Few snacks are as refreshing and satisfying as a good dill dip and the crunch of cool cucumbers. Making a Healthy Creamy Dill Dip is so easy you can enjoy it anytime. The base for this dip is a 7-ounce container of Fage 2% Greek yogurt that has 140 calories and 20 grams of protein. […]
We love making pinto beans in our Instant Pot and have similar no-soak recipe, but sometimes we like to take the extra step of soaking beans to make them more digestible. They’re just as delicious, nutritious, and cheap, with the added step of soaking overnight. This recipe seasons the beans without salt and results in […]
This method for Perfect Soft Boiled Eggs is really a combination of boiling and steaming. All we can tell you is that this is how Grandma used to make them, so it’s how we do it now. The only tricks to this method are using a timer and working in small batches (up to 4 […]
Cauliflower is in abundance at the HCC Realty Farmers Market/Colonial Village and we’re using some from Zanders Elmhurst Farm (more info following recipe) to make these delicious Roasted Cauliflower Tacos. We piled vegan tortillas high with loads of fresh vegetables and a creamy Cauliflower Queso for a 100% plant-based dinner that delivered meat and potatoes-level […]
Oven roasting turns simple red bell peppers and cauliflower into a smoky sweet soup that is flavorful and satisfying. The cauliflower blends to a silky, texture that creates a rich creaminess without any added fat or calories. Charring the peppers under the broiler and adding a bit of smoked paprika and our homemade vegan “chicken” […]
Cassoulet is a French white bean stew or casserole that is typically made with several kinds of meat and poultry…and fat. Our vegan version is significantly lighter and faster) but every bit as satisfying with meaty baby bella mushrooms and creamy cannellini beans. We roasted some farm fresh onions and tomatoes from Susie’s Garden Patch […]
Our Double Dashi with Vegetables is a hearty vegan meal that gets its deep umami flavor from a base of part shiitake dashi and part kombu dashi broths, which are made separately ahead of time using a cold steeping method. It’s as simple as adding water and waiting. A few minutes of prep the night […]
We made a ginormous pot of pinto beans and figured out how to eat them all week long without getting bored. Enjoy refried beans without the added fat and calories. This version is rich and flavorful, vegan, and can be scaled up for a bigger group. Print clock icon cutlery icon flag icon folder icon […]
We’re not sure where this two-ingredient dip originated, it’s just always been around in our family. Growing up, it was made with sour cream and brown sugar, but after successfully leaning it down with Greek yogurt and Swerve Brown Sweetener, we set out to make a dairy-free version for our vegan friends. We use So […]
For the most part, we enjoy plant-based meals, but every once in a while, we get a craving for red meat. That’s when we reach for the mushrooms. Yes, mushrooms. They’re an outstanding protein source and with the right seasoning and preparation, take on a meaty quality. In this instance, they make our Vegan “Beef” […]
Commercial taco seasoning packets may seem convenient, but they contain corn flour and corn starch as well as food additives like Maltodextrin and Silicon Dioxide. Your body treats Maltodextrin like glucose, and Silicon Dioxide, which prevents caking, is also used to make concrete and glass. Now, those are things you know. You’re welcome. That same […]
Healthy plant-based Chorizo made with Beyond is the star of our Vegan Chorizo Street Tacos. This quick and versatile chorizo recipe can be served with cauliflower rice, used in salads and bowls – you name it. We’re using street sized tortillas to make these little wonders, piled high with veggies and our Vegan Creamy Avocado […]
The phrase “cool as a cucumber” takes on literal meaning with this clean and refreshing Cucumber Lime Cooler. Perfect for anytime with just enough fizz from plain seltzer, without the added salt or sugar found in other carbonated waters. Try it with and without mint. Print clock icon cutlery icon flag icon folder icon instagram […]
We’re fans of Owl’s Roost Farm’s “Stir Fry Greens”, a revolving mix of baby greens (such as mustard, kale, arugula, etc.), which can be used fresh or cooked in a myriad of creative ways. The mix is a bit different each time throughout the season but is always versatile and fresh as can be. This […]
