Category Archives: HEALTHY

HEARTY WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP

Hearty Winter Vegetable Soup, brimming with seasonal root vegetables, makes a filling vegan meal for the cooler weather. The pearl barley adds a creaminess & richness to the broth without the use of dairy. I’ve never been very fond of vegetable soup, usually finding it thin and insipid. However, add a little barley to the […]

Burst Tomato and Zucchini Spaghetti with Avocado Sauce

We are living in the deep of winter. Deep, dark, frozen winter. We’re talking multiples of ten below zero where your hands get frostbite within like two seconds of being exposed to the air. Why/how/why? This is exactly why I am channeling the warm vibes by bringing avocado, zucchini, and tomatoes into my life in […]

Roasted Root Vegetables with Tomatoes and Kale

Spring has arrived! Though it’s still cold in many parts of the country. Enough time perhaps to sneak in one more winter recipe? If you still have root vegetables in your fridge looking for a perfect recipe before the spring weather catches up with the calendar, try this one. It’s a ragout of sorts, roasted […]

Cauliflower Mock ‘Potato’ Salad Recipe

Looking for a lower-carb option for your beloved potato salad?  This Cauliflower Mock ‘Potato’ Salad recipe is for you! Raise your hand if you love potato salad! Mmmmm, hmmmmm … I’m right there with all of you who shot your hand straight up as fast as it would possibly move. Now … raise your hand […]

BAKED FRIES WITH GARLIC SAUCE

Baked Fries with Garlic Sauce and Oregano. Baked potato wedges served with garlic hummus tahini Oregano sauce. These Garlic Fries are super addictive and just like the deep fried Mediterranean Garlic Fries. Add vegan feta if you like. Vegan Gluten-free Soy-free Snack Recipe. Every time I am around Bellevue, I remember how much I like […]

Seafood Risotto

I was recently contacted by the folks who work for an Italian cookware brand, Lagostina. They were having an exclusive blogger challenge/giveaway where they would gift me, and one of my lucky readers their beautiful La Lagostina Risottiera (risotto pot) a retail value of (199.95) They asked if I could create a winter risotto recipe […]

Chicken Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo

Chicken Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo-A rich, flavorful gumbo  with authentic flavors –  loaded with chicken, sausage, shrimp and crab legs.  Simply Delicious. I Heart Gumbo! It just blends right in with my African Cuisine -spicy, substantial, well seasoned, full of amazing ingredients … I have got to say the combination is right on point. Now […]

Chickpea Stew Vegan Gluten-free Recipes

This is the best Chickpea Stew ever! It is hearty and comforting, tastes delicious with rice. I have been so busy lately, it’s been a roller coaster ride since our move to Ohio. So many wonderful things are happening to our family and we feel so grateful for the abundance of blessings that are coming […]