Snacks

Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies

In honor of National Cookie Day, we wanted to give you all a recipe that we have been loving lately. This also marks our first dessert recipe and these cookies are definitely up to the task. These chocolate, coconut, and peanut butter cookies are vegan,…

Wasabi Tofu

Wasabi Tofu

One of the best and worst things about tofu is that it doesn’t have much taste. It’s the worst because it can be bland. This is also the best because you can transform it into an incredibly flavorful addition to dishes with just a few…

Tofu Jerky

Tofu Jerky

  A savory vegan snack that is protein rich and flavorful with a little spicy kick. This tofu jerky is a healthy and addicting treat that can easily be made at home with very little work and just a little time!   A Healthy Plant-based…

Gluten Free Seed Crackers

Gluten Free Seed Crackers

Have you ever looked at the price of some of the boxed seed crackers out there and thought they were crazy for charging so much money for so little product? We have too. We were absolutely sick of paying almost 8$ for a box of…

Rick Warham’s Pickled Cherry Peppers

Rick Warham’s Pickled Cherry Peppers

It takes time to appreciate family traditions and recipes. There are very few things that stand this test of time- photos, heirlooms, memories. Unfortunately, people don’t. Since starting this blog all I could think about is the need to document the recipes that I have…

Baked Plantain Chips with Vegan Nacho Cheese

Baked Plantain Chips with Vegan Nacho Cheese

  Healthy baked plantain chips served alongside a spicy vegan nacho cheese sauce that’s delicious and addicting! A zesty and flavorful snack that’s perfect for a party or a night at home.   A Healthy Vegan Snack Sometimes you just want nacho cheese but don’t…

Overflowing Spring Rolls

Overflowing Spring Rolls

If you have never made spring rolls at home, we highly recommend it.  It’s just fun.  In fact, we like to make them as an appetizer when we are having company over and sometimes just provide the fixings and let the guests roll their own. …

Lavender Ice Cream with Grilled Peaches

Lavender Ice Cream with Grilled Peaches

  Fresh homemade lavender ice cream accompanied by tender grilled peaches. A delicious combination perfect for a hot summer day!   A Trip to the Union Square Farmers Market It doesn’t happen often, but once in a while Alissa and I get a weekday off…

Vegan Stuffed Squash Blossoms

Vegan Stuffed Squash Blossoms

  This fun seasonal recipe is easy to make and fun to eat! These Vegan Stuffed Squash Blossoms are filled with a creamy white bean mixture and then baked for a gourmet appetizer that is also incredibly healthy!   A Fine Delicacy A few years…

White Bean Hummus

White Bean Hummus

  A creamy and protein rich hummus that is made with cannellini beans rather than chickpeas. This White Bean Hummus is super easy to make and tastes incredible with chopped veggies, pita bread, or just about anything!   Hummus Love We eat a lot of…