2014 Archives

Date Truffles

These tasty truffles are made of dried fruits and nuts which means they are full of fiber and healthy fats which means this is a MUCH healthier option than those addictive sugar laden holiday cookies and candy that seems to be everywhere this time of year. The other great thing is that if you have a food processor, this recipe is fast and easy, and…


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Fast and Healthy Egg Nog

This Egg Nog is a nice alternative to the traditional high sugar, high fat version.  Made with your choice of plant milk mixed with chia seeds to add thickness, this egg nog is satisfying and you won’t feel a bit guilty indulging.  Sprinkle with a bit of nutmeg and enjoy at your next holiday party or curled up on the couch at home enjoying the holiday…


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Holiday Pate Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

A few years ago I attended a cooking class in Boulder Colorado taught by Mark Reinfeld.  I had one of Mark’s cook books and loved it so I was really looking forward to the class. The two day class did not disappointed.  Mark is a wonderful teacher and I left with some great recipes and techniques and was even more inspired to explore plant-based cooking.…


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Celery Root Soup with Granny Smith Apples

This recipe by Tal Ronnen is to die for.  I make this soup whenever I really want to impress guests.   This is a rich and creamy soup with  wonderful celery flavor. The hardest part about making the soup is dealing with the celery root.  Be sure to wash it it thoroughly and then get to work cutting off the gnarly bits until you have a smooth surface.…


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Avocado Pesto Pasta

Another slam dunk recipe by Chloe Coscarelli.  Everyone raves about this recipe.  This is creamy, flavorful, and super easy to make.  If you don’t do oil, you can add a bit of water instead.  This is sooo good!! Avocado Pesto Pasta Serves 6 What You Need: 1 pound dried linguini 1 bunch basil leaves (about 2½ ounces) ½ cup pine nuts 2 ripe avocados,…


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Squash Macaroni

I was just talking to a friend about macaroni and cheese and how good it is and how we could live on it if it weren’t for the fact that it is loaded with saturated fat,  cholesterol and loads of calories.  Luckily, there are some really tasty plant based options that are so good you don’t miss the cheese and Squash Macaroni is one of my favorites.  You…


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Elvis Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a staple breakfast in our house but it can get old sometimes so I just bought a fantastic new cookbook called OATrageous Oatmeals by Kathy Hester.  This is a fantastic book and well worth adding to your collection.  This oatmeal recipe is a tribute to the King  of Rock and Roll. If you know anything about Elvis, you know that he loved the…


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New England Glam Chowder

I just returned from a trip to New England where I touched base with old friends, enjoyed my family, and took in all the wonderful things that New England offers in the fall.  One of the things that you think of in New England, especially the coast, is New England Clam Chowder.  This recipe from Isa Chandra Moskowitz’s book,  Isa Does It, tastes just…


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Pacific Rim Soba Noodles

I was so inspired by Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn and Ann Esselstyn’s presentation at Aspen Valley Hospital a few weeks ago that I went out and bought “The Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook.”  This cookbook is fantastic.  If you saw Dr. Esslestyn’s talk, or if you are familiar with his research on reversing heart disease, you know that Ann’s recipes…


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Black Bean Sliders

It’s a holiday weekend and that means BBQ for many people. These sliders are delicious and a much healthier alternative to greasy hamburgers. You can serve them on those cute little burger buns or if you want to avoid the extra calories you can serve them on a Boston lettuce leaf.  Be sure to make extra burgers to have for lunch the next day.  I like…


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