Vegan Yogurt-Cashew Whipped Cream

Move over whipped coconut cream, there's a new homemade vegan whip in town. It's light, creamy, whippy, and it's just screaming to be dipped, dolloped, and enjoyed as a topping on anything that'll sit still. It's made with just 3 ingredients. No soy. No oils. I love this whip because it is the perfect breakfast … Continue reading Vegan Yogurt-Cashew Whipped Cream

Peanut Butter Cookie Raw Buckwheat Smoothie

If you've never tried a raw buckwheat smoothie or porridge, or buckwheat in any form for that matter, this yummy recipe is the perfect way for raw buckwheat to make it's debut in your kitchen.  This smoothie bowl is thick, creamy, satisfying, and tastes like a peanut butter cookie. It's also loaded with heart healthy … Continue reading Peanut Butter Cookie Raw Buckwheat Smoothie

Blueberry Muffin Raw Energy Bites (vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free)

I love easy snacks. Especially the kind where you just throw everything into your food processor, grind, and roll. No baking required! I think that's one of the reasons I like raw foods, especially raw desserts and snacks; it's a pretty easy way of cooking. Or noncooking. I love that you can satisfy your craving … Continue reading Blueberry Muffin Raw Energy Bites (vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free)

Super C Smoothie + Interview with Heidi from The Sparkling Darling

Hi all! I'm popping in today to share a couple of fun tidbits! First off, I want to direct you to an interview I did with the lovely Heidi Kokborg, journalist and creator of the blog, The Sparkling Darling. I've gotten to know Heidi through our blogs, and it's been great getting to know this … Continue reading Super C Smoothie + Interview with Heidi from The Sparkling Darling

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)

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

Simply Delicious: Roasted Fennel

If you've never tried roasting fennel, I urge you to go buy a bulb and fire up your oven. It really is a treat! Roasting fennel is a recent discovery of mine, when I found myself with a bulb of fennel that needed to get used up before it started to go rubbery. I love … Continue reading Simply Delicious: Roasted Fennel

Simply Delicious: Sautéed Rainbow Chard and Garlic

I've felt the need lately to simplify my meals. I've also had some requests from people I know who have been feeling overwhelmed with the task of adopting healthier eating habits, and just want some easy ideas for plant-based dishes that can be made in a flash. Trust me, I get it. I, too, feel … Continue reading Simply Delicious: Sautéed Rainbow Chard and Garlic

Four Ingredient Chocolate Covered Caramels (Vegan)

"Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get"... Unless you make your own chocolates, and then you can be sure that every single one is caramel-filled. When given a box of chocolates growing up, and even as an adult, I always tried to pick out and eat all … Continue reading Four Ingredient Chocolate Covered Caramels (Vegan)

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)