Cookies and cream is among one of my favorite flavors in the dessert world. Whether it be ice cream, cupcakes, or even just the plain and simple cookie. Luckily you can find this sandwich cookie in a vegan version at your local health food store (Late July Organic Cookies are a good choice). This creation is […]
This 3 ingredient pineapple whip recipe is just like the one you can get at the Disney theme parks. Fresh pineapple is blended with almond milk and a touch of honey for a delicious frozen treat. I haven’t been to a Disney theme park in almost 20 years, but standing in line to buy a […]
You’ve probably had doughnuts and coffee before, but I’ll bet you’ve never had them quite like this! This towering beauty is made from layers of homemade sour cream doughnuts and a light, fluffy mocha whipped cream. Add a topping of shiny chocolate-coffee ganache and a few more doughnuts, and you have a gorgeously unique layer […]
Snacks are important because they control hunger between meals and can provide extra nutrients for a balanced diet. Snacking on the wrong foods can really blow a diet and add heaps of extra calories with very little real nutrition. This can destroy weight loss plans and is the reason why most diets fail, especially long-term. […]
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone sauceon collectivebias shop gluten free huh? i fell for ya. so here is a post for YOU! these spicy quinoa pizza bites are just what you need to fill that pizza hole in your heart. made with quinoa, spicy […]
Chocolate covered mint leaves make an incredibly unique, fresh-tasting dessert. This is mostly for grownups – the kids tend to be less appreciative of the natural mint flavor. Makes 20 leaves Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes Prep: 15 minutes Inactive: 1 hour Ingredients 20 fresh mint leaves 1 ounce (60 pieces) semisweet chocolate chips […]
Total Time: 30 mins Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ingredients: Servings:4 Units: US | Metric 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon olive oil additional herbs and spices, as desired Directions: 1 Preheat oven to 450°F Line a baking dish or cookie sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray or lightly brush […]
I grew up with this recipe. When the chickens were not producing eggs, this is the cake my mom baked. It has no eggs and no butter and no milk and that is why it’s called Wacky, but it is oh so yummy. You won’t be messing up a bowl or your mixer for this […]
This Vegan Crockpot Quinoa and Black Bean Chili needs only 10 minutes prep then right into the crockpot! It results in a thick, filling and delicious chili. It’s been raining non-stop and I’ve been craving nothing but soups, warm foods, and chilis. If you see “chills” autocorrect is out for me tonight. This is one […]
I have been trying to come up with more crock pot recipes lately. This crock pot spaghetti recipe was actually my husband’s idea. I love this crock pot spaghetti because it is a one pot meal making cleanup a snap. Not to mention it’s super easy! Slow cooking this allows for more of the flavors to develop […]
The first time I went out to eat at a Vietnamese restaurant with my family, I was very unsure of what to expect. I had the misconception that the meal would be your run-of-the mill greasy, heavy food, requiring a great deal of extra sweat time at the gym. I was surprised and delighted when […]
Like chicken noodle soup for grown ups. And vegetarians. A one-pot soup filled with vegetables, garbanzo beans and orzo pasta. Finished with a generous squirt of lemon juice for a bright + bold fall soup. October is National Pasta Month! Although, I have been celebrating all year. It’s no secret that I have an extreme love affair with […]
I have to admit, I’ve been enjoying this mildly warm summer. On the news last night, they were discussing how we’ve only managed to reach 90 degrees in New York City three times this summer, with a huge headline flashed across the screen saying, “Where’s summer?” They went on to mention how the farmer’s almanac was […]
Bruschetta is one of those things I always order at a restaurant and wonder why I am not making it at home. It looks so easy and tastes so good that instead of spending money at a restaurant I need to be making it at home….So I did. This Bruschetta Recipe is seriously so dang […]
This Chocolate Chia Smoothie recipe tastes oh-so-decadent, but is actually really good for you. And it’s vegan and gluten-free! I’m not quite sure how it happened. But somewhere along the lines of the last 2 years of self-employment, after years of a late-to-bed-late-to-rise musician schedule, I have now officially become a morning show person. Still […]
