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
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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
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
Chocolate Protein Bites
These little chocolate bites are extremely satisfying with no guilt. There is no refined sugar or flour, they are completely vegan and are made with everyday ingredients most people have on hand. Enjoy a bite or two after a workout, as a dessert, or just as a midday snack. They're great for little ones too! … Continue reading Chocolate Protein Bites
Tofu Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms usually have an abundance of breadcrumbs (filler) and some kind of greasy meat (sausage) in them, which definitely means that traditional recipes aren't going to suit my needs. That being said, I was totally after the same flavor profile and texture that had satiated me in my omnivore years. Preheat your oven to … Continue reading Tofu Stuffed Mushrooms
Oat Flour Cookies
Coming up with a name for this particular batch of cookies was difficult. There isn't much of a ring to high-fiber, low-fat, vegan, no refined sugar, banana, oat, chocolate chip cookies. And to be honest, once you've read through all of that they don't sound very appealing anymore. Don't let their healthfulness deter you! These cookies … Continue reading Oat Flour Cookies
Roasting Garlic
Roasting garlic is such an easy way to fill your home with that "been cooking all day" aroma and it really has a multitude of uses. Not only does roasted garlic add a depth of flavor to dishes it also carries some serious health benefits. How to roast garlic: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees … Continue reading Roasting Garlic
Archie’s Famous Vegan Pancakes
There are very few things that happen in this house on the weekend but we try our best to always make pancakes one of them. This week our guest chef was Mr. Archer himself and he did an amazing job. Ingredients: 3 cups flour 1/4 cup oats 2 tablespoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 … Continue reading Archie’s Famous Vegan Pancakes
Yellow Split Pea Soup
The unsung hero of this soup is 100% the liquid smoke, it gives off the fiery flavor that it really needs to make this soup feel more like a meal than a side dish. If you're looking for a way to brighten your plates this winter, switch to a bowl and grab the necessary ingredients. … Continue reading Yellow Split Pea Soup
