This recipe is a nutritious and colorful side dish. It also makes a nice holiday side dish. It is a beautiful blend of sweet and tart flavors. It’s also gluten-free and vegan, so you can provide this dish for those who have those specialized diets. The sweet potato is sweet, but not the high-calorie indulgence […]
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Aug
Aug
This is a great broth, especially for someone who isn’t feeling well. I drain off the vegetables and drink the broth. You can save the vegetables and eat them, or eat it all together as a vegetable soup. This is a very alkalizing meal. Ingredients 1 zucchini 4 carrots 2 celery stalks 1 large potato […]
07
Jul
Jul
Sometimes I just feel like having something crunchy, salty, and savory! Growing up in Texas meant having a true appreciation for Mexican food and Tex-Mex food. When I became a vegetarian, it became a little more challenging. Many chips, salsas, and beans have meat broth added to the food, so I started making my own […]
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Jun
Jun
It’s spring in the northern hemisphere and leafy greens are currently flourishing in many gardens. Dark leafy greens are among the healthiest foods, because the rich/deep green color indicates a high level of antioxidants. The dark color pigments of fruits and vegetables are the antioxidants! According to the Cleveland Clinic, the pigments are called carotenoids. […]
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May
May
This is an easy, delicious, and refreshing soup to serve cool, on a warm summer day. I have frequently served this to guests when they arrive at my home! Cucumbers are especially good because they contain a “hormone needed by the beta cells of the pancreas to produce insulin. The enzyme crepsin in cucumbers is […]
14
Feb
Feb
These scrumptious chocolate-dipped fruits can make a lovely dessert that is also healthy. Additionally, you can also use this chocolate-dipped fruit recipe with slices of your favorite dried fruit, like apricots. I buy “little” wooden skewers or long wooden toothpicks to slide the chunks of fruit onto, so they are easier to dip and serve. […]
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Baked Cauliflower With Tahini Sauce And Raisins – Gluten-free & Plant-based
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Jan
Jan
Baked cauliflower is always delicious, but when you add tahini sauce to it, the health benefits soar. Tahini is a sesame butter/paste that is popular in Middle Eastern cuisine. “Studies show sesamol, a natural chemical found in sesame seeds and sesame oil, has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging benefits. Other studies say it also has strong […]
25
Dec
Dec
Merry Christmas! One of my favorite things to do at Christmas-time is to make a warm cozy drink. Two of my favorite winter holiday drinks are Plant-Based Eggnog and Cinnamon Chai Tea Latte. Here are the recipes! Plant-Based Eggnog This is an easy recipe to make and it is plant-based and gluten-free. I try to […]
29
Oct
Oct
More and more people of all ages have told me how they either have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Sleep is a vital part of our lives and our well-being, but lack of sleep can become a problem in today’s fast-paced world. This article has some of my best holistic sleep remedies. As we […]
03
Sep
Sep
It is National Mushroom Month! Many of you may be cooking outdoors this month. This is a great vegan/vegetarian version to serve plant-based diners. I used to take a portobello mushroom with me whenever I went to cookouts and I wanted to have something plant-based to eat with everyone. I have made this for many […]