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
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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
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
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
Vegan Grocery List
When I was first transitioning to a vegan diet I was a little bit overwhelmed with how many products have dairy or eggs in them and trying to find new meal ideas felt a little daunting. I would be ashamed to add up all the nights I just boiled some white pasta and dumped sauce … Continue reading Vegan Grocery List
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
Make Your Own
The cupboards in your home are packed full of possibilities and it's up to you to tap into what you're capable of. When we go to the store to buy everything already made for us we're doing a huge disservice to ourselves and the environment. Waste: Much of what we purchase in stores comes with … Continue reading Make Your Own
