Remember in a recent survey I sent out when we all agreed easy recipes rule? Yeah, me too! This Pepe Bucatini with Roasted Cauliflower is so simple, yet so incredibly delicious! 'Pepe' meaning black pepper in Italian, is traditional in this Italian first course which we're presenting as a main ... continue reading...
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My Grandmother’s Green Pepper Chow Mein
My Grandmother's Green Pepper Chow Mein has been in the back of my mind for a long, LONG time. You see, the original version of this recipe was one my grandmother had made for us "kids" for years. But back then, we were meat-eaters *cringe* and I wanted to somehow make it work simply using ... continue reading...
Pumpkin Hummus with Cinnamon Sugared Pita Chips
Too soon for pumpkin recipes? Nope :) I love fall and am soooo ready for it. The Arizona summers have been a brutal 108 degrees for literally weeks. Pumpkin is my favorite flavor on this planet and fall = pumpkin, so bring on the Pumpkin Hummus with Cinnamon Sugared Pita Chips! This recipe ... continue reading...
Big Apple Pizza!
This Big Apple Pizza is just that! Bet you didn't know that Pepperidge Farm brand Puff Pastry Sheets are accidentally vegan. Who wants to sit around making homemade puff pastry? Not this girl :) This is no small, single-serving dessert. It's a full quarter sheet pan! The pastry is lined with ... continue reading...
August 2016 IPSY Glam Bag Review
August 2016 IPSY GLAM BAG Review This first in a new monthly series, it's time for the August 2016 IPSY Glam Bag Review and un-boxing! Or should I say, un-bagging. These little bags are one of my favorite aspects of this service. As a little disclaimer, not all products in the IPSY bags may ... continue reading...
Mashed Chickpea & Avocado Salad Sandwich
There are many versions of chickpea salad sandwiches on the web. In fact, you can even find another version I did here. But when I tried mashed chickpeas with avocado mayonnaise, I was sold! The avocado really adds so much to the recipe. Not two ingredients I would have necessarily put together, ... continue reading...
Tomato Avocado Tartare
Who knew that avocado could be so fancy? This Tomato Avocado Tartare is a spin on the classic, sometimes mundane, avocado toast and takes just minutes to create. Although ours is merely a play on words, 'tartare' being derived from "served with tartar sauce", it's completely vegan using dijon to ... continue reading...
So Delicious Dairy Free Strawberry Lemonade Float
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DairyFree4All #CollectiveBias So Delicious Dairy Free Strawberry Lemonade Float When I think of refreshing summer desserts, I think of floats! I remember my first experience with root beer ... continue reading...
Caramelized Carrot Risotto
This recipe for Caramelized Carrot Risotto was inspired by one I found in a magazine from way back in 2008. It sounded really good on paper, but when I tested the recipe, it really needed some tweaking in the flavor department. Risotto may seem really daunting to make, but if you can stir ... ... continue reading...
Sweet and Sour Zucchini
Lately I have been craving flavorful meals that are a little less "heavy" and lower in calories. This recipe for Sweet and Sour Zucchini with peppers, onions and of course, pineapple fits the bill! It's so simple to throw together taking less than 30 minutes total. The sauce is traditional ... continue reading...
Roasted Tomato Soup
This Roasted Tomato Soup is so incredibly simple, I don't know why I haven't shared it with you before! It is comprised of roasted tomatoes, onions, celery and carrots along with one surprise ingredient. Potatoes. I know, kind of crazy, right? But stick with me. The potatoes help act as a ... continue reading...
Loaded Barbecue Baked Beans
One of my earliest recipes, Brown Sugar Barbecue Baked Beans, has been one of my most popular recipes this time of year. So I thought I'd do another version and thus these Loaded Barbecue Baked Beans were born! This time around, start with your favorite prepared barbecue sauce. Vegan-friendly, ... continue reading...
Grilled Portobello Steak with Tomato Corn Relish
This simple Grilled Portobello Steak with Tomato Corn Relish is so simple and yet incredibly flavorful. These bowl-type meals are my absolute favorite way to eat these days. More recipes like this one coming soon! I cook the portobello mushrooms directly over a high heat on a lightly oiled ... continue reading...
Cucumber Salad with Pickled Onions
Make it simple this summer with this fresh Cucumber Salad with Pickled Onions. Now, I know what you are thinking. Pickled onions? I promise that the preparation takes literally minutes and the taste is totally worth it! The pickling brine is all of five (count 'em five) ingredients. You read ... continue reading...
Bruschetta Pasta Salad
One of my favorite 'go-to' appetizers to order out is bruschetta, but I am also a HUGE pasta fanatic. So I thought, why not combine the two in this Bruschetta Pasta Salad? My recipe incorporates toasted bread cubes and all of the typical ingredients in that classic favorite. Kind of a twist on a ... continue reading...
