Can we all agree that most trail mix is actually super meh? I've only ever found one that didn't compel me to pick out all of the chocolate and leave the rest behind. I'll spare you the details but I just realized the other day that trail mix is practically the perfect add in for … Continue reading Trail Mix Granola
Author: Brandi G.
Reusable Snack Bags
Welcome back for another eco-friendly Friday y'all! I hope today finds you well and that you came prepared to make little life changes that will help you help the environment. This week is another simple switch that can keep a bit of green in your pockets over time. We've been using reusable snack bags since … Continue reading Reusable Snack Bags
Coconut Date Rolls
It's too hot to bake! Likewise it's too hot to be sitting inside typing things up the way that I normally would. Cross your fingers our air conditioning installation goes smoothly! Until then, here is a recipe card for three ingredient, NO BAKE, totally vegan, totally awesome coconut date rolls. I hope you enjoy this … Continue reading Coconut Date Rolls
Vegan Gumbo
I am a big fan of soup season and a firm believer that it should be an all-year thing, but without central air conditioning, I'm afraid that our family's soup eating days will be going on pause as warmer weather moves in. In the meantime, here is some amazing gumbo. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons plant butter … Continue reading Vegan Gumbo
Make Your Own: Oat Flour
White flour is slowly becoming an item of the past. It holds very little nutrition and has often been bleached and stripped of its good properties. With dozens of different options on the market today it's hard to decide exactly which one is best for you, but why not try one you can make at … Continue reading Make Your Own: Oat Flour
Why I Gave Up Coffee
"Haven't you given up enough already?" This was my mother's response to hearing the news, that I, her vegan, tree hugging, reformed smoker, alcohol free, no chemicals, reusable bag loving, plastic-free child would be giving up one more thing. She wasn't mad of course and I don't think that she was judging me either but more … Continue reading Why I Gave Up Coffee
Jaxon’s Double Chocolate Pancakes
Kids are so incredibly unique, even brothers. I'm always so surprised by how different their opinions can be about simple things like favorite flavors. Archie is obsessed with all things strawberry, Morrison loves more subtle flavors like vanilla, and Jaxon is always trying to fit more chocolate into his day. Recently Jaxon asked to be the … Continue reading Jaxon’s Double Chocolate Pancakes
Four Ingredient Guacamole
Guacamole might be one of my greatest weaknesses or just avocados in general. I've been known to just cut them in half, sprinkle with salt and eat them with a spoon, they're like nature's savory little pudding! But there is one enormous problem with guacamole that often goes overlooked. It's plastic packaging. No matter the … Continue reading Four Ingredient Guacamole
Meatless Monday
For this eco-friendly Friday, we are going to be planning ahead for that dreaded Monday lurking around the corner. I am talking about going meat-free once a week. Even if you are an avid meat eater, going without meat every Monday can make a big difference and it's a good way to explore new dining options. … Continue reading Meatless Monday
Spring 2020
Everything has been so hectic this last month that we didn't even acknowledge the change of seasons. Spring sprung on the 19th and some of these little beauties popped up right on time. Then in typical New York fashion, there was frost, rain, more frost, and some snow. Now that we'll be stuck at home … Continue reading Spring 2020
