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This recipe was the result of my experimenting with different nutrient-rich ingredients that are highly pigmented, and thus, ideal replacements for food coloring. The week before Saint Patrick’s Day I decided to use spinach and Matcha tea to color my desserts because some things are just more fun to eat when they look festive! Both Matcha tea and spinach are tasteless when combined with the other ingredients in this cheesecake, as long as the mixture […]

I take such pleasure in cooking humble ingredients and elevating them to create a truly special meal. While I was Italy my favorite meals were the peasant dishes. If you put love into preparing simple foods it is easy to build exceptional flavor and really “wow” your taste buds. There is no need to buy fancy, expensive greens because you will cook them down for a while so they will become tender and take on […]

I love these bundles of superfoods that are disguised as donut holes! They are raw, vegan, gluten-free, and the only sugar is from dates and apricots. These are also a lot quicker to make then cookies or donuts so there are no excuses not to make them. Make a double batch and keep them in your freezer for whenever you are craving a little pick-me-up. Apricot, Chia, and Coconut Bites ½ c oats ½ c […]

This is one of those meals that convinces you that you could live (happily, I might add) without meat. So many delicious flavors and textures from a variety of nutritious veggies. If you prefer this meal vegan, it will still be delicious if you skip the cheese or use Daiya instead. I do like to indulge in the real stuff on occasion, so when I do I choose raw cheese. Aged white cheddar is a […]

It’s Meyer lemon season and Trader Joe’s had a whole bag for $1.99! Lemons are one of the most nutritious foods, especially if you eat the flesh, not just the juice or zest. Meyer lemons are particularly ideal for consuming the flesh because they have less bitter white pith, thinner skin, and a more floral taste then other lemons.  If you are a coconut lover, try adding a handful of shredded coconut or a tablespoon […]

I will be the first to admit that I am cautious about dairy products. Mass produced dairy from factory farms is full of antibiotics and devoid of nutrients. That is why I highly suggest using organic milk if you want to nourish your body along with your soul with this wonderful, easy cheese. Despite that I have seen people make ricotta many times and I have ready several recipes, I did fail at my first […]