Jamaican Bammies
Looking for something cool to do with yuca (aka cassava or manioc)? How about simple crispy Jamaican Bammies? Versions of this recipe are all over the blogosphere, so finding who to credit for this method is difficult. Apparently this recipe is either a frequently copied recipe or a frequently used recipe, making it pretty standard. In […]
Flavored Drinks and Recipes from Kombucha
As promised! Notes from Candy’s Kombucha class. Check out the Intro to Kombucha post HERE. And Make your own – save money! – Continuous Kombucha Brewing – HERE. SECOND FERMENTATION After you have your Kombucha continuously brewing, consider experimenting with flavors! You can make fizzy fruity or spicy drinks, mocktails, and even delicious salad dressings! […]
Vegan Lentil Soup with Mustard Greens
This is for my friend Kayrie, and for anyone who loves a hearty soup that will fill you up without weighing you down. My tastebuds can’t seem to get enough of this soup! I enjoyed a warm bowl every morning until it was gone! …right down to the last tiny lentil. This comes from ATK’s […]
How to Make Continuous Kombucha Brew
As promised! Notes from Candy’s Kombucha class. Check out the Intro to Kombucha post HERE. Candy is thorough, and neat, and organized. Her notes are detailed. If you are a Kombucha drinker and want to save money and add variety by brewing your own, you can do this! Once you get going, it will become […]
Chocolate Dipped Brandy Soaked Cherries
For weeks I have been anxiously anticipating the arrival of summer bing cherries. The season is so short and so glorious! You don’t need to add a thing to fresh cherries. But you wont likely regret adding brandy and chocolate. These make me think of Mom. A box of chocolate covered cherries would always put […]
Yoda’s Rootleaf Stew
In honor of Star Wars Day… Hardcore Star Wars fans will immediately notice the faux pas on this page. But it is not in the food! The food is good! When these spices, which will now be “Yoda spice” to me, hit the pan, the aroma is intoxicating. A feeling of peace and serenity fills […]
Yoda’s Rootleaf Stew – Vegan
Yes, I’m serious. Yoda stew. Because I am surrounded by nerds, I mean SciFi fans. There is a school of thought that says that Yoda is vegetarian. If anyone is able to confirm or deny this theory, please do! In any event, with all due respect to Chef Chaliborne’s 1983 rendition of what Yoda’s Rootleaf Stew from […]
Eggless Egg Roll Wrappers with Sprouted Filling
A shatteringly crisp and crunchy wrap makes just about ANY filling it holds too delicious! So why not fill it with veggies? Springtime sprouts make for a light and very healthful bite. Betcha’ can’t eat just one. Here was the dilemma that inspired this simple wrap. Finding a good ready made wrap can be problematic. […]
Half Smashed Mini Potatoes
Just as much fun as tater tots and SO MUCH easier! Colors in food make me a happy girl. Color = flavor, and nutrients entering the cells in your body creating happy healthy food highs! When these little purple potatoes hit the shelves, I can’t resist playing with them. Of course, you can smash ANY cute […]
Kombucha Class
Foodie Field Trip! Kombucha class and I am there, camera in hand, ready to document. If you are unfamiliar with Kombucha, please peruse this post and introduce yourself. My fermentation buddy, Candy, who also shared her DELICIOUS kimchi with us, is holding class today. To follow are images from her class. She kindly provided each […]