I remember thinking how difficult it was going to be when we first became plant-based to bake. I imagined that I would never be able to have my mom’s strawberry pie again or anything else that called for milk or butter. But then we simply used…
A light and fresh homemade plant-based pizza perfect for pizza night! This Shaved Asparagus Vegan Pizza includes roasted eggplant, sun-dried tomato pesto, and fresh basil. Yum! The Benefits of Eating Seasonally Do you ever get bored of the meals that you make and…
One of the quickest and easiest ways to add amazing flavor to any meal that you make is by including aromatic fresh herbs. Dried herbs are great but if you really want to up the ante, fresh is the way to go. However, we quickly…
Are you ready for Cinco de Mayo? I love Mexican food, but I may love the drinks even more than the food! There is nothing better than a sweet and sour combination and margaritas have the added bonus of salt and of course tequila. This…
A quick and healthy start to the day! This Berry Mango Smoothie is made with raw almonds, fruit, & almond milk for a protein rich breakfast. Economical Plant-Based Food I will never forget my first trip to Trader Joe’s. I had just moved…
Five years ago, I never could have imagined making a grilled cheese sandwich without real cheese. We actually had a drawer in our refrigerator that was dedicated to cheese and it was always FULL. To say our meals revolved around cheese would be an understatement. …
According to a recent study published in Neurology, healthy seniors who had daily servings of dark leafy greens, had a slower rate of cognitive decline compared to those who ate little or no greens. Now of course there can be other factors involved like genes…
Mimosas are good, but these mimosas are out of this world. Citrus fruit is everywhere and making fresh juice is something that we love. Mixing this fresh juice with champagne is even better. Having guests over for brunch? Do you have a house to clean…
For many, Spring is a time for eating healthier and getting their bodies into “summer shape”. However, it is also a time of transition when one is able again to include more fresh vegetables on their plate after a season of root veggies and frozen/canned…
Warmer weather and Religious Holidays are right around the corner. Well, hopefully warmer weather is coming! It typically goes without saying, that many people will sit down for a feast with loved ones during this time of year. The majority of these meals will be…