healthy

  • Vegan Cheese Dip

    Looking for a delicious dip/spread that is not only made with real, good-for-you ingredients but is also tasty?  Often dips and cheeses do add lots of flavor, but lets face it, are usually filled with processed crap.  As a girl who loves herself a good cheese plate, I have to admit, I am trying to…

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    Mexican Skillet

    I love this skillet dish.  It’s loaded with peppers, onions, and potatoes and boldly seasoned taco seasoning.  It easily comes together and only uses one pot, but this simplicity doesn’t take away from it’s amazing taste.  Another plus is it stores well which makes for good leftover.  I added some vegan sausage, which can be…

  • Raspberry Greens Smoothie

    Smoothies are my go-to breakfast, and even though I’m a creature of habit, this keeps me trying out new combinations so I don’t get bored.  I was pleasantly surprised when I chucked a handful of frozen raspberries into a banana spinach smoothie.  The combo is seriously refreshing and nutritious.  Topped off with some nut butter and…

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    Homemade Nut Butter

    I thought I should wait before adding another ridiculously simple recipe to the blog, but I’ve gotten lots of questions on nut butter so… I love making staples, like this cashew butter, because it’s so easy, I am in control of the ingredients, and it often saves money.  I’ve been making a bigger effort to…

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    Vegan Shakshuka

    Shakshuka is one of those recipes that I was SO intimidated by and didn’t give it a good try until last year.  Now it is a go-to weekday recipe, which means it is easy and delicious.  There is so much flavor, it’s healthy, and can be as light or filling as you like.  I’ll serve…