If you haven’t learned yet, the possibilities of turning veggies into hearty meal are endless. You just have to retrain your brain to view food differently. I take a look at mushrooms and immediately begin to make a mental list about everything a mushroom is. Meaty. Chewy. Mild in flavor. Then I ask myself what…
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Strawberry Rhubarb Pancakes
Let the Brunch Off begin! The secret ingredient given to me from the incredible lifestyle website BlissTree? Rhubarb. To see the article and another great way to cook with rhubarb, click here. Full of rhubarb and strawberries–you will be in Spring-ready fruit heaven! Strawberry-Rhubarb Stuffed Pancakes Gluten, egg, and dairy-free Makes 4 large…
Avocado Mango Fig Salsa
It’s already happening. We completely bypassed any sign of winter and went straight into spring. The worst part? It’s already summer now here in LA. Let’s do the math. That’s 6 months of hot, hot heat. The best part about summer is craving chips* and salsa for every meal. Today the craving is not just…
Italian Quinoa Bites
Oh Italian Quinoa Bites… How I love thee… What fun little appetizer bites these are! You might wanna make them for dinner, however. You won’t be able to get yourself to stop eating them. I know that everyone says that but this time it’s serious. Crunchy on the outside with a warm quinoa center that melts into…
Beer-Battered Cauliflower Tacos
There are 3 things you need in life: 1). Something to do, 2). Something to love, and 3). Something to look forward to. And beer. The silent 4th. Oh, and cauliflower that has been dipped in a beer batter and eaten like tacos. When you are not happy, you are not doing one of those things….
Crispy Orange Cauliflower
Just when you thought Chinese food was off-limits, I give you Crispy Orange Cauliflower. Yes, you heard me correctly. What looks like chicken is actually cauliflower… Proof as to why I am a better cook than baker. Cooking comes a lot more naturally for me–I am more at ease in finding my way around…
Black Bean Sliders
Who says that being gluten, egg, and dairy-free means you are unable to entertain your guests with fun-sized, tasty food? There is no need to feel limited just because you might be allergic to or are avoiding specific foods. This protein-packed recipe proves just that point. These mini burgers are just what your guests want to sink…
