When I was growing up, my mother loved to pamper us with delicious desserts after dinner each night. I have fond memories of how Mom loved to make Apple Betty Cobbler, Rice Pudding, Peach Cobbler, Jello or pound cake and top each dessert with ice cream. I was in charge of scooping up the ice cream, so I often [...]
Like many of us, I am a chocolate lover! Chocolate sweets and treats are typically associated with Valentine's Day but once I discovered the taste and benefits of raw cacao powder, I prefer to make my own cacoa- powered delights. The flavor is amazing and so are the health benefits: Raw cacao powder contains more than 300 different [...]
Who loves smoothies? I do--and so do millions more! Fruits and vegetables are a great source of nutrients for the body. And what better way to eat them than making smoothies? Many people who choose to eat a healthy diet add smoothies to their day because this allows them to easily get a regular serving of [...]
I love to make this healthy and delicious plant-protein smoothie when I need a quick pick me up. Whether for breakfast, lunch, post-workout fuel or for a snack, the ingredients in this creamy, nutrient rich blend pack a powerful punch! When I found organic blackberries in my local greenmarket, I happily purchased several containers and used them as the centerpiece [...]
Now you can avoid carrageenan and make your own organic hemp milk. For many years, I have replaced cow's milk with nondairy, plant-based milks. Of course, I am not alone. There are growing concerns about the benefits and safety of cow's milk, and many people are looking for alternatives. Also, lactose intolerance and allergies [...]