3 Ingredient Red Bean Burgers
I have been a lonnnng search for a veggie burger that I actually like. One that holds together, has the correct texture and tastes delicious. Well, my friends...I have finally found that veggie burger and I think you'll love it too! The best part is that it contains only 3 ingredients. Yep, just ... continue reading...
Golden Hominy Salad Tartines
This recipe for Golden Hominy Salad Tartines was inspired by one in a magazine called Cook Fresh and just screams "spring", don't you think? That particular inspiration recipe wasn't vegan and featured an egg salad. I always love the challenge of seeing what I can come up with as a substitute and ... continue reading...
REVIEW: Lucky Rice Book by Danielle Chang
I was excited about receiving this book after noticing that it was O, The Oprah Magazine‘s Cookbook of the Month. I love Asian food and this release by Clarkson Potter is full of delicious recipes. This is a REVIEW: Lucky Rice Book by Danielle Chang. Leafing through the book, it is a bit ... continue reading...
Irish Potato Pancakes a/k/a “Boxty”
Boxty (bacstaí in Irish) are traditional Irish potato pancakes. Translated, it's "poor man's bread". Made with both cooked mashed and raw grated potatoes. Think somewhere between a pancake and a hash brown. Fried in butter on either a griddle or saute pan, my take on this dish is served atop ... continue reading...
Maple Glazed Sweet Potato with Miso Butter Sauce
February 22nd is National 'Cook A Sweet Potato Day' and so I figured ... why settle for ordinary, when you can have extraordinary?! This Maple Glazed Sweet Potato with Miso Butter Sauce was one of those moments when I see a non-vegan dish (in this case, asian-glazed salmon) and am inspired to ... continue reading...
Tofu Bolognese
Tofu Bolognese is a recipe I have been wanting to try, but have been a little hesitant to do so. If you've followed me for awhile, you know that I am not a huge fan of tofu. It's a texture thing. Then, I found this method of both baking and pan-frying the tofu and it makes the most amazing vegan ... continue reading...
Tropical Oatmeal Bowl
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BringYourBestBowl #Kroger #CollectiveBias I am trying my best to eat healthy and what better way than to start the day off right with a delicious and hearty bowl of Quaker® Oats? I get ... continue reading...
Carrot Cake Pancakes
This recipe is an adaptation of the Carrot Cake Pancakes in Bobby Flay's new book, Brunch at Bobby's. I of course had to make a few adjustments to create a vegan version, but the end result was pretty delicious. Bobby's version uses a mixture of cream cheese and maple syrup as a topping, but I ... continue reading...
REVIEW: Brunch at Bobby’s Book
I am a longtime fan of Bobby Flay, so when the opportunity to review Brunch at Bobby’s arose, I was thrilled to take part! The first thing you’ll notice is the quality of this book and it’s size. Brunch At Bobby’s is beautifully bound with over 140 recipes and 250 full-color pages. The book is ... continue reading...
Roasted Broccoli Cakes
This recipe for Roasted Broccoli Cakes served with a tangy dipping sauce was a big hit in my family. With just a handful of ingredients, they are also very simple to prepare. I chose to bake these, though I suppose they could be pan-fried if you prefer. Building on my ever-growing love obsession ... continue reading...
REVIEW: Happy Cooking by Giada De Laurentiis
Anyone who knows me, knows that I am a huge fan of cooking shows and Giada is one of my absolute favorites so I was really excited to be able to review her new release, Happy Cooking. At first glance, the recipes in Happy Cooking are very simple dishes to prepare. The book is meant to help ... continue reading...
Leftover Thanksgiving Hand Pies
Thanksgiving is over, but the leftovers remain. These Leftover Thanksgiving Hand Pies are a great way to use up those side dishes. I made an easy homemade pie dough, but if you are really just looking for a quick option, a refrigerated pie dough will do. Stuffing, gravy, green bean casserole, ... continue reading...
Minestrone Soup
What is more comforting on a cold winter day than a warming bowl of Minestrone Soup? This soup is packed full of flavor and loaded with veggies. Some traditional of the recipe, some not so much. I like to get creative with my ingredients (and you should too). This Minestrone makes 6-8 servings ... continue reading...
REVIEW: Mark Bittman’s KITCHEN MATRIX Book
Wow! This book by Mark Bittman is literally jam packed with quick and simple recipes. The book gives you basic recipes and then several variations on it. Yes, Mark Bittman's KITCHEN MATRIX Book gives you permission to play with your food, "with more than 700 simple recipes and techniques to mix ... continue reading...
Pumpkin Pie Cookies
Are you already thinking about Christmas cookies? My analytics indicate that you just might be :) I thought I would kick off this holiday season early with one of my absolute favorites! The sugar cookie crust mixture also doubles as our crumbly topping. Inside, a delicious pumpkin spice and ... continue reading...