Posts by Karen
Date Nut Balls
I made this recipe up to replace some overpriced date nut balls I found in a specialty store. I think mine are better. Remember, I don't use measurements so go crazy and do what feels good to you. If you decide to use the Five Spice Powder, a little goes a long way. I would…
Read MoreDid You Leave Room For Chocolate Pudding?
If you have a sweet tooth and also want to make some healthy choices, these two concepts don't have to be mutually exclusive. Want to know how that's possible? Stay tuned. Nothing better than chocolate Do you just love chocolate? How about a creamy chocolate pudding? If you ate the prepackaged puddings of our collective…
Read MoreDo You Like Smoothies?
I love smoothies. They're easy to make, filling, refreshing and full of great nutrients...if you make them right. A good rule of thumb to follow...use more veggies than fruit. Bothe fruits and vegetables have ample amounts of sugar in them but fruit has more. There are other ingredients I recommend using in your smoothies to…
Read MoreThe Best Ever Vegan Cheese Sauce
I have to say that this is the closest to real cheesy tasting sauce I've found. I didn't develop this recipe but I'm copying it right from the source. Enjoy! The best part of this recipe is there are no chemicals that many commercial vegan cheeses have in them. I would use any of these…
Read MoreSalt and Vinegar Roasted Potatoes
One of my favorite very guilty pleasures is salt and vinegar potato chips. I rarely have them. However, if they're available and near me, they aren't safe and neither is anyone who comes between us. I've found a healthier way to enjoy the taste of these tart and salty delights. Here ya go...you're welcome! As…
Read MoreAnother Soup Recipe - Pasta E Fagioli My Way
I love Pasta E Fagioli. It's so deeply satisfying, I could eat it anytime, no matter the season. But I do it a little differently. I don't use traditional semolina pasta. I use a high protein variety like this one. Or maybe this one. Some people don't like the taste of alternative pasta selections but…
Read MoreCreamy Vegan Pumpkin Soup
I know it's April and not really pumpkin season. But I've never been much of a rule follower anyway. It's a cold and dreary, soggy day here in the beautiful Garden State so it's just the day for some warm, soothing soup. Plus, I'm always up for making something I can toss together in the…
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