is one of the most complex flavors around, containing over 250 different flavor compounds! So… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I have been on a quest, a mission, a challenge, sent from a loving mother of Max. Max is a 7-year-old, (just had his birthday! Say “Happy Birthday” to Max) who is an Oreo cookie lover. And according to his mom, he knows his Oreos!… read more »
Smokin’ Tomato Chips ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This creation started out as a challenge. A wonderful gal from Canada contacted me and asked if I could recreate a tomato chip like the one they are selling back in her local town. We shared, through email, some great conversations back… read more »
This recipe mashup is perfect to serve as a hors d’oeuvre. It can be served to your family and guests in between the time of their arrival to the moment they sit down at the table. It can be even enjoyed at the dinner table as a part… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free~ Simple summertime recipes… a true breath of fresh air. If you find yourself struggling to find health food staples to have on hand… salad dressings can really come in handy. For the first few days, they can be enjoyed drizzled over a mega fresh green salad. Then… read more »