A super simple yet elegant dessert, these chocolate covered dates with pumpkin seeds take just minutes to whip up! Sea salt is the perfect finishing touch. Sometimes the simplest desserts are the best, aren’t they? I love baking for the holidays, but sometimes you need to come up with something sweet in a hurry. That’s…
Creamy Dairy Free Butternut Squash Soup.
A creamy and delicious butternut squash soup recipe without dairy or gluten. This soup is so cozy – it’s just right for a chilly fall day! When you cut ingredients out of your diet, it can be hard to find new recipes that you love. When you eliminate dairy, you might miss creamy sauces and…
Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup.
Slow cooker chicken wild rice soup is easy to make, and so comforting! Loaded with veggies, this dairy free soup recipe is so warming on a cold winter’s night. When the weather cools down, it’s the perfect time to bring out the slow cooker. A simple, hearty soup made in the slow cooker can make…
Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts.
Garlic roasted brussels sprouts are an easy side dish that goes well with turkey, chicken, or pork. This is a flavorful recipe that will make your family love brussels sprouts! As we approach the holiday season, it’s time to start thinking about what side dishes will grace your holiday table. I love to make…
Vegan Pumpkin Muffins with Streusel Topping.
Light and fluffy vegan pumpkin muffins with streusel topping will have you welcoming the cooler weather with open arms! These flavorful treats are the perfect addition to a brunch or bake sale. Do you love fall baking the way I do? Bring on the pumpkin, apple, and cinnamon treats, I say! It’s really been feeling…
Chocolate Sunbutter Crinkle Cookies (Gluten Free, Vegan).
These chewy chocolate sunbutter crinkle cookies are so delicious! Crispy outside, chewy inside, and rolled in sugar, this is the perfect fall cookie recipe. Are you getting excited about baking fall and holiday treats? I know for some people, the cooler weather and holidays bring on some anxiety. The holidays can be stressful for all…
Rainbow Roasted Vegetables.
These rainbow roasted vegetables are both beautiful and delicious! A pan full of oven roasted veggies is just the thing to serve on a chilly autumn night. One thing that I love about the cooler weather is the ability to use my oven more often. In the summer heat, it’s not too nice to crank…
The Best Homemade Salsa Verde Recipe.
Wondering what to do with those fresh tomatillos? Make a batch of homemade salsa verde! It’s so good on tacos, burritos, or just with tortilla chips. It’s peak garden season this month! If you planted a garden, you are probably picking lots of tomatoes, zucchini, and cucumbers. And that means it’s a great time to…
The Best Oven Roasted French Fries.
These are the BEST oven roasted french fries! Perfectly crisp, salty, and seasoned, these don’t last long around here! I remember when we made these oven roasted fries for the first time. It was several years ago, and now these fries are in our regular rotation. We had a lot of potatoes, and they were…
Chocolate Zucchini Loaf Cake (Gluten Free).
A delicious way to bake with zucchini – this gluten free chocolate zucchini loaf cake is sure to become a favorite recipe! Rich, moist, and so decadent. This is perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. Don’t you just love it when the garden explodes with zucchini? One day you’re admiring your zucchini blossoms,…
Pineapple Strawberry Nice Cream (Banana Free).
Pineapple strawberry nice cream is a refreshing summer treat that requires only three ingredients! This is so easy to whip up, and it’s a light and delicious snack or dessert. Top with homemade granola for a little crunch! We’ve been really into making easy fruit ice cream or “nice cream” over here lately. It’s an…
Homemade Magic Shell (Dairy Free).
Enjoy this homemade magic shell on all your ice cream sundaes – it’s made with simple pantry ingredients! There’s nothing like the crunch of a chocolate shell on your ice cream – such a nostalgic treat. Who remembers Magic Shell? Was it something you ate when you were growing up? I loved pouring it on my…
Sparkling Cherry Limeade.
A tall glass of refreshing sparkling cherry limeade over lots of ice is so perfect on a hot day! This is a simple, summery drink to make and enjoy at your next party. We have had a string of hot, HOT days here this month! And that has my family requesting homemade lemonade more than…
Cherry Chocolate Nice Cream Recipe.
Creamy cherry chocolate nice cream is a rich and delicious dairy free dessert! Cool off with this chocolatey treat – it’s loaded with fresh cherries and lots of chocolate chips! As with so many of the recipes on my site, this one was born out of an oversupply of bananas. It sounds funny, but it’s…
Potato Salad with Shallots and Bacon.
This is the only potato salad recipe you need this summer! Creamy potato salad with shallots and bacon is so delicious and full of flavor. It’s a hit whether you’re making it for a party or for a weekend barbecue. It’s the season of barbecues and picnics, and that means it’s time to break out…
No-Churn Cherry Berry Sorbet.
A refreshing scoop of no-churn cherry berry sorbet is the perfect ending to a summer dinner! This sorbet is both beautiful and delicious! You won’t believe how easy it is to make this frozen dessert. Summer is here, and it’s time to break out all the no-bake dessert recipes. It’s not fun to turn on…
Vegan Blueberry Oatmeal Pancakes.
Vegan blueberry oatmeal pancakes are tasty, healthy, and a delicious breakfast recipe! Find out how to make a stack of these fluffy, dairy and egg free pancakes and enjoy on a Saturday morning. It’s pancake time! Are you hungry? I hope so, because these vegan blueberry oatmeal pancakes are so yummy! They are the perfect…
Refreshing Homemade Strawberry Lemonade.
A tall glass of homemade strawberry lemonade is just the thing to quench your thirst on a hot day! Find out how to make this delicious summer drink for your next summer barbecue! There are some things that just scream summer – ice cream, barbecues, homemade salsa, and of course, a tall glass of lemonade….
Peach Nice Cream.
No ice cream in the house? Make your own! Peaches and bananas blend together to make a delicious peach nice cream. This fruity dessert is perfect for vegans and non-vegans. Summer is here, and that means it’s time for refreshing desserts! What are some of your favorites? At our house, we love fruity watermelon popsicles,…
Chocolate Covered Coconut Bars.
Chocolate covered coconut bars are an easy candy treat that’s gluten free and vegan! You will love this rich and decadent chocolatey dessert. Taking a trip down the candy aisle can be a frustrating situation for someone with food allergies. There are so many candies that contain dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy…you name it….
Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Pancakes.
There’s nothing like a big stack of vegan oatmeal chocolate chip pancakes to start your weekend! This recipe is quick, easy, and makes the best vegan pancakes. Steel cut oats add a little extra protein and fiber for a very filling breakfast. What are your favorite breakfast foods? Pastry? Waffles? Pancakes? When you eliminate eggs…
The Best Roasted Sweet Potatoes.
Learn to make the best seasoned roasted sweet potatoes! These are so delicious – seasoned, lightly browned, and full of flavor. Serve these with chicken, pork, or use as a filling for tacos or burritos. Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite ingredients. They’re so versatile – perfect in a hearty chili, in the classic…
Vegan Banana Chocolate Chip Cake.
Need a quick and tasty dessert that’s dairy free and egg free? Try this vegan banana chocolate chip cake! So moist, tender, and loaded with chocolate chips. This is a family favorite. Sometimes you just need a slice of cake, don’t you? If you’re having a long day, or if it’s a freezing cold day…
Fresh and Bright Green Sauce.
A simple green sauce made from fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon is a wonderful addition to just about anything! Serve this versatile sauce with fish, chicken, over roasted potatoes, or even use it as a salad dressing. If you’ve recently cut out some ingredients from your diet, you might be feeling a little deprived. When…
