Hi Reader, Are you a pie person? I wasn't really, until I figured out how to make an easy, more wholesome kind of pie crust. 🙌 While I’m not above grabbing a vegan-friendly store-bought crust in a pinch, I have to admit, making your own is definitely more satisfying! Over the years I’ve developed a few “not-so-traditional” crusts — from my go-to almond flour version to a nut-free spin with sunflower seeds, and even a cozy press-in crust that tastes like oatmeal cookies. I’ve shared a few...
12 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, I've made vegan pecan pie all kinds of ways over the years. So I decided it was time for some bars, and I wanted them to be oil-free, similar to this pecan pie recipe. But I also wanted them to taste more decadent, with an extra gooey and sweet filling that will wow whoever you decide to share them with this holiday season. I wasn't prepared to find these as irresistible as I did! I've made them twice in the past week, and ate more than I care to admit. 😅 With just 11 ingredients...
19 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Fall always makes me think of parties and entertaining. Maybe it's because I grew up in Alabama, where so much of life revolved around football. I never really cared who won the game, but I did enjoy the casual get-togethers with friends! What are YOUR favorite party snacks? 👉 Hit reply and let me know! If I don't already have a vegan version of it on the blog, I just might have to create one! Vegan Pimento Cheese If you have skeptics in your life who think vegan cheese can't be...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, As much as I appreciate oats and like using them in my recipes, even I get tired of oatmeal sometimes. That's where this fonio porridge comes in. Garam masala gives the porridge a subtle warmth that's sure to feel extra cozy on chilly mornings (if this weather ever cools off!). You can also switch up the spices, milk, and fruit for endless flavor combinations. I love simple breakfast recipes like this that are easy to customize and feel nourishing in more ways than one. Fonio...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Yesterday officially marked 8 years of My Quiet Kitchen! 🥳 To celebrate, I decided to create a new cake recipe. I know how much y'all love an oil-free dessert, and since it is apple season, I thought an applesauce cake made sense. But I wanted to make it a bit more exciting than just a simple spiced cake, since it's a celebration and all. That's when I started thinking about apples, walnuts, and brown sugar, and realized I should also turn the whole thing upside-down! I hope you...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, The two ebooks I've been working on since May are finally finished. WooHOOO! 🥳 🙌 You can find them here: e-cookbooks I'm especially excited about the two new hard cheeses. They're steamed and use a combination of nuts & potato starch. No coconut oil, agar, OR kappa carrageenan needed. After all of the experimenting, I love that the winning method ended up being one of the easiest, too! Just blend, pour into a mold, steam for 30 minutes, and refrigerate overnight. The cheddar is...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, A few months ago I mentioned I had plans to create a few new recipe ebooks. Well, I have two almost finished (ice cream & cheese). I should feel good about this, but y'all, I'm so far down the cheese-testing rabbit hole, I don't know if there's a way out! I really wanted to create a few brand new recipes for the ebook. But apparently, “a few new recipes” is my brain’s way of saying, “Let’s spend 2 months making 47 versions of the same thing.” 😂 Basically, the cheese is now testing...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, I have to admit, I'm not the kind of person who responds well to too much structure. Tell me exactly what I'm supposed to eat every day, and I immediately want to rebel. 😅 I like the kind of meal prep that allows for "going with the flow." Much of the time that means preparing basics that go with everything, like rice, baked tofu, and tahini dressing. Occasionally I find myself in the mood for something specific, a full-meal kind of recipe that I KNOW I like (and never grow tired...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Have you ever made a recipe, taken a bite, and thought, Hmm. It's not bad? Before deciding I'm disappointed, I like to ask myself: What does this need? Because it's true, we all have different taste buds and preferences. What's perfectly seasoned to one person might taste bland to another. One person might want more acidity, while another wants more salt or spice. Sometimes, a recipe doesn't need to be scrapped... it just needs a little adjustment! 👉 Here are a few things to try...
2 months ago • 2 min read