We were recently in Vancouver for a vacation with hubs’ family — it was amazing! go there now! — and I visited a fancy olive oil store in Victoria. If you’ve ever been into one of these specialized olive oil shops, you know that they typically have tons of flavors to sample. I must’ve tried…
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Radicchio and Squash Salad
I had never cooked with radicchio before but I saw a similar dish elsewhere and was inspired to make my own! I absolutely love the deep red color and, as you know, I’m really into trying new things. I learned that radicchio is sometimes called Italian Chicory because it is commonly used in Italian cooking….
Peanut Butter Fudge
I have a huge sweet tooth, but most of the time I find fudge a bit too sweet even for my tastes. I don’t often crave it, and haven’t missed it that much since going vegan. But….this fudge adapted from Minimalist Baker has changed my mind! It’s only sweetened with a touch of maple syrup…
Candied Sweet Potatoes
Oh boy oh boy it’s Thanksgiving tomorrow!!! If you need another killer side in addition to cornbread stuffing, try out these candied sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are my spirit animal so it’s no surprise that the candied sweets are my favorite Thanksgiving treat. It’s like dessert that’s acceptable to eat at dinner. Who isn’t into…
Roasted Cauliflower Salad
I really wish this one looked as good on camera as it tasted in person! This roasted cauliflower salad is dressed with a maple mustard sauce that is the perfect pairing for all of its salty and sweet flavors. The cauliflower is really just the base to carry the flavors of the salty capers, the…
Butternut Squash Farro with Roasted Carrots
This farro recipe is a copy cat of Dig Inn’s farro bowl base. If you’re not familiar with Dig Inn, it’s this lovely fast casual food restaurant that’s basically a Chipotle but serves whole foods in healthy bowls. This farro is one of their seasonal offerings and is delicious topped with any of their roasted…
Banana Pancakes
Make you banana pancakes Pretend like it’s the weekend now We could pretend it all the time Can’t you see that it’s just rainin’ There ain’t no need to go outside – Jack Johnson, “Banana Pancakes” If this recipe doesn’t make you think about the rainy morning in Jack Johnson’s song, I hope it does…
Stuffed Zucchini with Maple Carrots
I am a big fan of meals that are mostly vegetables. Since veggies are high in fiber and water content, they can be very filling. Also, it’s acceptable to eat LOTS of them because they are guilt-free. This stuffed zucchini is a perfect example of a high-veggie content dish. And it’s healthy, it’s roasted, it’s…
An Imperfect Vegan 