I don’t pamper myself often (with the exception of spending a little more money on really good food and treats like this strawberry semifreddo ice cream, but of course). I actually have a difficult time believing that I deserve a couple of hours to take care of myself (I’m working on it, trust me!) If we…
Desserts
No-Bake Banana Cream Pie
Right out of college I moved up north and worked in a group home and actually lived with six teenaged girls who were drug and alcohol dependent. For a 21 year old to drive a mini van around town, taking 17 year olds to therapy appointments, AA meetings, and various errands, it was a…
Copycat Pilsbury Sugar Cookies (GF/V)
Copycat Pilsbury Cookies (GF/V) All of a sudden I have this urge to invite all my girlfriends over for a slumber party tonight as I have two logs of cookie dough setting in my fridge. This must have been a staple for any party in my household because why else would I associate the two?…
Gluten-Free Vegan Lemon Blackberry Cupcakes
Talk about one adorable belly bump (oh good grief, my ovaries are starting to scream down below!), Ella of Pure Ella is one of those pregnant gals that makes it look effortlessly and is simply flawless. I just want to reach out and talk in my high-pitched baby voice to that belly (only with permission, of…
Vegan Cinnamon Cashew Milk Flan
So we have Shredded Hearts of Palm Soft Tacos in place for the main attraction, a Vegan Queso Dip indulged by cashews and salsa as an appetizer, a homemade Roasted Heirloom Tomato Salsa perfect for chip-dipping, and a spicy yet sweet Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita to chase all this good food down. We are done right? Hardly!…
Gluten-Free Vegan Lemon Sugar Cookies
With a hint of citrus and packed with a soft crunch, these Lemon Sugar Bunny Cookies are a must-make for your household this coming Easter. I was so pleased with how beautifully yellow the turmeric colored the icing also! Makes me wanna buy a bunny…or maybe just bake another batch of cookies. Let’s talk a little…
Vegan Cadbury Egg Bowls
If you have been following Fork & Beans for a while, you will note my love for holidays and foods that are shaped in celebration for it. Shoot, I have a section in my Recipes that is labeled “Holidays“ so it’s needless to say that I love getting creative with my food when there is a holiday approaching. …
