Recipes
Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies
I am elated to uncover this recipe. They’re sweet, and chewy, and nutty, and chocolatey, and they taste remarkably like real brownies, no joke. In short, each perfect bite is super indulgent satisfaction in your mouth, and I’m obsessed. You will be too… And as far as easy recipes go, this one’s a total winner.…
Read MoreThe Doctor
Make this juice and feel the fruit and veggie vibes! The Doctor is the name of this juice that I order every time I visit Food & Thought which happens to be one of my favorite health food stores located in Naples, Florida. Last year the store came out with a cookbook and I had…
Read MoreCurried Butternut Squash Soup with Lentils & Apples
This satisfying soup will make you glad it’s getting cold outside. When it comes to soups I can honestly say, I love winging it. I like to look into the refrigerator and cupboards and see what I have on-hand that can be whipped up into a delicious soup. Hello, fall vegetables, let’s see what you…
Read MoreAutumn Chopped Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Maple-Cider Vinaigrette
Though the warm weather’s subsided, there’s always room on the table for a fresh green salad. This past Tuesday marked the official start of fall, and aside from unpacking my cool weather jackets and swiping on a darker shade of lipstick, I am also so excited about the bounty of fall produce and delicious seasonal…
Read MoreBaked Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Black Beans & Lime Crema
I’ve been on a bit of a sweet potato kick lately. Let me tell you, this recipe is right up my alley when it comes to warm, hearty, comfort food. That’s right, some of my absolute favorite ingredients like black beans, red bell pepper, cilantro, and sweet potato all in the same place, all packed…
Read MoreAlmond Joy Bars
Is your sweet tooth nudging you? These little bites of oh so yummy coconut, almonds and chocolate will take care of the cravings you might be having for all the Halloween candy that we see in the stores this time of year. If you are new to raw desserts, you’ve gotta try this one! They…
Read MorePeanut Coconut Sauce
Never underestimate the power of a tasty all-purpose sauce, like this peanut coconut sauce. Some people love ketchup, others love ranch. In our home, this peanut coconut sauce is king. Over the years, I’ve experimented with several peanut sauce recipes and this one is my favorite. It comes together in the whiz of a food processor…
Read MoreSummer Veggie Bowl with Honey Mustard Dressing
Fresh veggie bowls are the perfect summer meal. For a light and easy one bowl meal, you can’t go wrong with this recipe. Fresh tomatoes, cucumber, basil, broccoli, corn, quinoa and avocado give this recipe that light summer freshness we all need in the hot weather. Minimal clean up, full of flavors and good for…
Read MoreCreamy Chocolate Fudgesicles!
No need to pinch yourself, because you’re not dreaming. These pops are seriously amazing, easy, decadent, & totally vegan. YUM! Having moved into the healthier, aspect of eating, some think that all the delicious treats are off limits. Absolutely not! bliss on a stick. But consider yourself warned; coconut milk makes the most fabulous fudgesicles…
Read MoreSmoky Sweet Potato & Quinoa Tacos
I have a deep affection for Mexican food, especially tacos and this version is ridiculously yummy. Prepare yourself. Black beans mingle with quinoa, sweet potatoes, garlic and spices in this tasty filling. Then comes the festive summer toppings! These tacos are studded with sweet corn, tomatoes, avocado, cilantro and seasoned to perfection with fresh lime…
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