Keyword: vegan

Dukkah Spice

Dukkah Spice

If variety is the spice of life then dukkah is then spice you need in your life.

Dukkah is a traditional Egyptian toasted spice, seed and nut blend. It’s quick and easy to make and it’s so versatile you can shake, bake and sprinkle it on just about anything.  Continue Reading

Avocado Pesto Pasta

Avocado Pesto Pasta

Are you looking for a quick and easy weeknight pasta recipe? If so, then I have just the recipe for you ~ my Avocado Pesto Pasta. And while I’m at it, I am also sharing my top tips for making better pasta.

This avocado pesto recipe is dairy-free and the pasta is gluten-free, so not only is it healthy but it is allergy-friendly as well. And, good news! Even though we’ve managed to sneak some greens in (fresh baby spinach), the kids will still love it and will not be the wiser.  Continue Reading

Vegan Ramen Bowl

Vegan Ramen Bowl

It’s that time of year when I am officially in hot comfort food mode. And nothing is more comforting than a bowl of soup. And a bowl of noodles. So how about a bowl of soup + noodles? Meaning… ramen!  Continue Reading

Thai Ginger Peanut Stir-Fry and Tips on How to Get Your Daily Veggies In

Thai Ginger Peanut Stir-Fry and Tips on How to Get Your Daily Veggies In

It’s time for another vegetable challenge: version 2.0.

I’m not sure how many of you took part in my first veggie challenge back in October, or at least how many of you aimed to reach the goal of eating 10 different veggies per day. But with the new year, and almost everyone looking to improve their diet one way or another, I think it is a good time to toss a few more veggies into the mix. Continue Reading

Molten Chocolate Brownies

Molten Chocolate Brownies

You know when you’re tired of chocolate and you just can’t… and you like… need a break? Yeah, me neither.

And apparently I am not the only one, because today is National Brownie Day. True story. I mean, who does not love brownies and who does not love chocolate!? But a day to celebrate either is a good day to me. Continue Reading

Vegetable Challenge: Sesame Ginger Stir-Fry Recipe

Vegetable Challenge: Sesame Ginger Stir-Fry Recipe

Photo: Jerran Boyer

Some people consider themselves vegetable lovers, but can they really “wok” the walk?

Let’s find out! I am presenting a vegetable challenge: let’s see if you can eat 10 different veggies per day for the next week. Wait, before you have a (artichoke) heart attack, it’ll be easier than you think. Especially if you make my easy peasy Asian vegetable stir-fry recipe, aka Sesame Ginger Stir-Fry, which gets you to your daily quota by lunchtime. P.S.- fresh herbs count, too!

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