Balsamic Roasted Portobella Caps
One of the best things about a portobella is it’s meaty texture. Super filling and marinades beautifully for a full flavor meal. This is one of my favorite things to eat post-workout since it’s so...
View ArticleKabocha Squash and Black Soybean Stew
I’ve been MIA again – well from this blog but NOT from the kitchen. Being a vegetarian, I like to dabble in vegan recipes whenever the flavors tickle my fancy. The other night, I made the Black...
View ArticleHomemade Slow Cooker Spicy Marinara and Artisan Bread
One of my favorite things to come home to is a delicious supper that has been in the slow cooker all day. I decided to make Slow Cooker Spicy Marinara so I didn’t really go all out on this one, but I...
View ArticleMongolian Tofu and Mushrooms
Excuse me for my absence… got a lot going on in FBV land . I didn’t really do much cooking over the weekend – Nick was busy working and I got a glorious weekend all to myself. I literally got nothing...
View ArticleVegan Rustic Pasta
A couple a years ago when I was still working as a server, one of my favorite customers had told me about a new vegan cookbook called The Kind Diet – written by Alicia Silverstone. At this time, I had...
View ArticleSpaghetti & Beanballs: A Vegetarian Take on an Old Classic
A love for cooking definitely runs in my family. Growing up, my mom and aunt always prepared the most delicious meals; it served as a true inspiration to my culinary adventures. They had “go-to”...
View ArticleMy Favorite Pre-Workout and Post-Workout Smoothies
Pre-Workout Smoothies: Smoothie #1 1 cup fat free plain Greek Yogurt 1 handful of blueberries 1 banana 3 tsp chia seeds 5 strawberries Orange Juice Directions: Mix all together in a blender and serve!...
View ArticleSage Gravy (GF) (V)
I love mashed potatoes. In fact, I could eat mashed potatoes with every meal for the rest of my life and be totally happy. As a kid I would make mashed potatoes volcanoes with my mom’s delicious gravy...
View ArticleMake your own Chipotle Burrito Bowls at home! (GF)
Ever since I found out I had a gluten intolerance, I’ve made it a priority to radically change my eating habits. Since I’m already a vegetarian friends, co-workers and my family have been asking what...
View ArticleTempeh with Broccoli
Confession: I’m kinda obsessed with Pioneer Woman. I realize she doesn’t necessarily cook the healthiest of meals (she uses butter almost as much as Paula Deen), but damn, those dishes look goooooood....
View ArticleSimple Tempeh Tacos (GF) (V)
I love Mexican food – and I LOVE simple recipes. This dish took all of 15 minutes to make – mine was made with tempeh and Nick’s was made with chicken. Enjoy! Tempeh Tacos 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion,...
View ArticleDan Dan Noodles …errrr Rice (GF) (V)
I didn’t feel like noodles last night, so this recipe is my take on Dan Dan Noodles – but with rice instead. Dan Dan Rice The ingredients: Sauce Ingredients 2 ounces gluten-free soy sauce 1 ounce...
View ArticleBrussels Sprouts and Radicchio Salad (V) (GF)
To be honest, this recipe was supposed to be a slaw – but my clumsy self broke the shredder attachment on my food processor (BIG surprise – not). So, in a panic and in desperate need to use up my 2 lb...
View ArticleOrange Tofu and Broccoli (V) (GF)
Orange Tofu and Broccoli (V) (GF) The ingredients: 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon warm water 3/4 cup orange juice 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest 1/4 cup gluten-free soy sauce 3...
View ArticleWhat’s for Lunch? Sesame Tofu and Broccoli (GF) (V)
Sesame Tofu and Broccoli (GF) (V) It’s true… Chinese food is the ultimate leftover lunch! The ingredients: 14 ounces extra firm tofu 1/4 cup cornstarch, for dusting canola oil (for frying) 1/2 cup...
View ArticlePretty (and YUMMY!) Fruit Salad
There is something about these hot, HOT Arizona summers that just get me in the mood for a crisp, refreshing fruit salad. When I was little and still living in New Jersey, my grandparents used to take...
View ArticleNew York Style Chopped Salad (GF) (V)
New York Style Chopped Salad with Homemade Vegan “Honey” Mustard Dressing Ingredients: 3 cups Mixed Salad Greens 3 cups Bibb Lettuce 8 whole Romaine Leaves 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped 1/2 bunch...
View ArticlePerfect French Fries (GF) (V)
I have searched the internet high and low for the best french fry recipe. Whether I was making them fried in oil or baked in the oven, I never was fully impressed with the end result. I have been...
View ArticleSuperfood Juice
The best way to start any day! Juice it up! Superfood Juice The ingredients: 4 red kale leaves 4 dinosaur kale leaves 2 celery stalks 1 carrot 2 cucumbers 1 orange 1 lemon 1 apple 1 cup raspberries 1...
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