Brussels sprouts, do you love them or hate them? Growing up, we never really had Brussels sprouts, but I just assumed from all the movie and TV references that they must be reaaallly bad. How many times have we seen a kid sitting at the dinner table in a TV show or movie, arms folded … Continue reading Maple Orange Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Cranberries
Gingerbread Whoopie Pies with Pumpkin Creme Filling (vegan & gluten-free)
Another season. Another reason. For makin' whoopeeee. Pies, that is. Whoopie Pies. They are not really pies. They're more like cookies with a filling. Actually the cookies are more like cake than cookies. Kinda. Yeah, I don't know what they are. But I know I like 'em. I had never made whoopie pies until this … Continue reading Gingerbread Whoopie Pies with Pumpkin Creme Filling (vegan & gluten-free)
Pumpkin French Toast with a Protein Boost (vegan)
Can you tell I'm scrambling to get in as many fall recipes as I can before it becomes completely taboo to even mention anything stereo-typically autumn? I am sort of wincing right now as I'm sure some of you want to slap me through your computer screen for even mentioning pumpkin again. Well, if you're … Continue reading Pumpkin French Toast with a Protein Boost (vegan)
Fall into Winter Salad with Roasted Beets, Fennel, Persimmons, and a Creamy Tahini Maple Dressing
This vibrant salad proves that your meals don't have to be bland in the winter months. You can still eat a fresh, colorful, veggie and fruit filled salads bursting with flavor and beautifying nutrients. When I first made this salad I wasn't sure all of these distinct flavors would mesh, but I was so surprised how … Continue reading Fall into Winter Salad with Roasted Beets, Fennel, Persimmons, and a Creamy Tahini Maple Dressing
Baked Cheesecake Stuffed Apples (vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, soy free)
Vegan baked cheesecake inside a tender, juicy, naturally sweet baked apple, drizzled with healthy caramel sauce... This one dessert checks off about 3 of my top ten favorite sweet treats. I've had this recipe and photos squirreled away in my files for over a month now. Other recipes captured my attention and here I find … Continue reading Baked Cheesecake Stuffed Apples (vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, soy free)
Kabocha Squash and White Bean Stew with Moroccan Spices
Temperatures are about to drop here, and a big snowflake is hovering over the predicted forecast for this Saturday. I'm ready. Warm, spicy, slightly exotic, with a touch of sweet... this Moroccan-inspired stew is perfect for a chilly fall day. Kabocha squash is tossed in fragrant spices like smoked paprika, cinnamon, and nutmeg and … Continue reading Kabocha Squash and White Bean Stew with Moroccan Spices
Autumn Fruit Bowl with Apple Spice Nice Cream
Hello, hello! Just stopping by real quick to share a fun autumn inspired nice cream idea. I know, great timing by me. Now that I'm finally getting around to post this cool treat, the temperature decides to drop. I don't know about you all, but around here it has been positively beautiful outside the last … Continue reading Autumn Fruit Bowl with Apple Spice Nice Cream
Two Potato Bean Burritos with Cheeze Sauce (Vegan)
These skillet-grilled, hearty vegan burritos are stuffed with roasted and seasoned white and sweet potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and my special cheeze sauce. They are the perfect meal to prepare during the week, when you're short on time, but positively hangry from running yourself in every direction all day. These filling burritos are ready in about … Continue reading Two Potato Bean Burritos with Cheeze Sauce (Vegan)
Chocolate Minty Matcha Cups + Make Your Own Coconut Butter (vegan)
When I threw these little treats together for myself on Halloween, and posted a photo on Instagram, I had no idea they would be such a hit. The photo above happens to have the most likes on my page. Many people requested the recipe, and since it was a spur-of-the-moment, "mama needs some chocolate" treat, … Continue reading Chocolate Minty Matcha Cups + Make Your Own Coconut Butter (vegan)
Vegan Coconut Milk French Toast with Fried Plaintains
This post is coming at you on such a whim. I really wasn't planning on posting this today. It was just an idea that's been floating around my head for the last couple of days that I finally decided to just make already! To my surprise and delight it came out perfectly! This french toast … Continue reading Vegan Coconut Milk French Toast with Fried Plaintains
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