Photo By: S. Duquet It was bittersweet when I spied the first Delicata Squash at our farmers market. I thought,”I really love those, why did they have to come so soon?” The debut of locally grown winter squash is a pretty good indicator that my beloved Summer has come and gone. It was such a […]
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It happens every year at this time…a chill creeps into the air and all of a sudden I have an overwhelming desire to bake with zucchini. Perhaps my cravings follow the laws of supply and demand. Zucchini have made their debut at our farmers market and are now abundant and cheap. Time to get our […]
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Image Courtesy of Diaryofavegan.com PETA just released The Ultimate Vegan Baking Cheat Sheet and I think it is pretty brilliant. Whether you are vegan or not, this cheat sheet offers practical, cost effective ways to bake without eggs or dairy products. Why not try? Making pancakes without eggs will make them cholesterol free. Baking brownies […]
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Happy Meatless Monday. Here is a link to a new video from Meatless Monday that will energize you to add a meatless day to your week. It is short (1.30) and I found it light hearted and encouraging. Check it out. If you are already rockin out a meatless day than share it with someone […]
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I have a biological clock that is timed by seasons and food as opposed to furthering my lineage. The first cool day my body told me, “Must bake now. Must use sweet potatoes.” I heard the call and this is what I came up with. This bread is nutrient dense, delicious and easy to […]
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Photo By: S. Duquet One of Chloe’s coolest tricks is that she can high five. I taught her how to do that using spinach, which is now her favorite treat besides frosted pupcakes. From what I have read and heard, the jury seems to be out with professionals on the virtues of feeding Fido a […]
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Because I have been vegetarian for the majority of my adult life, it has meant that there are many seemingly ordinary dishes that I have never tasted like corned beef, salmon or SPAM. I went from the foods you eat as a basic 20 year old in her own apartment, (vodka) pepperoni pizza and hot […]
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Happy Meatless Monday. It was a brownie lovin’ type of weekend and I think you are going to love these. They are an easy to prepare, over the top in flavor dessert for your Meatless Monday or any day. Sweets can be even sweeter when they are compassionately created. Photo By: S. Duquet On Saturday […]
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Last night we had the craziest experience. We were on our way to a gallery opening of a painting exhibit. The party was sponsored by our local Chamber of Commerce. We have attended many business and social events in the past like this one and typically find vegan options are scarce on the appetizer table. […]
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After experiencing one of the hottest Michigan summers I can remember in a long time (loved it), we have had two days of very chilly weather. My mind and belly immediately leapt into comfort food mode. I started to crave heavy, creamy and cheesy foods like mac and cheese. I was looking for soul satisfying, […]
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