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Foodie Gift Guide

December 6, 2020 by Ariel Leave a Comment

Happy December, friends! The Christmas season is upon us, and I couldn’t be more excited! There’s just something about twinkle lights, Christmas trees, and yummy smells wafting from the kitchen that give me alllll the holiday feels. In my humble opinion, it really IS the most wonderful time of the year. 🙂

One of the special things of the season is being able to give gifts to those we love, just as Jesus gave Himself to us all those years ago. But I am a firm believer that gifting shouldn’t be stressful, overwhelming, or break the bank. With that in mind, I have compiled a list of 12 Christmas gift ideas that would be perfect for the foodies in your life!…

One Pot Yellow Curry

September 30, 2020 by Ariel Leave a Comment

Our leaves are starting to change up north, and with our lows are dipping down into the 30s, I’ve been reaching for warmer, cozier meals the last few days. This One Pot Yellow Curry is a family favorite! Not only is it filling and delicious, it is quick and easy to customize.

My favorite cuisine has been Thai for almost as far back as I can remember. And as much as I love noodles, a warm, creamy, filling curry has always been my dish of choice. Since we don’t have many authentic Thai restaurants nearby (and rarely eat out, as it is!), I wanted to create something that would satisfy my craving….

Instant Pot Vegan Baked Beans

September 3, 2020 by Ariel 2 Comments

September may be here, but I’m not quite ready to let go of Summer yet… So here’s one hurrah for cookouts and warm weather comfort foods! These instant pot vegan baked beans are quick, easy, naturally sweetened, and FULL of flavor. Plus, they are a great dish for every season. From sunny summer picnics to cold winter days, this is one comfort food recipe you’ll want to have handy….

Vegan Coconut Pineapple Muffins

July 27, 2020 by Ariel 4 Comments

This is it… These Vegan Coconut Pineapple Muffins are seriously the. best. muffins. I have ever had – and no, I’m not exaggerating. It’s like having a party in your mouth….

Napa Cabbage Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

July 14, 2020 by Ariel Leave a Comment

Everyone needs a go-to salad that can be made at a moment’s notice and pairs well with almost any meal, right? You’re in luck – this napa cabbage salad with lemon vinaigrette is just that kind of salad!

A spin off of your more traditional creamy slaw, this cabbage salad is fresh, crunchy, slightly tangy, and satisfying. It pairs perfectly with Asian dishes, your favorite summer barbecue or cook-out, or almost any other meal for that matter….

Vegan Strawberry Shortcake

June 5, 2020 by Ariel Leave a Comment

The begining of summer means many things: warm weather, longer days, gardens, running through sprinklers, and more. But one of my favorite things about the start of summer is strawberry season! And it isn’t really summer until you’ve made STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE, am I right?!

If you thought that being plant based meant you had to miss out on something this delicious, think again. This vegan strawberry shortcake is everything you’ve ever wanted it to be: Fluffy, buttery shortcake, juicy red berries, and clouds of smooth whipped topping. (Are you drooling yet?) Let’s do this!…

Aquafaba Whipped Topping

June 4, 2020 by Ariel Leave a Comment

Move over whipped cream, there’s someone new in town. Friends, allow me to introduce you to aquafaba. 😀

What is aquafaba, you might ask? It’s really just a fancy word for chickpea juice… Not exactly appealing. But truth be told, it’s amazing! It’s easy, cheap, has a neutral flavor (ie doesn’t taste like beans), and makes stiff peaks that are swoon worthy. And since it’s free of the 8 major food allergens, it’s safe for virtually everyone around your table!…

Easy Vegetable Fried Rice

May 26, 2020 by Ariel Leave a Comment

Hello friends! I hope you all enjoyed a wonderful holiday weekend with your families. We have finally gotten some beautiful, sunny and warm days up north – and we couldn’t be happier!

If you’re like me, you’d rather be outside in the sunshine than inside cooking. And if that’s the case, I have the perfect meal for you! This easy vegetable fried rice is a fast and nutritious meal. And the best part is that it only requires one pan! (Yay for less dishes!)…

Delicious Vegan Blueberry Muffins

May 18, 2020 by Ariel 4 Comments

Hi friends! It’s been a while since I posted a recipe, and a lot has happened! Aside from the crazy virus taking it’s toll around the world right now, we also welcomed our third baby into our family in March! He is a sweet little boy, and his siblings just love him. 🙂 We are finally settling into our new routine as a family of five, which has given me more time to blog. So, I’m bringing you a recipe this week that I have wanted to share for over a year… I hope you’re ready. 😉

For as long as I can remember, blueberry has been my favorite flavor for almost anything bread and breakfast related (muffins, bagels, pancakes, scones… You name it).

Naturally, I wanted to create a yummy blueberry muffin that was just as healthy as it was delicious (or, at least mostly healthy…). 😉 Typically, if you use the words “healthy” and “muffin” together in the same sentence, I automatically get a mental image of a dry, dense muffin (aka hockey puck)… But who says a muffin can’t be yummy and exciting?!…

Sweet and Salty Roasted Nuts

December 19, 2019 by Ariel 2 Comments

Happy Holidays, everyone! It’s officially countdown time to Christmas (one week!), and holiday baking is in full swing at our house. One of the things I’ve been mixing up a lot the last month is the recipe for these AMAZING Sweet and Salty Roasted Nuts! Oh my, you guys… Talk about melt-in-your-mouth crispy yumminess. This. is. it….