Steel Cut Oats are the least processed forms of oatmeal and have a heartier flavor. With a little bit of planning and a crockpot, you can have healthier oatmeal rather than the microwaved instant kind. Ingredients: 4 cups of water…
Easy Basil Salsa
Serve with rice or corn tortilla chips for a gluten free snacking treat for parties and TV sports events. 1 tablespoon of lime juice is about half a squeezed lime and you can usually get 2 tablespoons of orange juice…
Simple Grilled Fennel
Fennel has a very distinct licorice flavor that mellows quite nicely when cooked. When it’s grilled it becomes a tender, melt-in-your-mouth experience you don’t want to miss. This easy recipe requires only 5 minutes of prep time. Ingredients: Fennel Olive…
Roasted Vegetable Surprise
Meat Lovers have their seared meat, Vegans have roasted vegetables (although grilled vegetables are awesome too). This recipe can be used with a variety of vegetables, but I always include a root vegetable in the mix. I originally came up…
Healthy Quinoa Porridge Breakfast
I developed this breakfast recipe for vegans who avoid bread due to gluten sensitivities. Not only is quinoa gluten free, but it is a complete protein, giving your day a great start. Blueberries are a great alternative to raisins, although…
Delectable Italian Pasta Sauce
With a little work you can have a yummy homemade tomato sauce for your pasta. Explore using fresh basil or mushrooms for even more flavor. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 (28 ounce) can tomato…
Black Bean Tacos with Pickled Cabbage
This is a simple yet tasty and filling meal with minimal cooking. Although best if it is made a day ahead, you can make the pickled cabbage in as little as an hour before serving. Ingredients: 1 can of black…
Bruschetta
A classic Italian dish that works great as an appetizer or snack. This is naturally vegan. Ingredients: 1/4 cup scallions, chopped 1 large tomato, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon dried basil 6 slices fresh, whole grain bakery bread…
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