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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I find the taste of lemon to be so refreshing. I had a girlfriend one time eat an entire lemon without even curling the edge of her lip! In 8th grade and my girlfriend was spending the night. My dad approached her with a… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, sugar-free ~ When I first started making my coconut oil bark, I would literally just mix it in a bowl and pour it into another shallow bowl, lined with plastic wrap. Pop in the freezer and call it good. BUT, I decided it was worth… read more »
Cinnamon and Fennel Coconut Bark ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I have found a new addiction! If you are a black licorice lover, these little gems will tantalize your taste buds! Right now in my health journey, I am learning to increase my intake of healthy fats. It’s a… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I have been on a mission as of late, and that is to use up my black mission figs! Black Mission Figs have blackish-purple skin and pink colored flesh when fresh. They are available from May through December. However beginning in November, night temperatures drop, and… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Cauliflower? You bet you scratching your head on this one huh? I have used cauliflower as a rice substitute so why is it I never thought of using it in a cracker recipe?! I had to laugh because I ran to the store to… read more »
– raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free – I decided to do a small write-up on cold-pressed coffee because I use it from time to time in some of the raw recipes. I have to admit that I am beginning to enjoy a cup or two every once in a while. What… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Finally, a creamy and tangy ranch dressing that’s entirely dairy-free, vegan, and raw! Use on salad, as a dip, make ranch kale chips, in sandwiches, or even on pizza. Ever wonder what is hiding in your Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing? Go ahead, turn the bottle… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Simple, classic, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious crackers. That is what I am sharing with you today. They are perfect to serve on a raw cheese plate with grapes for an appetizer. These herb-infused crackers offer up a buttery flavor thanks to the walnuts. This recipe presented… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I made this Gingerbread Pumpkin Breakfast Quinoa Porridge for my mom while I was visiting in Alaska this past summer. She is a lover of hearty breakfasts, so it brought me great joy to share this delicious dish with her. Mom is always open to… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Your not the only one who needs proper attention as to how you are dressed for a dinner party!! Your salad deserves the same amount of respect, it too wants to dress for success! :) Have I lost you? I guess what I am… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ This recipe is Nut-Free… no nuts were harmed in the making of this recipe. haha Taking photos of kale chips is not my favorite thing to do… but eating them, now that’s another story. The Lays Potato Chip slogan says, “You can’t eat just… read more »
Garlic Honey Throat, Cold and Flu Remedy This is a great cold and flu remedy to have on hand! Garlic… is a powerful immune-booster. It is very effective against nasty bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. The antibiotic qualities of garlic appear to be a direct result of the allicin… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This Brazil Nut Parmesan “Cheese” is so easy to make and a great alternative if you don’t consume dairy products. The last time I made this, I used it as a topping on Almond Toast with some tomatoes diced and piled on top. Ooooh boy,… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ So little time, so many Chocolate Matcha Espresso Truffles. I would love to say that when the holiday season rolls around, I am more inspired to be in the kitchen making delicious desserts, but to be honest, it is almost a daily ritual for… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ If you decide to make your own peanut butter from raw peanuts, click (here) to learn how to prep the peanuts before you make the butter. If you are new to raw peanuts, they do taste very different than the roasted version. Bob and I prefer… read more »
This year, why not get into the spirit of making mouth-watering gifts from simple, wholesome ingredients for your loved ones?! Not only are you giving the gift of health, but you are also giving a labor of love gift. Making homemade edible gifts is not only fun, but you can… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ The correct pronunciation is mas-car-POH-neh. Mascarpone has a texture very similar to cream cheese. Regarding taste, mascarpone is pretty different. At its creamiest, it will taste like thick, cream-cheese-textured whipping cream and is kind of sweet and dessert like. It will be buttery, rich, but also… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ These divine Cashew Lemon Spritz Cookies just melt in your mouth due to their creamy texture. With a hint of lemon, they are light and refreshing in flavor. Making every bite count I try to be selective with the ingredients that I use in my… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ OK, so this isn’t your typical fruitcake, not at all like great, great, great, great grandma use to make…hmmm, I wonder if that thing is still around here somewhere. Haha Whether or not you like fruitcakes, their history on them is rather interesting… In the… 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 »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, cultured ~ I do my best to use healthy ingredients in all the foods I make. Today, my new discovery is in using cultured nut cheese in the cheesecake filling. Makes total sense, how come I never thought of that before? If you wish to skip… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Are you a fan of pumpkin? Banana? Cranberry? How about chocolate?! Ah, I see that I got your attention. I will admit that this cookie will make your taste buds come alive as your senses try to take in all the yummy flavors that are… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Hi, I am Amie Sue, and I have a fetish… for making granola. It’s true; once I started making granola recipes, I just couldn’t stop! They are so easy to make, and you can tailor them to your ever-present cravings! It is dangerous for me… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ There is something special about these Cheese Nip Crackers… looking all spiffy with their charmingly scalloped edges. As the light shimmers over the top of them, you will find flecks of sea salt adhering in perfect proportion to each dimpled square… ooooh, I need some now!!!… read more »
~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free ~ This refreshing Maple Peach Ice Cream hits the spot on these warm…hot….summer days! The first night I made this I dished up a couple of bowls for my dad and husband. They sat in silence as I watched spoonful after spoonful disappears. I was… read more »