a Whole Food Plant Based lifestyle blog to support a flourishing life
Aren’t we all fortunate to appreciate whole food? Whole foods are a beauty we can transfer to our plates. I wind through the cupcakes and cookies at my favorite little market to find fresh fruits and vegetables. I was surprised to find pears tucked behind all of the processed temptations. They looked so pretty and […]
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Let’s add a little zing! Greens, including herbs, are some of the healthiest foods we can consume. With a plant-based way of eating, layering flavor through the use of herbs and spices in our meals creates bright dynamic dishes without the over use of salt and oil. Adding this zesty relish to your dishes is […]
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We are busy people, you and I. We need simple, go-to dishes for the days when time is limited. Tomato soup is so, so simple, warm, satisfying, and a good source of vitamin C. I prepare a large pan filled to the brim because I could eat this every day. I top it off with […]
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1/3 Our family’s batch cooking day is enjoyable controlled chaos. We love spending time together, creating memories along with dishes to share or freeze to serve another day. Ending the day with taste testing, critiquing, and laughter as we gather around the table. Even the kiddos love the day of peeling and chopping veggies. Today […]
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2/3 Gathering together as a family to batch cook dishes is an event we all enjoy, even the kiddos who love to peel carrots and zucchini or add ingredients to the stock pot. Everyone can participate, which adds to the joy and memories created. We all gather at the end of the day to taste, […]
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My husband and I recently participated in a fun date night cooking class. The menu included spring rolls along with several other dishes. We made a few adjustments to create plant-based versions of all of the dishes. Spring Rolls were quickly converted to ‘plants only’ and tasted so good! Spring rolls are simple to prepare […]
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Are you searching for the perfect meal to serve to your guests or family? The Refreshed Entree Salad is a sumptuous display of vibrant vegetables and is a consistent crowd pleaser. The Refreshed Entree Salad evolved from The Steak Supper Salad found in one of my best-loved cookbooks, The Junior League Centennial Cookbook. It is […]
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