Is any food more reminiscent of summer than fresh, ripe strawberries? There may be one other treat that rises to the top of the list as I run through childhood memories on my mental movie screen. It’s ice cream. Occasionally on a hot summer afternoon, my parents would take my …
I know what you’re thinking: You can buy almond milk at the store for $2 a box and it tastes fine, so why would you go to the trouble of making your own? I understand, because I used to feel the same way. And sure, I still buy commercial almond …
Summer fruits, all tarted up, just for you. Inspired by the tempting visions of thousands of French pastry shop windows, this is a sweet treat that shows off summertime’s beautiful fruits in all their glory. And it’s a bold reminder that eating a vegan meal doesn’t have to involve deprivation. …
This is a handy pie crust recipe to have, because it’s relatively quick and easy to make. You can press the dough into mini tart pans to make single-serving treats, or use a standard sized tart pan for family-style serving. This recipe calls for coconut butter, which you can buy …
A chocolate shake for breakfast? Of course you want one, but you think you shouldn’t. Well, I’m about to give you permission. This chocolate shake tastes like an indulgent dessert, but it is actually really healthy and full of amazing superfoods. I sometimes treat myself to one after a long …
Sunday mornings should be special occasions, don’t you think? A simple celebration of nothing-in-particular with your loved ones to start off the day, marked by a sweet, delicious meal together. On other days, breakfast tends to get brushed off. My husband and I usually make a blender full of green …
These steamed wraps are based on Mediterranean dolmades (stuffed grape leaves), but in this recipe I do them with an Asian twist and use a Thai-inspired flavor combination for the filling. The slight bitterness of the steamed kale leaves is a nice complement to the sweet and spicy filling. I …