If you follow me on Instagram, you may have noticed I've been on a tart cherry kick. I've been buying them frozen, and I just can't get enough. Today's dessert is something I dreamed up one night when I was in the thick of my tart cherry infatuation. This is the perfect dreamy dessert to … Continue reading Cherry Cloud Parfait (raw, vegan, sugar-free)
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing (gluten free, vegan, dairy free, soy free, nut free)
I know, I know... it's been done. And done, and done, before. It's not going to stop me from offering my version of this quintessential party finger food. The reason being, that I'm fairly certain that these spicy little bites are going to knock your Super Bowl socks off. Assuming there are such a thing … Continue reading Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing (gluten free, vegan, dairy free, soy free, nut free)
Homemade, All Natural Vitamin C Powder
So I want to plant a little idea in your head. I'm just going to leave it there and let it germinate for a bit... You can make your own vitamin-rich superfood powders. For cheap. Even, basically, for free. Yep, it's true. Let me explain. This vitamin C powder is made from something you were … Continue reading Homemade, All Natural Vitamin C Powder
Raw Carrot Walnut Raisin Salad with Creamy Almond Butter Dressing (with variations)
It's amazing how an extra 25 degrees and several more minutes of daylight can make you feel like Spring is right around the corner. This weekend it's been a balmy 45 degrees (7 degrees C) and I'm just trying not to get over-excited. The snow is melting, my light weight coat came back out, and … Continue reading Raw Carrot Walnut Raisin Salad with Creamy Almond Butter Dressing (with variations)
Starfruit Green Smoothie
My third and final smoothie in this series features a fruit I've never tried in a smoothie before. Starfruit. I've often overlooked this uniquely shaped produce in the grocery store. Other than as a garnish in a fruit bowl, I was never quite sure what to do with it. After hearing the sad news last … Continue reading Starfruit Green Smoothie
Golden Years Turmeric Smoothie (whop whop whop)
If you've never tipped a little turmeric into your smoothie, I'm here to tell you you're missing out. Talk about a unique and utterly delicious sipping experience. Combined with cold creamy coconut milk, frozen mango + pineapple, a touch of fresh ginger, and a sprinkle of sweet Ceylon cinnamon, and you've got your self one … Continue reading Golden Years Turmeric Smoothie (whop whop whop)
Pretty Things Smoothie (with Beet, Strawberry, and Citrus)
When I heard that David Bowie passed away 10 days ago, I was in disbelief. How could he be gone? To echo the phrase I kept reading others lament, "I didn't know he was even mortal!" His creativity and talent seemed superhuman. Even though I didn't know David Bowie personally, I was incredibly saddened by … Continue reading Pretty Things Smoothie (with Beet, Strawberry, and Citrus)
Hint of Lemon Cornmeal Waffles with Blueberry Compote (vegan and gluten-free)
Steaming hot, crispy edged, kiss-of-lemon cornmeal waffles adorned with a warm, syrupy blueberry compote... Sounds pretty good on a blustery, snow-swirling, Sunday morning, doesn't it? With a temperature read of about 10 degrees (that's Fahrenheit. -12 C for my dear readers outside of the U.S.) Yeah... that's COLD. These heavenly waffles are just the thing … Continue reading Hint of Lemon Cornmeal Waffles with Blueberry Compote (vegan and gluten-free)
No-Cook, Five Minute, Classic Pizza Sauce
Pizza is a popular menu item at our house. If it was up to my husband, we would have pizza for dinner 7 nights a week. Probably for lunch too. During the colder winter months, pizza makes an appearance on our plates at least once a week. Usually on the weekends. Over the years I've … Continue reading No-Cook, Five Minute, Classic Pizza Sauce
Sweet and Creamy Maple Tahini Fruit Dip (and Why You Should Eat More Tahini)
Most people know tahini as a main ingredient in hummus; a thick, somewhat bitter paste made of ground sesame seeds. There are, however, so many yummy ways to use tahini. I love using it in a tasty sauce to pour over falafel, and it makes a delicious and easy creamy salad dressing. Tahini is also … Continue reading Sweet and Creamy Maple Tahini Fruit Dip (and Why You Should Eat More Tahini)
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