Is there anything better than a dense, rich, buttery cake studded with seasonal fruit and topped with a crispy crunchy lid? How about one that’s also packing whole wheat flour, ground & crystalized ginger, and even some thyme! Oh, and it travels like a dream. A major plus for this holiday season that is truly…
Continue ReadingFried Calamari with Tabasco and Honey Drizzle and Cilantro Aioli
I love ordering fried calamari when we eat out, but I have to admit, it’s one of those things I’ve always feared doing myself at home. This is mainly because I HATE frying; it scares the heck out of me. But also, buying squid just seems… intimidating. Is that weird? Maybe I have fish issues…
Continue Reading(Vegan & Gluten Free!) Chocolate Coconut Cake Doughnuts
To say I’m anything less than OBSESSED with these fudgy, rich, absolutely amazing chocolate coconut cake doughnuts would be a lie! I’m just so utterly into them. It’s almost ridiculous. The fact that they’re vegan and gluten free is just extra gravy on the awesome train.
Continue ReadingWhite Bean Chicken Chili
It snowed yesterday! The first snow of the season. And such a pretty one, too. I soaked in the giant, wet flakes on my morning walk, and by the time I got home, I knew some chili was a MUST! Warm, spicy food just seems right when it’s a snowin’! Even though the feisty freezing flakes…
Continue Reading(Vegan) Tropical Carrot Coconut Snack Cake
Snack cake!!! Oh how those words make me beam with excitement. This vegan carrot coconut version is packed with tons of flavor, and only a touch of sugar. I’m pretty sure that means a two slice serving size is totally allowed. Maybe even encouraged! I’m actually having a moment with vegan baking these days. I think…
Continue ReadingOur Favorite Chicken Noodle Soup
Hello there, friends! How was your weekend? I hope it was absolutely amazing! We spent Saturday in the city shopping and reading (ok… I was shopping; he was reading), and ended the day there with a visit to our favorite s’mac and cheese spot. Mac and cheese and beer = an awesome dinner date! Then Sunday…
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