This is simple to make and a very satisfying dessert to eat. The cost-benefit ratio is a win in my book. It’s vegan, gluten free, easily made paleo- or keto-diet friendly. Omit the sweeteners and it is candida-diet friendly as … Read More
Snacks
Brussels Sprouts with Currants & Almonds
Ingredients: 6-8 Tbsp coconut oil 1 lb Brussels sprouts, prepared and cut in half or quarters lengthwise Sea salt and black pepper 1/2 cup of finely chopped shallots 4 cloves finely chopped or minced garlic 2 Tbsp dried black currants 2 Tbsp slivered almonds Method: … Read More
Vegan Sour Cream
Vegan Sour Cream This vegan sour cream can be used as is or it melts great as a ricotta style cheese on pizza or anything that goes in the oven. It gets a nice golden-brownish color when baked. Ingredients: 1.5 … Read More
“Cheesy” Paleo Salsa Dip
“Cheesy” Paleo Salsa Dip This “cheesy” paleo salsa dip is a crowd winner at your next football or fancy party. If you can’t eat real cheese, this is a very satisfying second. Ingredients: 1.5 cups of soaked cashew All the cream from a … Read More
Hummus, Roasted Red Pepper
Hummus is easy to make, a big hit at parties with a flower of veggies around it, and is simple for a quick after school or, in the office, snack with some carrot, cucumber, or celery sticks. If you are … Read More
Baba Ganouj
I really love this twist on the traditional recipe. Baba ganouj, meet olive tapenade. Olive tapenade, meet baba ganouj. Match made in the food processor. Ingredients: 1 medium eggplant 2 medium cloves garlic 1/4 cup fresh lemon or lime juice … Read More
Gluten-Free Vegan Persimmon Chai Bread Recipe (refined sugar free)
I am a little in love with persimmons and this cake! I modified the original recipe obtained from: http://www.glutenfreeveganlove.com/vegan-gluten-free-recipes/gluten-free-vegan-persimmon-chai-bread-refined-sugar-free/ Appox. Time: 1 hour 25 mins Makes: 2 loaves or 1 loaf and a bunch of cupcakes Ingredients: 7 ripe persimmons ½ … Read More
Cinnamon Currant Chia Seed Pudding
Makes 1 cup Ingredients: 1/4 cup of Chia seeds 1/2 cup of almond milk 3/4 cup of coconut milk from a can* 1/2 tablespoon of honey 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon 1 pinch of sea salt 2-4 tablespoons of soaked currants *Nutiva brand is … Read More
Pumpkin “Cheesecake” cake
This recipe is from my favorite functional nutritionist, mentor, and overall superhero, Andrea Nakayama. I tweaked some minor details to make it more to my taste buds’ liking. It’s a great addition to any party, especially any autumn party! Add … Read More
Fermented Saurkraut
Ingredients: 4 1/2 lbs of thinly sliced cabbage (any color) 1/2 lb of shredded carrots (optional) 3 Tbs of Sea Salt or Himalayan Salt 2 cups of water couple of cloves of garlic, minced (optional) Method: Combine all of the … Read More