Archives for April 2014

Watermelon Rind Slaw Recipe

"Waste not, want not!" is my motto, when it comes to about everything in my life. But you already knew that when I told you how to freeze extra produce to save money. Lately I have been on a watermelon kick, and already told you about the benefits of eating the WHOLE watermelon, not just the delicious pink flesh. When I shared the Watermelon Rind Smoothie Recipe, I … [Read more...]

Easter Menu with Vegan Recipes

Happy Easter! To all my Russian speaking readers: Христос воскрес! Easter (Resurrection Sunday), for those of us who celebrate it because of our faith in Christ, is one of the best times of the year to remember everything we are grateful for: God's sacrifice, our family, health, finances, a home to live in, electricity, drinking water and even the smallest of things that … [Read more...]

Watermelon Rind Smoothie Recipe

"Waste not, want not," goes the saying.   In nutrition, there are times when food scraps have more, or as much, nutrition, as the parts we love to enjoy. Throwing them away would not only be wasteful, but would mean that you would miss out on loads of health promoting nutrients, minerals and vitamins. Today I will tell you about one such jewel, which, instead of making … [Read more...]

Fat Free Vegan Black Bean Soup Recipe

Have you ever tried something that was almost good and knew immediately that it could be great? I have...many times. A few days back Hubby and I stopped by Whole Foods to grab a few things, and wandered into their soup-bar section.  Some of the smells coming from soups were amazing, while others not so much.  After checking out a few options I made my way to a pot of … [Read more...]

Gluten Free Almond Raspberry Muffins

Gluten Free? Gluten free diet is becoming more and more popular in the U.S.  While some people have a very valid reason to be gluten free--15% of Americans have some form of gluten intolerance, ranging from mild reactions to gluten food to those with Celiac disease, the rest of us can still enjoy delicious wheat products. However, it is always a great idea to expend our … [Read more...]

Imperial Superpower Cappuccino Recipe

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you combined a few superpower foods together? Maybe you haven't, but I could not help but wonder what would happen if I did just that. So, I whipped up one of the most energy loaded drinks--a superfood cappuccino. When I am created this drink  and I loved its taste and creaminess, I gave it to Hubby to taste. "How is it?" I … [Read more...]