Delicious Date Sweetened Brownies

Ingredients 1 C almond flour 1 C Medjool dates; pitted 2 large organic eggs 1/4 C honey (or sweetener of choice) 1/4 C extra-virgin coconut oil, melted 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 C dark cocoa powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt Preparation Steps Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease 8…

Mint Chip Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Looking for a dairy-free ice cream alternative that still has that creamy texture and rich goodness of dairy ice cream? This coconut milk ice cream is a great replacement! Refreshing peppermint and crunchy chocolate chips add to it’s creamy goodness! And, you know exactly what is in each and every mouthful because you prepared it…

Coffee Freeze

Looking for a summertime treat that doesn’t fill half your daily caloric intake with one beverage?  Need a cool refreshing beverage that doesn’t send your blood sugar into orbit? I had to change my habit of periodic visits to the local coffee café for that favorite frozen coffee drink after I investigated just how many calories and tablespoons of sugar…

Red Beans and Rice

This slow cooker recipe is filled with nutritious red beans, aromatic spices and your choice of andouille chicken sausage or vegan sausage. Tall glasses of iced tea and steamy sides of cornbread round out this savory meal! See our recipe for Vegan Cornbread. Serves 6-8 Ingredients 1 lb. dried red beans 1/2 lb. andouille sausage…

Vegan Cornbread

This cornbread is quick and easy!  Add corn and chipotle peppers for extra flavor. NOTE: I recommend White Lily Self-Rising Cornmeal for superior cornbread. Ingredients 2 C self-rising cornmeal 1 1/2 C non-dairy milk 1/4 C olive or vegetable oil 2 T ground flax seed 6T water 1/2 cup corn, fresh or frozen (optional) 1-2…

Quinoa Tabbouleh

This Quinoa Tabbouleh is an all-time family favorite at our house! Whip us this delicious summer salad in less than 30 minutes and store any leftovers in the fridge.  That is, if you have any leftovers! The fresh vegetables give this salad a nice crunch and the mint and parsley add just the right depth of flavor…

Lime Mint Slush

Do you sometimes find yourself tripping on your journey toward health?  This summer has been challenging, my car was making too many trips to the local coffee shop drive-thru for those delicious frozen coffees!  Blood sugar instability began to rule the day. When the going gets tough and it’s an absolute challenge just to make…

Black Bean Edamame Salad

Bring this delicious three bean salad with refreshing lime dressing to your next summer picnic! It’s quick and easy to throw together in no time.  This salad is one of our family favourites! 1-15 oz. can of corn (I use frozen or fresh cooked.) 1-15 oz. can black beans 1-15 oz. can garbanzo beans 12…

Banana Kiwi Salad

Did you know kiwi is a berry? Kiwi is also known as Chinese Gooseberry. This Banana Kiwi Salad provides optimum levels of Vitamin C. A symphony of summer flavors will delight your tastebuds from the very first bite of this refreshing salad! Whip it together in minutes and it will be the star at your…

Quick & Easy Quinoa w/ Green Beans

Quinoa Brown Rice and Green Beans Prep time is diminished with this pack of cooked quinoa & brown rice. Ingredients: 2 cups frozen green beans – snapped about 1/2 inch 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1 package Seeds of Change Garlic Quinoa & Brown Rice 1/2 Tbs. Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/4 cup small cherry tomatoes…

Quick and Easy Homemade Guacamole

INGREDIENTS: 3 medium ripe avocados 1 small red pepper, finely diced (or tomato) 1/2 sweet onion, finely chopped Seasoned Salt Borsari Citrus Blend to taste (you can find it on Amazon or Whole Foods) DIRECTIONS: 1. Cut the avocados length-wise around the pit using a chefs knife. Remove the pit and scoop out the flesh; mash…

Simple and Delicious Almond Oatmeal Cookies

Cookies with simple ingredients like this are simply delicious! Ingredients: 1/2 cup organic Almond Butter 1/2 cup organic brown sugar 1 egg 1 1/4 cups rolled oats 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Directions: Preheat oven to 350 F. Beat in a small bowl the almond butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg. Add oats…