Black beans are my favorite, go-to comfort food. I love the fact that they are so versatile. From rice and beans to black bean soup to black bean burgers, these beans are so versatile. Pair them with sweet potatoes, corn, spices and herbs and this Spicy Vegan Black Bean Sweet Potato Soup is next-level delicious! Savor the [...]
After many wonderful vacations in Mexico over the years, I feel like have tried every variation on refried beans imaginable. Traditionally, refried beans are made from pinto beans. However, this version also incorporates red kidney beans for an interesting alternative. This Quick and Easy Vegan Refried Beans recipe boasts the powerful flavors of sauteed onions, garlic, [...]
Pancakes -- or flapjacks -- are a breakfast favorite in our home, but there is more than one way to make pancakes. I grew up with a mom who fried our pancakes in a cast iron pancake skillet on top of the stove, but here are other ways to make a pancake such as baking them [...]
Wild rice (also called Canada rice, Indian rice, and water oats) is four species of grasses forming the genus Zizania, and the grain that can be harvested from them. The grain was historically gathered and eaten in North America and China. While now a delicacy in North America, the grain is eaten less in China, where [...]
What are your favorite comfort foods? Most people will include potatoes among the list of their top comfort food -- and I certainly agree. Potatoes are filling, delicious, and can be prepared in so many different ways. On top of that, there are more than 4,000 types of potatoes to choose from including these adorable fingerling [...]
Whether you’re giving up sugar, animal products, carbs, or caffeine, any dietary change is going to be hard. It’s especially difficult when you love the food or substance you’re giving up -- and it’s hard not to love high-fat, high-sugar, high-calorie, carbohydrate-rich foods, if you’re a human being. Food cravings may be normal, but they don’t [...]
Green juices offer a variety of health benefits for basically every aspect of our lives. They’re always just so jam-packed with good nutrients that I often wonder why not everyone has a juicer or can’t seem to invest in the practice of juicing! But since you’re reading this article, I bet you’re pretty aware of the [...]
Cauliflower has become one of the hottest vegetable swaps for so many of our favorite plant-based dishes including rice, pizza crusts and tortillas. And the best news is that clever creators like CAULIPOWER make meal-prep faster and easier with veggie-forward innovations, including cauliflower pizza, cauliflower tortillas, and more. They have created a variety of delicious, vitamin-rich [...]
Improving your diet might seem like a hard task, but you can break it down into more manageable lifestyle changes. It has been proven over the years how important it is to eat a well-balanced and nutritious diet. Lack of proper nutrition can lead to life-threatening health conditions like heart disease or diabetes. With a few [...]
One of my favorite things about cooler weather is making and eating hot, hearty vegan soups. And this Vegan Quinoa White Bean Minestrone Soup is one of the best! This chunky, vegan Minestrone soup is brimming with rich flavor and texture from onions, carrots, celery, garlic, vegetable broth, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, white beans, quinoa, baby [...]
Creating delectable dishes from seasonal fall produce is always a pleasure. But imagine creating a creamy mash from roasted cauliflower, apple, shallots and rosemary leaves, then topping it with the crispy Brussels sprouts, warm cherries, and chopped pistachios. That's what makes this vegan Roasted Apple Cauliflower Mash with Brussels Sprouts so delicious. From cauliflower and apples [...]
Beets, beets, glorious beets! Most of the time when I shop, I find red beets, so it was such a delight to discover gorgeous golden beets at the farmers' market this week. While still relatively unknown compared to their red counterparts, Golden beets are favored for their mild flavor and bright color. They are believed to [...]
It's apple season and apples are everywhere. Apples taste good, but more importantly, they are very good for us. That's why they say "An apple a day, keeps the doctor away." Apples are provide disease-fighting antioxidants which help prevent and repair oxidation damage that happens during normal cell activity. They are a good source of fiber [...]
Granola is one of my favorite, healthy, breakfast treats, but I must admit that most of the time I use convenient, store-bought, natural granola. But imagine the fun you can have making your own homemade granola by combining pitted dates, almond butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract with rolled oats, cinnamon, salt, almonds, and [...]
Vegan diets have become more popular in the recent past, with more people trying them for animal welfare, health and even religious reasons. These diets are low in cholesterol and saturated fats, provide an abundance of nutrients and are also high in dietary fibre. While some people may be worried about not getting enough nutrients required [...]
When I reflect on the joys of fall and the wealth of fall produce that is available, apples and butternut squash are two of my favorite joys. When I go the our local farmers' market each fall, apples, pumpkins and winter squashes are everywhere. Fortunately, I have found so many healthy, delicious ways to prepare apples [...]
I fell in love with eggplant during my magical trip to Turkey. Everywhere I went in Turkey, I tried different delectable eggplant dishes, so now I am hooked. That's why I love this vegan Stuffed Eggplant with Stewed Chickpeas, Pomegranate & Tahini recipe -- and I hope you will too. According to the World's Healthies Foods, [...]
Autumn is a great season. Okay, we may have lost the summer sun but there’s something magical about the leaves changing color on the trees, and the cozy feeling you get returning home after a long walk. Along with the colorful display that nature provides, there are the culinary delights that come hand in hand with [...]
Are you thinking about switching to a gluten-free diet? The gluten-free diet has skyrocketed in popularity over the last several years. A recent study found that one in five Americans now reduce or eliminate gluten from their diet. While avoiding gluten is necessary for people with celiac disease, is it really necessary for everyone else? There [...]
Eating a nutritious diet is an important part of living a healthy lifestyle, but if you’re not used to cooking and preparing meals, the effort involved can be a major obstacle to achieving your dietary goals. Read on to learn ways you can make meal prep fun instead of a chore and find meal prep resources [...]
This delectable Roasted Fennel and Red Onion Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing is one of my favorite vegan salads. First of all, the natural sweetness of roasted fennel and red onion add subtle depth to this beautiful and delicious salad, Next, the addition of preserved lemon rind adds an unexpected pop of flavor to the dressing. [...]
One of my most memorable vacations was the 21 day tour of Morocco--not just because of the amazing people and culture, but because of their delectable spices and distinctive cuisine. That's why this Spicy Vegan Moroccan-Inspired Chickpea Stew is one of my favorites. The intense spice blend of garlic, red onions, red bell peppers, ground cumin, [...]
When pumpkins are everywhere you look, it's almost impossible not to be inspired to make a pumpkin-flavored treat like this Vegan Pumpkin Puree Chia Seed Pudding Parfait. This pumpkin-flavored chia seed pudding was layered with pumpkin puree and transformed into a yummy parfait topped with pumpkin seeds, walnuts, granola and drizzled with coconut milk, maple syrup [...]
During the fall months, homes and stores become filled with all sorts of fall imagery, and so the sight of pumpkins is never absent during these months, but far beyond being a simple decoration, pumpkins are an ideal squash that can be used in all sorts of baked goods like cakes and pies. When I think [...]
