Inspired by… Super Bowl LI: Who doesn’t love eating crunchy, tasty pretzels during a big game? They’re addicting, right? If you think regular pretzels are hard to stop eating, wait until you try my Taco Pretzels! They’re crispy, smoky, and salty with a kick of heat. Perfect for the Super Bowl or just anytime you…
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Smoky Vegan Ranch Dip
Inspired by… Worst Cooks in America (TV Show): I love ranch dip, but have never tried making my own before. Last week’s episode of the Food Network TV Show, Worst Cooks in America, featured one of the contestants making her own ranch for a pizza challenge. This inspired me to create my very own vegan…
Healthiest Garden Salad
A Bite Inspired by… The Secret Garden (1911 novel): Looking for a light and healthy salad that’s super easy to make? You’ve come to the right place! My “Healthiest Garden Salad” recipe, inspired by “The Secret Garden”, has a delicious, no oil dressing that delivers bold flavors through the use of fresh herbs. Serve as…
Vegan Black Sesame Avocado Mousse
A Bite Inspired by… New Year’s Resolutions: Committing to a healthier new year doesn’t mean you have to eat bland and boring food! My creamy Vegan Black Sesame Avocado Mousse is so delicious, you won’t believe how good it is for you! Dessert that is healthy, delicious, vegan, AND gluten-free? I guess my new year’s…
Gluten-Free and Vegan Dark Chocolate Mug Cake
A Bite Inspired by… Star Wars: Rogue One (2016 Film): Cake is one of my favorite desserts, but, sometimes, I don’t have the patience to bake one from scratch. I want a piping hot, fresh, and delicious cake RIGHT NOW! Lucky for me, mircowave mug cake exists and allows me to have instant chocolate gratification…
Vegan Thai Curry Mac and Cheese
A Bite Inspired by… Ratatouille (2007 film): Ever noticed how two flavors that taste amazing separately can taste even better when combined? Enter, Vegan Thai Curry Mac and Cheese– an unexpected mash-up with incredible results. This dish is creamy, bold, delicious, and 100 percent plant-based! Inspired by the classic Pixar Film “Ratatouille”.
Ginger, Vanilla, and Lime Sparkler
A Bite Inspired by… New Year’s Eve: This non-alcoholic, sugar-free drink, inspired by New Year’s Eve, combines the amazing flavors of ginger, vanilla, and lime. The result is a sparkling beverage that tastes complex, but is simple to make. The ginger adds a little spice, the vanilla warms things up, and the lime adds a…
Spiced Hot Chocolate
A Bite Inspired by… Skiing: Love hot chocolate, but craving something more exciting than just plain cocoa? Try my Spiced Hot Chocolate recipe inspired by skiing! This delicious drink combines the excitement of skiing with the warmth of sitting by the fire at the ski lodge. Guaranteed to warm you up through and through!
Green Tea Cinnamon Syrup with Almonds
A Bite Inspired by… Winter: Cold weather got you down? Try my recipe for Green Tea Cinnamon Syrup with Almonds! Warm and sticky with a kick of spice, this delicious treat is sure to become your new winter and year-round favorite! You can serve it on anything from pancakes to waffles to oatmeal to savory…
“Wild” Wild Rice
A Bite Inspired by… Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969 Film): Wild rice is among the most versatile, delicious, and healthy of grains. It’s naturally gluten-free, as well as high in fiber and other nutrients. My “Wild” Wild Rice recipe takes the already delicious flavors of wild rice to the next level. This bold…