Hi Reader, This was going to be a broccoli rice casserole, until I realized I didn't have any rice. 😊 It was a day when I really needed and wanted to get into the kitchen and test something new. So, I made broccoli quinoa casserole instead! With minor changes, I'm sure the recipe will work with white rice or par-cooked brown rice, too. What really makes it so tasty is taking the time to saute the broccoli first. Basically, we're treating the broccoli like the star that it is, instead of just...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Mother's Day to everyone celebrating today. Thought I'd pop in with some easy recipes for the weekend and week ahead. Plus, I wanted to share a little behind the scenes update... I've basically been living in vegan cheese test-kitchen mode this week. 😅 Cheddar. Pepper jack. Melt tests. Slice tests. Grating tests. More dirty dishes than I care to discuss. And some angry carpal tunnel (time to wear splints overnight again). A few days ago I asked on Facebook (maybe you saw?),...
17 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, This Mixed Berry Tart 🫐🍓 is a delightful way to use up fresh berries this season. I have to admit, fruity desserts aren't usually my top choice. I've always been more of a vanilla/caramel/chocolate/nuts kind of person. But desserts like this one make me question everything! 😍 And even though it looks fancy, it's surprisingly simple. The filling comes together with just berries, sugar, lemon zest, and a little arrowroot to help it thicken into the perfect jammy texture. I used my...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Do you ever make salsa at home? I didn't for most of my life. And once I did, I was so bummed thinking about all the time wasted eating mediocre, store-bought stuff! That's when it dawned on me, salsa is a lot like salad dressing. What I mean is, homemade is easier than we think, and the results are soooo much better. In other words, it's worth it. Pan-Roasted Salsa Get the Recipe 📌 Save it on Pinterest: Save pin To Pair With Salsa Making your own tortilla chips isn't as easy as...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, You know those moments where you buy a lot of an ingredient with good intentions... and then suddenly you’re like, “okay, what am I doing with all of these?” That was me a couple of Saturdays ago with mushrooms. I was in the mood for pasta, so I thought I'd throw together a quick sauce with whatever I had on hand—nothing fancy, just mushrooms, onion, dried herbs, canned tomatoes, etc. And somehow, it turned out really, really good. 🥳 I immediately knew I had to make it again and...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, You know that sweet onion dressing that somehow goes with everything? This is my lighter, creamier take. It uses both cooked and raw onion for extra flavor, and it’s one of those forgiving recipes you can tweak to your taste. "Lite" Sweet Onion Dressing Tap for the Recipe 📌 Save it on Pinterest: Save pin Weekly Recipe Picks Whether you cook these patties in the air fryer or oven, they're always a hit. And they'll taste great with the new sweet onion dressing! Easy High-Protein...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, A few weeks ago I had a mild head cold. You know how sinus congestion can mess with your smell and taste, and make certain foods seem unappealing? Well, that happened with my morning cup of coffee! So I started pondering other ways to get some caffeine. Something icy and cold, with a little sweetness, sounded good. That's when I remembered the instant espresso I'd purchased on impulse a few weeks earlier. 🥳 I started tossing things in the blender, and voila! This creamy,...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, For those of you celebrating Easter next weekend, I picked out a few of my favorites that are perfect for a gathering. If you don't observe Easter, I bet there's still something here you'll want to whip up (👉like that mac & cheese 🤤)! If I can help you find a particular recipe or answer any questions, just let me know! 🐇 Made with oat flour, this carrot cake is moist and tender and pairs perfectly with my almond flour cream cheese frosting! Healthy-ish Carrot Cake EASY prep and...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Ever get halfway through a recipe and realize it calls for instant pudding mix… and then remember the ingredients aren’t great? Or you can’t find a vegan one anymore? That’s exactly what happened to me when Whole Foods discontinued the accidentally vegan instant pudding I used in my No-Cook Vegan Banana Pudding. So I decided to make my own. But instead of sharing just the instant version, I figured I'd include a classic cook-and-serve mix, too. Vegan Pudding Mix Just whisk together...
2 months ago • 1 min read