Tag: Vegan

Instant Pot, West African, Sweet Potato & Peanut Stew (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Instant Pot, West African, Sweet Potato & Peanut Stew (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Nourishing Sweet Potatoes, Savory Peanut Butter, and Warming Ginger combine with the earthiness of the Spinach & the Sweetness from the Peppers & Potatoes to create an incredibly comforting, diverse, & delicious dish.

Balsamic Drizzled Basil Bruschetta (Vegan)

Balsamic Drizzled Basil Bruschetta (Vegan)

Growing-up in Southeastern Pennsylvania, summer to me has always been associated with home-grown, garden fresh, Vine-Ripened Tomatoes.  During summertime in Pennsylvania, Tomatoes are easy to grow and have an abundant yield. Often, neighbors are overhead asking one another, “Would you like any Tomatoes? I have […]

Simple Staple: Roasted Veggies

Simple Staple: Roasted Veggies

One of the questions I’m asked the most often when it comes to living a Plant Based lifestyle is, “Where do I start?” While there are certainly many things that I could suggest for someone starting their transition to Plant Based Living, my answer is […]

Exceptionally Easy & Affordable, Egg-free, Chickpea “Omelettes” (Vegan, Soy & Gluten Free)

Exceptionally Easy & Affordable, Egg-free, Chickpea “Omelettes” (Vegan, Soy & Gluten Free)

Chickpea FlourI know you’re probably thinking… “An Eggless Omelette? That sounds strange!” or “What in the world is even in it?!” ~And quite frankly, it does sound strange. But it truly does describe what this recipe re-creates! It’s an Egg-straordinary” recipe! 😉

Fresh & Flavorful, Meat-Free, Firehouse Chili (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Fresh & Flavorful, Meat-Free, Firehouse Chili (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Once there’s a whisper of fall in the air, the leaves are crunching under my feet and it’s starting to get a little chilly outside, I immediately start craving a comforting bowl of Chili, inside. (Inside my house & inside my belly 😉 ) ~I […]

Italian Inspired Lentil Loaf (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Italian Inspired Lentil Loaf (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Looking for a food that feels fancy & festive while actually being easy & affordable? Looking for the perfect star to upgrade your “Standard Sandwich?” Looking for a Protein-Packed, Palate Pleaser?   Then look no further than this chameleon-of-cuisine!

Peanut Butter, Blueberry, Banana Smoothie (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Peanut Butter, Blueberry, Banana Smoothie (Vegan & Gluten Free)

My go to, get my day started, super-delicious, Superfood Smoothie. (This post contains affiliate links) Pre-motherhood, I found myself susceptible to certain shall we say…“speed bumps” while starting my day… I would somehow slip-into silly, self-sabotaging situations… i.e. “How is my phone suddenly stuck behind […]

Southwestern Sweet Potato Patties (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Southwestern Sweet Potato Patties (Vegan & Gluten Free)

From the first day I decided to live a “plant based life” (almost a decade ago), I have loved Veggie Burgers. They were an easily available “go-to” back before I could cook & they were an easy option in the early days of my transition. […]

Bean wondering how to cook dried Chickpeas in a Pressure Cooker?

Bean wondering how to cook dried Chickpeas in a Pressure Cooker?

Vegan Instant Pot Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) Whether you’re looking to cook-up an Indian Chole, whip up some Homemade Hummus, or simply amp-up the protein in an array of delicious dishes, you need to start with cooked Chickpeas. “But in a world where I can choose […]

Sensational Summer Salad (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Sensational Summer Salad (Vegan & Gluten Free)

~Perfect For A Picnic or Potluck~ Since childhood, I have associated warm weather with outdoor parties and picnics. Once the weather gets gorgeous, I grab my bowls and bolt outside! I don’t know whether it’s the birds singing or the sunshine, but I’ve always thought […]