I think you become an adult when you start making your own pasta sauce. Oh, and paying your own bills. That’s also important. I don’t remember exactly this happened for me, but it was one of the best decisions I’ve made in the kitchen. I used to live on jarred pasta sauces (and vending machine food) in my college […]
Little white balls of fluff… who knew they could worm their way into your heart so easily?? Just four years ago we brought these Maltese litter mates home at 10 weeks of age and weighing just over a few pounds each. They tested every bit of patience I had as they chewed, bit and peed […]
If you’re familiar with my site at all, you’ve probably heard me mention My Morning Smoothie about a dozen times at least. It’s a staple in my new whole foods lifestyle and the most important one at that. And for the past 8 months I haven’t strayed from that recipe- until now. I don’t know why or really […]
First off, don’t be scared by the long list of ingredients in this recipe. Much of it is dried herbs that you likely have on hand and basic pantry items like canned beans and tomatoes. Second, the easy prep (see the directions) make up for the lengthy list of ingredients. Plus much of it is […]
Happy birthday to you! OK, so maybe it’s not your birthday, but it’s somebody’s birthday somewhere, so there’s a good reason right there to immediately bake a batch of these chocolate cupcakes smothered with homemade chocolate frosting. And when you have your first decadent bite, you just might drop the rest of your cupcake when […]
Find yourself needing a vitamin boost? Below are the recipes and directions of my five signature colour-free, sugar-free and bpa plastic free alkaline vitamin waters. Enjoy these combinations or get inspired to make your own!! It simple, cheap and easy way to get your vitamins in a delicious and hydrating way. *Note, these combinations still […]
If you’re craving a mint chocolate chip ice cream cone or a box of Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies, blend up this smoothie recipe from Julianne Hough instead. Just like these classic treats, her smoothie offers the classic blend of mint and chocolate you’re craving but can easily stand in for a healthy breakfast! Greek yogurt […]
Hi guys! Sorry about taking last week off of blogging. I was in Boston on a little vacation with some of my friends from college. We had an unbelievable time baking cookies (new recipe coming soon), exploring the North End, running around Southie, and laughing until we couldn’t anymore. Life is good! I’ll have a […]
Just when I thought red pasta couldn’t get any better, I discovered the magic that is roasted red peppers. Creamy, velvety, savory, and subtly sweet, it makes the perfect flavor companion to vegan parmesan and fresh herbs in this 10-ingredient Vegan and Gluten Free pasta. The magic starts with sautéed shallot and garlic to give the sauce a robust and subtly sweet base. […]
The day I found out that it was possible to make paleo “cheese”cake, was a happy day SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE! Past couple of weeks have been exhilarating, so many things going on that its sometimes hard at night to wind down and actually go to sleep! I already told you that I wrote a Dutch […]
I can’t even tell you how many times I’ve made this salad. So. Crazy. Good. I keep going back to it because it’s crisp, refreshing, and flavorful (with an added protein boost from the beans!) And I love how fast it comes together. The red wine vinegar-oregano dressing is made in under a minute, then […]
Isn’t breakfast wonderful? Not only is it delicious and full of so many of our favorite foods, but you can also use it as a tool to lose weight. Want to know how? We’ve enlisted the expertise of two nutritionists — Stephanie Clarke, RD, and Willow Jarosh, RD, of C&J Nutrition — to share the perfect equation […]
You know you do it. You mix up some cookies. You try to be good. But ultimately, you’re there for the dough. You know it’s a little bit dangerous (raw eggs!!!) but one bite isn’t gonna kill you, right? And do you really know anyone who has ever gotten sick from eating cookie dough? So… […]
I used my Magimix food processor today to make this unbelievably delicious and highly addictive roasted garlic hummus. I can’t even begin to express to you how much I love this hummus! To get an idea of how much I love roasted garlic, when we go out to eat at Italian restaurants much of the […]
Holy cold front, Batman! Where has my lovely spring weather gone to? The other day it was reaching 90+ degrees F. and then suddenly the winds blew through and now it’s a whopping 59 degrees F! Well, at least it was a perfect day to cook up some nice warm tortilla soup – just in […]