Steel Cut Oats in the Slow Cooker (vegan)

Well, winter isn't over yet for those of us in the Great Lakes region. Today we woke up to 10 inches of snow, which fell throughout the day yesterday and through the night. It does look pretty, but... it would've looked a lot prettier about a month ago. You see, I've made the same mistake … Continue reading Steel Cut Oats in the Slow Cooker (vegan)

The Best Homemade Peanut Butter, Ever

I realize that's a pretty bold statement. The best peanut butter, ever? I mean, how could anyone even know that? Trust me, when you taste it, you'll know. You also might be wondering just what is so special about this peanut butter? Isn't peanut butter just peanuts ground up? It can't possibly be that much … Continue reading The Best Homemade Peanut Butter, Ever

Simply Delicious: Spicy Seared Heart of Palm Rounds

Today I'm sharing one last super simple, 3 ingredient, plant-based side dish. My goal with these last three posts is to give you some fun inspiration to switch things up in the kitchen, while still keeping it easy-peasy. I'm hoping to share not so much "recipes," where you have to keep looking and checking back … Continue reading Simply Delicious: Spicy Seared Heart of Palm Rounds

5 Ingredient Silver Dollar Sweet Chickpea Flour Pancakes (vegan + gluten-free)

Today is International Pancake Day and I want to share my favorite gluten-free and vegan pancake recipe. I love this recipe because it only requires 5 relatively inexpensive, easy to find (maybe already in your kitchen) ingredients. Just one kind of flour is needed, no gums or starches or any other sort of special additions. … Continue reading 5 Ingredient Silver Dollar Sweet Chickpea Flour Pancakes (vegan + gluten-free)

Cherry Cloud Parfait (raw, vegan, sugar-free)

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)

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)

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)

Hearty Crock-Pot Split Pea Soup with Homemade Croutons and Coconut Bacon (Vegan)

You guys, this is exciting. Today's recipe represents a revolution in my kitchen. A discovery of epic proportions. The realization that a pot does not indeed need to be stood over, stirred, and stared into. I've heard tell the wonders of this contraption, but never did I believe it. I myself own not one, but … Continue reading Hearty Crock-Pot Split Pea Soup with Homemade Croutons and Coconut Bacon (Vegan)

Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Cookies (vegan and gluten free)

Soft, chewy, melt-in-your-mouth, with chocolate chips in every bite. These cookies are everything a chocolate chip cookie should be, plus a whole lot more. Not only are they free of eggs, dairy, gluten, oil, or butter, they also have a not so secret "secret" ingredient. No, your eyes weren't deceiving you when you read the … Continue reading Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Cookies (vegan and gluten free)

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)