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Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ I was one of those odd kids growing up who loved her veggies. If you couldn’t find me, it was always a safe bet to check the garden. I was like a pesky rabbit who was always nibbling on the fresh produce. I am so thankful that I… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Would it be silly to admit that this breakfast porridge was inspired by a dishtowel? I am afraid that I have to own up to such a thing. If you quickly scroll to the second photo, you will spot a dishtowel featured in the picture.… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Whoever said you can’t guarantee happiness clearly has never tried this recipe. Glazed Cinnamon Pecans taste just like gourmet candied nuts. They are gently tossed in a lightly salted sweet glaze that is crunchy and addicting! Whenever we have a salad in a restaurant Bob always enjoys… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

Sunday Morning Chocolate Doughnuts ~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I developed these donuts for my husband who loves chocolate cake doughnuts. He thought that his love for them was going to be a distant memory. They are a tender, moist, and have a fudge cake-like texture, and let’s not forget the… read more »
Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This recipe is sooo delicious! If you love banana bread and all things crunchy… you will love this brittle recipe. You can really use any nut that you wanted to or had on hand. Sometimes I make it with chocolate chips or raisins. In the… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ As addictive as granola is to eat, so is it just as addictive to make! Often I end up making granola simply based on what ingredients I have sitting around. That is exactly how this one came about. I never grew up eating granola, so… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ For breakfast this morning I made Almond Butter and Apple Chia Porridge for my Mother. She is here visiting from Alaska….OOOOH, a new “test subject”! Haha, She said this recipe is a keeper and just loved it. It is very filling, packed full of wholesome… read more »
Reference Library - Your Culinary Foundation

Below I am sharing with you some of my all-time favorite kitchen tools that I use daily. I love kitchen gadgets! If you have a treasured kitchen tool that you find valuable and worth its weight in gold, please share below in the comment section. I would love to hear… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ The smell and taste of banana bread always takes me back to my Great Grandmother’s kitchen. As a little girl, it seemed as though she spent every waking moment in there. I know this isn’t true, just the perception as a little girl who used… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This morning I had some gorgeous avocados that needed to be eaten, far too many to consume in their natural state. So I decided to whip up a double batch of this chocolate mousse. I learned a lesson in doing that….two batches will overheat your… read more »
Dairy Free, Dehydrated, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ Today….was a historic day. For the first time in 4 years, I was able to enjoy an actual bowl of cereal. Remember the kind that came in a box, and you poured it in a bowl with milk? But before that even happened your… read more »
Gluten Free, Nut Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ There is something very gratifying in making your own chocolate candies. Chocolate that is so decadent, rich, and creamy. Not only are they heavenly to eat, but they make amazing gifts for those you cherish. These days you can find candy molds to fit… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~ If you are a garlic lover, these Raw Garlic Kale Chips are for you! They are a wonderful staple to have in the pantry to satisfy that crunchy desire in your raw food diet. I had these in the dehydrator through the night, and… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free

~ raw, gluten-free ~ Chocolate Peanut Butter Pops… Reese’s Peanut Butter cups morphed into raw balls of delight! This is one of my mother’s favorite combination’s. At the age of 14 I started working in a grocery store and at the end of each shift I would call my mom… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ I have to just giggle and scratch my head whenever I look at the commercially made chocolate chips. I shop in the health food department at our local grocery store, and they have at least six different types of chocolate chips on the shelf. One… read more »
Dairy Free, Dehydrated, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

Warm raisin bread right out of the dehydrator, is there much better than that? I remember back when I first started eating a plant-based diet. I went 100% raw overnight. Each day that had passed, I read and read and read, gathering as much information as I could about… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ This savory Italian bread is a rustic focaccia recipe with a rich olive and rosemary flavor. It is a versatile addition to your repertoire of recipes. You can serve it alongside soups, salads, or frittatas or as an accompaniment to a vegan cheese platter. Or, you can top… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ What I truly appreciate about cake doughnuts is that they stray towards the drier end of the spectrum because it makes them perfect to enjoy with a cup of coffee, tea or “milk.” These double chocolate cake doughnuts are carefully hand-dipped in a rich, creamy… read more »
Almond Pulp, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ Bite-sized perfection… all rolled into a ball and dipped in a frosting fondue! Your guests will love the taste, and you will love this treat, even more, knowing that you are serving a healthy dessert without anyone being the wiser! Fondue dipping can add… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Soy Free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ So I just caught wind that there is a hip new raw restaurant that just opened in Tucson. Have you heard about it? It’s supposed to be a very cool place to hang out, with a charming and inviting decor, free Wi-Fi, and oh the… read more »
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan

I have an almost identical recipe posted as granola in the recipe category of “Breakfast.” But, I decided to re-post it since I changed the structure from loose granola to an actual granola bar, just in case you were looking for a bar recipe. That right, there is an important… read more »
Almond Pulp, Dairy Free, Dehydrated, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, Soy Free, sugar free, Vegan

~ raw, vegan, gluten-free ~ By the looks of my kitchen, a bakery just opened shop! I need my own cafe or company…I have food everywhere. My passion for raw foods only increases over time; it has yet to diminish in the least bit over the years. My husband and… read more »