I’m not a big fan of quinoa, but when you give it a little love and combine it with southwest seasonings and corn, black beans, and salsa, it’s irresistible. Make a double batch because you’ll look forward to eating this for lunch every day. Top it with cilantro and avocado and Slap Your Mama seasoning and your belly […]
Tomato & Spinach Penne Pasta
There’s nothing as satisfying as delicious, creamy pasta. Especially when you can cook the whole party in just one pot. Easy prep, easy clean-up, easy to love. The starch from the pasta and the nondairy milk make the sauce creamy, so no need to add oil, fat, or nuts that have been soaked for hours. It […]
Creamy Broccoli Dal
This was one of the first vegan soups I made, some 10-odd years ago. It’s from Lauren Ulm’s Vegan Yum Yum, and the only change I’ve made is omitting the oil. It tastes even better the next day. Delicious spooned over a baked potato or a steaming bowl of rice.
One-Bowl Blueberry Muffins
Can you tell I don’t like washing dishes? The fewer the better, without compromising taste of course. Plump, purple blueberries burst inside of these little guys, lending a tangy sweetness. Ripe, mashed banana and nondairy yogurt or applesauce are easy substitutes for oil. Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon on top before baking for a sweet, […]
8 Essential Tips For Vegan Cruising
Hubby and I went on a cruise to Bermuda and it was divine. No kids, no work — well, not much work — no cooking or chores, and lots of sleeping in and down-time. Over the years, we’ve cruised to the Bahamas and Bermuda, twice on Norwegian (Breakaway) and twice on Royal Caribbean (Grandeur of […]
Tres Hermanas Stew (Three Sisters Stew)
No, I’m not crazy.
Yes, we are in the middle of 90+ degree July heat and yes, I’m making a knock-your-socks-off, chunky stew. It’s hot. And spicy. It is the antithesis of summer-friendly food. Why, you ask? We have a sick kid at home. And we have to get her better before her big performance (in Fame) at drama summer camp. But more importantly, we have to get her better so she’s better and not sick. So that means a no-nonsense, super-nutritious pot of Tres Hermanas Stew. One that has loads of antioxidants to fight this big bad daddy of an illness. Continue Reading…
Here Comes the Sun Breakfast Quinoa
The clouds finally cleared and the sun came back. After so many rainy, dreary days, it seems like we finally have our spring. Walking this morning in the sunshine felt so darn good. I’m vitamin D-ized again. Of course I’ll be cursing the unrelenting DC heat and glare come July, but for now I’ll take the sun and all its glory with wild abandon! A super-flavorful, high-protein breakfast is perfect for this morning. Move aside ‘oatmeal’. The winter is O-V-E-R. I’ll have some quinoa cooked in almond milk, with chewy raisins, sweet apricots, and subtle flavors of vanilla and cinnamon. Topped with toasted almonds to add some crunch. Delicious. Nom, nom, nom… Continue Reading…
Garlic Braised Kale
This kale recipe is always a hit in my Kickstart Your Health classes. It’s just so darn good. Savory. Chewy. Garlicky. Salty. And it takes very little time to prepare. It’s E-A-S-Y and almost mistake-proof. Continue Reading…