Cherries are in season from June through August in North America, and there is nothing quite like biting into a sweet, fresh cherry. Everyone knows cherry pie, it’s a classic. But how about turning tradition on its head and doing savory cherries? This recipe uses cherries in a unique and delicious way – a compote over couscous. The subtle flavor …
Vegan Easter Treats
Something about Easter just feels sort of… non-vegan. Let’s consider: a holiday where it’s traditional to paint chicken eggs and eat lamb just doesn’t seem very vegan friendly. But we say – adapt! Easter doesn’t have to be a skipped holiday. You can even enjoy a vegan Easter basket! We’ve got the fix for you right now! First thing though …
To-the-Moon Pies
Moon Pies haven’t been around quite as long as the moon, but they’ve been baking them in Chattanooga, Tennessee since 1917. If you aren’t from the American South, you’re wondering what a Moon Pie is about now. It’s two soft graham cracker cookies with a marshmallow fluff filling, dipped in a chocolate coating. Earl Mitchell Junior said his father came up …
Vegan Irish Soda Bread
It’s time for the wearing of the green ~ St. Paddy’s Day is almost here! Get a good start that morning, before you have any green beer with some warm Irish Soda Bread. Irish Soda Bread is a traditional quick bread made without yeast. In Europe, soda breads began to appear in the mid-19th century when bicarbonate of soda (i.e., baking …
Easy Chocolate Mousse
This simple recipe will surprise you. It has all the creamy elegance of a traditional mousse, but it’s a heck of a lot easier to make – and is entirely plant-based AND gluten-free! Be sure to soak your dates in advance, and this recipe will be done in a matter of minutes. [yumprint-recipe id=’23’]
Sparkling Mint Chip Cookies
Christmas means cookies. Who doesn’t love cookies? It’s time to turn on the oven and get that sweet, wonderful aroma wafting through the house: fresh baked cookies! This snappy recipe is a fun variation on a traditional chocolate chip cookie. The addition of fresh mint and a sparkling sugar coating changes the look and flavor profile. Those little green flecks …
Peach Whirligigs
Late summer brings many good things. Including sweet, juicy peaches. Last year we went peach-picking with our friend Kristin and she shared this wonderful recipe (find a farm near you to pick peaches with this link!). Peach Whirligigs are fun and easy to make. You don’t have to use fresh peaches either; we made them once with canned peaches put up …
Easy Chai Spice Rolls
The stories of my childhood culinary experiments are the stuff of legends in my family. The scrambled eggs served in a slightly melted plastic cup from the microwave no doubt brought true emotion to my mom’s heart on Mother’s Day. Ahem. Much like the corn pudding to which I added four tablespoons of onion powder to give it “some accent.” …
Healthier Peanut Butter Eggs
Easter was a favorite holiday in my family’s house. Not so much for the egg hunts or bunnies – well, maybe the chocolate bunnies. My mom was an ace at creating delicious candies. There were little squares with silky cream centers. White chocolate bows on dark chocolate bunnies and adorable coconut nests with jelly bean eggs. All homemade. But my …
Emily's Matza Crunch Clusters
There was a synagogue two blocks from where I grew up, so though my family wasn’t Jewish, I had a strong awareness of Jewish holidays. And the food that went with them – thanks to the Kosher deli just near the synagogue. Matza always holds a special place in my heart. I enjoy it as crackers; in matzo ball soup …