What does this blog need? Another scone recipe. Enter: vegan rose scones. Light, fluffy, sweet, floral Crumbly Hella moist Buttermilk style scones It’s no secret scones are the love of my life and these rose scones are no exception. Made by adding vegan buttermilk to add an element of tang, these mounds of buttery goodness harmonize with the rose petals they display. I used apple cider vinegar and almond milk as my buttermilk substitute creating an acidic concoction to give these mounds the lift they need. Shredded cold butter cut into the dry ingredients seamlessly. Like many flowers, the dried rose petal flakes infused pops of bright sweetness throughout. Baked…
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delicious cabbage soup with kale
Cabbage soup….is that you?!?! If you judge cabbage by its looks, you’d think it lacked substance, but this cabbage soup has a few things going for itself. First, it’s absurdly easy to make. Second, it’s packed with nutrition from the likes of magnesium, potassium, and vitamins A & K. And third, the longer it simmers it brings out the sweeter nuttier flavor of a tender cooked cabbage, not an overcooked cabbage, but a cabbage that’s well seasoned and that gets better with time. Toss in some kale, sauteed red onions, garlic, fresh ginger, and leeks and you have yourself a delicious full rounded flavor profile. To achieve this glorious pot…
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moringa tea latte
Meet Moringa. A super edible tree that’s one of the most nutritious superfoods on the planet. The leaves are nutrient-dense in Vitamins A & C, Calcium, Zinc, Iron, Magnesium, and Potassium. It’s said to reduce inflammation. Assists with malnutrition & obesity. Helps with moods such as fatigue, and anxiety. And it makes AMAZINGLY delicious Moringa tea lattes. This Moringa latte has all the makings of a great cup of tea. It takes all of 15 minutes to make brewed in oat milk to tone down the earthy flavor and sweetened with honey to strike the perfect balance. Tea drinking is a ritual I partake in daily as it comforts and…
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MEXICAN CAULIFLOWER FRITTERS WITH MANGO SOUR CREAM
These Mexican cauliflower fritters made with a simple mango sauce are one of our household favorites and so worth reposting. Enjoy! Happy Wednesday! So you thought I took this birthday thing a little too far and totally checked off the grid huh?! Ha! Ha! no, no…although I did have a wonderful day with the family and the weather was soooo picture-perfect, but all great things must come to an end. Let me just give a shout out to my AWESOME husband aka the mastermind behind surprising me with a new camera and lens, YES HE DID! 🙂 And I…
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HOW TO MAKE ALMOND MILK
The Winter Apocalypse is coming! Winter awakened, and we had our first glimpse of snow of the season. It was AMAZING! Like, 4 feet deep AMAZING! Shoveling snow replaced cardio on the treadmill AMAZING! Made a snowman AMAZING! Binge watched Netflix AMAZING! Snacked all day AMAZING! Shrouded in blankets; cozy sitting on the couch, sipping hot chocolate AMAZING! I don’t know if it’s the cabin fever speaking or what, but I enjoyed the snowy days, gray skies, tranquil nights, and being surrounded by family. Hmmm, surrounded by family? Maybe, I should have this cabin fever checked out. Just kidding, we had a ball! I got a lot accomplished!! The laundry…
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WILD RICE CASSEROLE
Greetings All! I hope this post finds you well and happy. I know it’s been a while since my last post, 20 days to be exact, geez! That’s like a year in blog years!! I’ve been busy guys, but aren’t we all?! Busy with homeschool and life’s odds and ends, pop-ups, and lots of, “oh! I almost forgot!” Yeah, too many of those. We’re in the final stretch of our Fall semester, and I’m exhausted, and so are my kiddos. I scheduled a week off next week to recharge our batteries to energize us to the end of our Fall semester, which ends in January with a much-needed vacation-Woo Hoo!! So…
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LEMON LIME WATER CLEANSE
Today, I’m re-posting this 2016 Lemon Lime water cleanse article because timing is EVERYTHING in this post-Thanksgiving week. This Lemon Lime water cleanse is by far, one of my most popular posts and much needed this week. This cleanse is needed after gluttonous eating, seasonal transitions, and because the body needs a reset. Enjoy! _________________________________________ It’s time to cleanse! Yesterday we transitioned into Springtime!!! [THIS IS WHERE YOU DRAMATICALLY OVERREACT!! ] The spring equinox is the perfect time to; restore balance and implement healthy practices in your life after a dark, cold, comfort-eating winter. Last December, I did my first seasonal cleanse for the winter solstice, and I loved it.…
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HOW TO PREPARE SEA MOSS
This post was originally published in 2017 and it has been the gift that keeps on giving here on the blog. Due to recent spikes in COVID-19, I thought it would be helpful to republish, “How To Prepare Sea Moss” as a much needed HEALTHFUL resource to combat the cold/flu/covid season. Because you don’t have to be sick. Be Well. ____________________________________ I hope all is well in your world. Yes, it’s been awhile family, but I’m back in the saddle with all its glory. I took some much needed time away from the blog to hibernate reflect on life, and everything in between. So, Let’s talk Sea Moss. Do you know…
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quinoa black plum crumb bars
If October were a visual, these quinoa black plum crumb bars would be it. I know we’re in the pumpkin-flavored EVERYTHING season right now, but I want to share with you this quick weekend baking recipe that can be ready in less than an hour, and it doesn’t involve making a pie crust. These quinoa black plum bars are everything you’d expect from a crumb bar. They’re: Infused with a gooey sweet-tangy plum jam. Blanketed with a buttery, crumbly quinoa topping. Scrumptiously crisp. Firm & Sturdy enough to withstand a tea dunk. 🙌 Easy to make. Immensely satisfying AND Delicious! And they’re…..let’s make some crumb bars already. Here’s how to…
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fonio and tiny tomato sauce
Happy Fall! Let’s celebrate with Fonio and tiny tomato sauce because tomatoes are still a thing. This seasonal fusion is brought to you by Tiny tomatoes stewed in hot sizzling butter with onions to create an irresistible sauce. Mounted on a warm creamy puddle of fonio that works nicely, making this cozy bowl hearty and delicious. It’s my hope fall brings an end to crazy and chaos and ushers in: Crunchy leaves. Thick socks, cozy sweaters, and hats! All the casseroles you can eat. Brisk walks in the park with stunning views! Cinnamon & Spice on EVERYTHING! And misty mornings with cups of hot dark chocolate. Fall….we’ve been waiting for…
