When people find out I'm vegan one of the first things they say to me is they could never give up dairy. They don't realize that there are alternatives to keep that cheesy flavor in their lives even without involving a cow. If you are working on a dietary change or just like to try new things, these Vegan Almond "Parmesan" Sprinkles will prove to you that vegans eat delicious food. I've tried a few brands of vegan Parmesan substitutes and I like this recipe better. Store-bought ... Read More about Vegan Almond “Parmesan”
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Crockpot Lavender Cocoa
Crockpot Lavender Cocoa is a delicious and unique twist on the classic hot chocolate recipe. Not only does it have the rich, chocolatey flavor that we all know and love, but it also has a subtle floral note from the addition of lavender. While kids love chocolate everything, and so does Cheryl, I need a little razzle-dazzle with my cocoa. I love chocolate withs... like chocolate with orange and chocolate mint, but chocolate lavender may just be at the top of my list. I love the ... Read More about Crockpot Lavender Cocoa
Super Simple Slow Cooker Tempeh Mushroom Stroganoff
This Tempeh Mushroom Stroganoff is amazingly easy and full of great flavors. It has few ingredients, but the mushrooms combined with the bouillon create an amazing broth that becomes the base of the sauce. I don't use tempeh as much as I should. It's a fermented soy product that's originally from Indonesia. Most people agree that fermented soy products are better for you and easier to digest. Tempeh has a reputation for having a bitter taste, but if you steam it for 10 minutes ... Read More about Super Simple Slow Cooker Tempeh Mushroom Stroganoff
Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Frijoles
This slow cooker refried bean recipe is simple but adding butternut squash amps up the nutrition. The chipotle brings a little spicy and lots of smokiness. The cilantro and lime give it a fresh flavor that you'll love it in your favorite tacos, burritos and more! You probably have some Winter squash on your t-day menu. If you make an extra cup and purée it, you are ready to make these beans. If you don't have time to make the beans now, go ahead and freeze the extra squash in ... Read More about Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Frijoles
Slow Cooker Pear Rose Cardamom Cake Oatmeal – the Oatmeal to Help You Escape the Monday Blues
This is a Monday that I'm just not prepared for. I've been taking things out of cabinets, cleaning and re-organizing the kitchen all weekend. That sounds great right? I'm probably just tired, and should think of that feeling of accomplishment. Except - I'm still not done and my kitchen is a little wrecked. I hate not completing things. I hope I will get back to it this weekend - during the week I have too many deadlines to meet. So, I declare this oatmeal the one that will make me forget ... Read More about Slow Cooker Pear Rose Cardamom Cake Oatmeal – the Oatmeal to Help You Escape the Monday Blues
Beyond Easy (Not) Refried Beans
Now that I've gotten you to at least start thinking about getting a 1 1/2 to 2 quart slow cooker - here's another recipe for it. This time it's a savory staple that can make any meal easy - refried beans - except my beans play no part in the frying game. They're completely oil-free, so you there's no guilt, and fewer calories than the regular version! Refried beans won't win any beauty contest, but they are cheap, tasty and good for you. The recipe below is a jumping off point. You can add ... Read More about Beyond Easy (Not) Refried Beans
It’s Time to Preserve the Harvest Again: Diced Tomatoes
Last year I posted this when I was working on recipes for my book. This was my canning work. I hate having the stove on when it's hot outside. I wanted to enjoy cheap, organic heirlooms all winter and spring - and I did! Another plus is that you can freeze heirlooms that aren't acidic enough to can. So, go buy some ugly, not perfect, seconds tomatoes this weekend. Ask the farmers and you'll probably get a box cheap. Then you can enjoy them all winter long! This is an easy, free-form ... Read More about It’s Time to Preserve the Harvest Again: Diced Tomatoes
Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce Fresh Tomatoes and Basil
Take it easy and make my Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce Fresh Tomatoes after a long day harvesting tomatoes and basil from your garden. I fell in love with all the vibrant colors at the farmers market this weekend! There were various shades of eggplant - from lavender to deep purple - peppers of all colors and heat, even Italian tomatoes in red, yellow, and orange. The colors memorized me into buying more eggplant than I can typically sneak by Cheryl - my resident ... Read More about Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce Fresh Tomatoes and Basil
Vegan Slow Cooker Kheer – a Creamy Indian Rice Pudding
I'm on a summer dessert kick, so I started thinking about kheer - because it's such a great cooling dessert that deserves to be veganized. I've made kheer oatmeal, but I had never made proper kheer. Kheer is an Indian rice pudding flavored with cardamom that's speckled with nuts and raisins. One of the things I like about it is that the rice breaks down to make it creamier than the typical American rice pudding. It's ridiculously easy and nutritious when you use brown rice and nondairy ... Read More about Vegan Slow Cooker Kheer – a Creamy Indian Rice Pudding