Fun Thing: Colorful Mason Jars

My latest pick-me-up item are these happiness inducing colorful mason jars. You guys already know I'm obsessed with mason jars (like these twinkling solar light mason jars) and all the many, many different ways to use them and feel like you're on a farm house at all times. I'm using mine lately to sip on …

Purslane: The Most Delicious Weed

This incredible little beauty called purslane is a wild and underappreciated gem of a plant. Sprouting up on it's own, it is as common as dandelions and also edible and power packed with nutrition. Unlike the dandelion which is quite bitter, purslane is just very mildly tangy and peppery. It's dense rounded leaves add an …

Vegan Ricotta on Crostini

Crostini are my go to appetizer. They are so easy to make, a little bit classy while still being casual, and they kind of remind me of pizza, so of course they are my favorite. Especially if you have a great bread shop near by, you can grab a lovely long baguette and slice it …

Squash Soup with Caramelized Onions

This is a wonderful soup for a crisp chilly day to warm up your whole being. pumpkin and squash soups are my favorite, but this one has the added bonus of a little turmeric as well as the sweet joy of a hint of coconut milk to make it feel ever so slightly healthy and …

Vegan Feta

This lovely tofu based cheese is seasoned with hints of lemon juice vinegar and salt that mirrors the tangy tartness that turns so many into feta fans. It's really simple to make, the hardest part is waiting for it to cool and form into  a cheese texture in the fridge. It's goes incredible with just …

Apricot & Hazelnut Power Balls

Power balls are an easy way to make sure you are getting all the protein, nutrients, and energy you need throughout the day. Easy to make, easy to pack, and easy to snack on even during the busiest of days. Make a big batch in advance and store them in the fridge or freezer. You …

Spicy Thai Peanut Zoodles

If you've been following this blog then you already know I'm obsessed with zoodles. Carrot, beet, or zucchini, they are all my favorite. Lately with the garden bursting with fresh treasures daily I've been on a zoodle jag, having the joy of experimenting with new ways to prep out one of my new staples. You …

Zoodles with Classic Tomato Sauce

This one hits the spot. Pasta with tomatoes are what I grew up on, so this extra healthy variation is a sneaky way to feel the joy of comfort foods while still filling yourself up with tons of nutrients. It's best when you can pick the ingredients fresh from the garden, but this quick recipe …

It’s Bananas: You Can Eat The Peel

So I just learned this crazy thing: you can eat the banana peel! And not only can you, you should. The peel has tons of extra nutrients and vitamins in it that can be hard to come by, especially on a plant based diet, like vitamin B6 which is critical for elevated energy and mood. …

Watermelon Daiquiri

Summer is all about enjoying life with a few friends and a few drinks. This easy recipe can be whipped up in seconds and enjoyed any time of day with or without alcohol (I got a few comments about that on my pina colada smoothie recipe) it just depends on how you enjoy it. Watermelons are …