Earthy, comforting, and even super nourishing: this Lentil Sloppy Joe is the perfect comfort food for those colder winter days! Ready in less than 30 minutes, this instant pot lentil sloppy joe is a way healthier alternative than the traditional sloppy joe, which is typically quite high in saturated fats and calories. Lentil Sloppy Joes: […]
This Berry Watermelon Fruit Salad is a refreshing meal that can help you endure the heat this 2022 Summer! This Summer Salad is one of my favorite whole-food plant-based –wfpb summer recipes and offers you all the right nutrients that you need for healthier living. The thing I like the most about this recipe is […]
These Grits are far less fat than traditional ones, but still creamy and delicious. I would classify this recipe as a “better alternative” rather than a suggestion if you are looking to lose weight. Grits are a fantastic food. They are inexpensive, quick, and easy to make. They can be a great alternative to mashed […]
I have figured out many life hacks when it comes to preparing dinner over the years. I used to be a single mom of one for a long time. In the last few years, I went from one to a blended family with four children. While having the support of a partner is priceless, life […]
Traditional Mac n’ Cheese is Not Nutritious Traditional mac n’ cheese is heavy! It traditionally has lots of saturated fat, poor quality pasta, and very little nutritional value. Some mac and cheese is even totally processed. Aside from the convenience, boxed mac and cheese is even worse. However, sometimes you crave that home style, comforting […]
Okay, so no this is not a magical ‘shroom gravy… I am so sorry to disappoint those of you that may have gotten excited to “trip balls” again like a 20-something at an EDM concert. However, this mushroom gravy is quite magical in it’s savory umami taste and how wonderfully it compliments typically “boring” foods […]
This mood-boosting smoothie is a lovely marriage between two of my favorite things – kombucha and smoothies! I am addicted to kombucha. Kombucha contains probiotics since it is fermented and consuming it improves the health of your microbiome 3. Since the gut and the mind are connected, a healthy gut means a good mood. Well, […]
I’ve been experimenting with a lot of different kinds of pancake recipes and most of them have been awesome, until I came up with these fluffy whole wheat vegan pancakes! I was worried that baking powder wasn’t good for you, so I was avoiding it altogether. I did a little research on the science behind […]
It’s often difficult to get a reservation on Mother’s Day at a restaurant, let alone trying to get one during this virus pandemic. Restaurants are slowly starting to open again here in Orlando, but I imagine available Mother’s Day reservations are few and far between. As an often overly optimistic person, I’ve seen a very […]