I’ll admit–I’m not a fan of winter in general; I hate the cold, I hate the snow and I hate the winter blues that always seem to roll around this time of year. On the plus side, though, when the temperatures drop, I find myself in the kitchen a lot more…usually huddled in front of the oven on those days when it’s cold and gloomy outside and the landlord still hasn’t turned on the heat for our building ;)…
Archives for November 2017
Chocolate Walnut Matcha Cups
A few months ago, a friend introduced me to matcha for the first time. I had heard a lot about it but had no idea what to expect. Unfortunately, so many of these health foods that catch on either: a) aren’t actually that great for you or b) taste like you’re munching on grass. I have to admit, even though I’m all for eating anything green, I was a little skeptical about matcha….
Loaded Vegan Veggie Burger
Veggie burgers are awesome. Not only are they easy to make and sound pretty much 24/7, but they are also a great way to sneak a few extra servings of veggies into your day.
I confess that I usually have a pack of Morningstar spicy black bean burgers sitting in my freezer for when nothing else sounds good or I’m in a rush and need to eat something fast….
Chickpea Curry with Veggie Rice
Indian food is one of my favorite types of cuisine. I love the spices, the flavors and, of course, the fact that it’s super vegetarian-friendly.
However, Indian food can be hard to make at home. If you don’t have access to an extensive collection of spices, replicating that characteristic Indian taste can be close to impossible. In fact, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve tried whipping up my favorite Indian dishes at home only to be left disappointed by the lackluster flavor….
Breakfast Bruschetta
Whether you’re planning a brunch party or just looking for a way to spice up your breakfast, I’ve got you covered with this simple recipe.
We all know that bruschetta is good all on its own. After all, there are very few things in life better than good bread paired with ample amounts of garlic and olive oil. Throw in some toppings like cheese or tomatoes and it gets even better….