More Thoughts on Sugar Cravings
A little over one year ago I wrote about Sugar Cravings. That post still has a lot of great suggestions, but I have learned a lot in the past year and want to share some more thoughts. I am noticing … Continued
Turnip and Kale Soup with Leeks
Turnip and kale soup is a wonderful blend of winter and spring energies perfect for this time of year. The turnips are a tasty winter root vegetable and the leeks and kale add the fresh upward energy of spring. This … Continued
Gluten-Free Vegan Tempura
Have you ever made tempura at home? I wasn’t raised with a lot of deep frying. The only thing I remember my mom deep frying was cod and that only happened a few times a year. So, I have been … Continued
Healthier Holiday Desserts
I used to be a professional baker and my family counted on my sweet contributions to the holidays. It wasn’t fun to try to change this, but my health and well-being over the holidays is more important than their temporary … Continued
Baked Lentils and Rice with Root Vegetables
Baked grain dishes can be a very satisfying way to add deep warmth and variety to meals. They are especially nourishing in a cold, damp climate like the Pacific Northwest. This technique, learned from Sharon Gray at Belly & Soul, … Continued
Virtual Vegan Potluck – Roasted Kabocha and Beets with Hijiki and Sesame Orange Dressing
Welcome to the Virtual Vegan Potluck!! I wasn’t really focusing on a dish with seasonal flair, but this one definitely has it. Lovely deep orange and beet red with a festive orange dressing and the addition of hijiki. This dish … Continued
Sweet Polenta with Seasonal Fruit Compote
Polenta is super versatile. Eaten while soft and hot it can make a lovely porridge or a base for saucy beans. Let cool and it becomes firm enough to use as a crust for pizza or even as a pancake substitute. Here … Continued
Pressure Cooked Brown Rice with Chestnuts
Have you cooked with dried chestnuts? I love the way they add sweetness and texture to brown rice. As our weather turns from late summer to autumn, I start pressure cooking my rice more frequently. Adding chestnuts is one of … Continued
Hijiki with Fresh Corn and Onion
We still have about a month left of fresh corn in the PNW and when I made this hijiki variation I just knew I had to share it. The fresh corn adds a yummy sweetness that I wasn’t expecting. I … Continued
Couscous Cake with Berry Topping
Do you know about couscous cake, yet? If you have been following my posts for a while, you may already know that I am not a big fan of baked flour. Actually, that’s not completely accurate. I love baked flour; … Continued