I recently read the this wonderful article written by Doug Lisle, who co-authored the amazing and highly recommended book, The Pleasure Trap. I loved his optimistic attitude and I just had to share! “Once you know the connection between dietary choices and health, watching other people eat can be a gruesome sight. It can […]
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Newbie – Chili-Lime Toasted Cashews
I just got home from a week in Oregon for my first week of Yoga Teacher Training. It was an incredible experience for many reasons, but the part I would love to share with you is the FOOD. We had all our meals prepared for us by a vegan chef! It was amazing food with […]
Maintenance – Pumpkin Curry Soup
If you are anything like me then you know that “pumpkin” is synonymous with “Fall”. There is just something about when the weather changes that beckons me into the kitchen to make soup! Here is a simple, lovely soup that is perfect for the season. Pumpkin Curry Soup 8oz fresh mushrooms, sliced ½ cup sweet […]
Veteran – The best "MEATLOAF" ever!
I finally got around to making Rip Esselstyn’s “MEATLOAF”…and I am in love! My good friend brought me over some and she was surprised that I had never made it. For some reason I thought either I wouldn’t like it and/or it would be too difficult. Neither is true. It takes a little longer than […]
Maintenance – Utah Group Buy
How do you stock up for FREE on a year’s worth of nuts, seeds, unprocessed sweeteners, cold-pressed oils, and other awesome stuff? Be a part of a local GROUP BUY. It all started because in an effort to find truly raw (unpasteurized) almonds in the retail stores. (You still can’t!) I discovered the group buy […]
Maintenance – Raspberry Coconut Fruit Tart (UNBELIEVABLY delicious)!
Don’t let anybody tell you that RAW and VEGAN can’t be absolutely irrisistable! This recipe will change anyone’s mind! Healthy, nutritious, and mouth-wateringly delicious. I absolutely love having whole-food-hottie friends that bring me their wonderful creations! You can imagine my delight when my girlfriend brought this to my door (thanks Kelly!)….I think I may have […]
Veteran – "Profoundly Pro-Vegetable.”
I recently read a great article found in The Boston Globe titled: SHOULD WE EAT MEAT? I found it to be an easy and quick read (just what I like) and I LOVED the matter-of-fact approach as the author answered this meat question. Here is a portion of the article, but you should read […]
Newbie – Basic Breakfast for fall
One of my all time favorite breakfast for the kiddos is quick and simple and can be consumed year round. Warm or cold! 1/2 cup rolled oats 1 tbs chia seeds 1 tbs sesame seeds 1 tbs sunflower seeds 1 tbs peanut butter Any other seeds you like sprinkle with cinnamon your favorite plant-based […]
Maintenance – Peach Fruit Leather – kids approved!
I love this time of the season!!! When food preservation becomes a passion in trying to can, bottle, dry or any other method we use to preserve as much of nature’s goodness as possible! I have a peach orchard right now the street from me, and when I can get a huge box of […]
Veteran – Quick Veggie Pita Lunch
Here is a quick VEGGIE Pita Lunch recipe. I used whole wheat pita bread, but you can use tortillas if that’s what you have. Try making this lunch using different flavors of hummus and salsa. I love using Trader Joes- Jalapeno Lime hummus (which is my FAVORITE)! Vegetarian Sandwich Wrap INGREDIENTS Green onion, choppedBell pepper, seeded […]