I’m feeling grateful lately. Not about any particularly ‘big’ happenings, but I guess about many little and everyday things. On the most significant level, these past few months I’ve known of several serious illnesses, including with children, in my circle. My heart goes out to those families and I cannot help but be thankful for… Continue Reading
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Mediterranean Bean Burgers (vegan, gluten-free, oil-free)
I have been wanting to share this recipe with you for SO long. It’s one of my very favorite burger recipes in Let Them Eat Vegan (as many of you know, there is a full burger chapter) – in fact, it’s one of my very favorite veggie burgers of all time! Only two of the… Continue Reading
Exclusive Recipe Preview from “My Beef With Meat”: CHOCOMOLE! (vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free)
It’s somewhat fitting that my last post talked about avocado sauce and guacamole – and tips for storing both. Today I have another avocado recipe for you… though, this time I truly doubt you will have ANY leftovers! This recipe is an exclusive sneak peek from Engine 2 Diet‘s new book My Beef with Meat:… Continue Reading
Mexican Bean Soup with Chipotle Avocado Cream and Guacamole Tip (vegan and gluten-free)
When you open a cookbook, a recipe may “jump out” because of its title, its reputation (we know how blogging can hype a recipe long before a cookbook reaches bookshelves), or of course because of its photos. With the volume of recipes in LTEV, I almost wish I had written two separate cookbooks so that… Continue Reading
Motherhood and Working: Finding The Balance
I’ve done a lot of food blogging in recent months, developing new recipes and posting some goodies from my cookbooks as well. Today, I am not posting ANY food pics – but I hope you’ll still stick around, read, and join my discussion (despite not having any visual food appeal)! I’ve been mothering for 12… Continue Reading
Now Available!: Plant-Powered 15 ebook (vegan, oil-free, gluten-free)
So, the last few months you may have been wondering what I’ve been up to. I’ve been posting plenty of recipes, but haven’t been talking much about personal things or our family. Truth is, I have been swamped since September with both work and mama responsibilities, and it’s been challenging to keep up. (My next… Continue Reading
Black Bean, Sweet Potato, and Quinoa Croquettes with Pumpkin Seed Chipotle Cream (vegan and gluten-free)
Part 2 of my Easter menu post! Today I am sharing some recipe ideas (links at the bottom, including other chefs/bloggers) for savory dishes. I’m also sharing the recipe for my Black Bean, Sweet Potato and Quinoa Croquettes. I serve them with a Pumpkin Seed Chipotle Cream (both recipes from LTEV). They are SO full of flavor,… Continue Reading
Tahini 101: Taste Test, Brand Comparison, Cooking Tips, and Tahini Recipes (vegan and gluten-free)
I talked about tahini on my old blog many years ago, and think it’s about time we revisit it. I frequently get questions about tahini – mostly about which brand I use. Today’s post will give you some info about tahini, some brand comparisons, and a slew of delicious tahini recipes! Tahini, unlike other seed… Continue Reading
Pureed Spicy Sweet Potato and Peanut Stew with Chickpeas (vegan and gluten-free)
My kitchen has been filled with sweet potato goodness this past week. I have created at least three new recipes using glorious, nutritious, delicious SWEET POTATOES! These recipes are for a new project (hope to share details very soon)! Today, I am sharing this most satisfying, flavorful, Pureed Sweet Potato and Peanut Stew with Chickpeas…. Continue Reading
Wildside Jar for green smoothies, thick and nut-based sauces and dessert purees. I use mine 1-2x/day.
Twister Jar is the BEST for healthy, homemade salad dressings and sauces
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