Vegan cookies: Cinnamon-bites
These bite sized treats are not only vegan and super easy to make, but also something fun to make with the kids. You will need: 1/2 cup of your favourite nut butter 1/3 cup & 1 Tablespoon of Almond flour 2 Tablespoons of coconut sugar 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon 1/4 […]
Vegan meringues
Aquafaba – this blows my mind! A few years ago, some genius discovered that the water (brine) from a can of chickpeas acted pretty much exactly like egg whites when whipped. And then someone named it aquafaba! Basically, the protein from the beans leaches out into the water and makes the water remarkably similar to […]
Meatless Monday #12: Hummus
Hummus is a Middle Eastern dip or spread made from chickpeas, and I absolutely adore it! I tried my hand at making my own for the first time just the other day and I was surprised at how easy it is. I definitely will not be buying hummus ever again. I love dipping fresh veggies […]
Meatless Monday #9: Leek and Potato soup
I crave two things when it rains – to visit a European city, and soup of course. Making this Leek and Potato soup this afternoon I could not help reminiscing about a particularly good French onion soup topped with a slice of baguette and melted Provolone and Gruyere cheese. I remember it as if it […]
Meatless Monday #5: Mung bean Curry
Mung beans are small, green beans that belong to the legume family. They are mainly cultivated in East Asia and the Indian subcontinent and are used in both savoury and sweet dishes. Mung beans are high in important vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are a good source of antioxidants which may help lower ‘bad’ LDL […]
Meatless Monday #4: Tomato & Chickpea Soup
Today was cold and rainy – I am guessing the after-effect of tropical storm Eloise. In my mind rainy weather always calls for soup. I love this tomato and chickpea soup. It’s healthy, tasty and quick to make. You will need: 1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil 1 Red onion, finely chopped 1-2 red red peppers, […]
