With Easter just around the corner, I am excited to share one of my favorite family get-together, side dishes. In my family, growing up my sister and I always had one thing we would make at any big family get together, so that during dinner, we could claim that we made it of course. My…
All Appetizers & Side Dishes
Classic, Italian Bruschetta
After discovering the many health benefits of tomatoes, I was in search of a recipe that highlighted these juicy, love apples. Thank goodness for a sweet man with a love for Italian who introduced me to this delicious, classic bruschetta recipe. And to my surprise, it can be made with or without the mozzarella for all my vegans out…
Vegan Queso Dip
So who would think that eggplant could somehow be turned into a cheese dip?! When I first came across a recipe that suggested using an eggplant as the base of a vegan queso I was skeptical, but just couldn’t resist trying it out. After a few trial and errors with different ingredient amounts, I finally…
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup {vegan, gluten-free}
Howdy folks! Well, this past month has been a complete whirlwind! I’m the first to admit that I’ve been a little overwhelmed with classes – trying to stay on top of my game teaching, while taking my first semester of PhD courses. They sure make you work for that degree! I had been hoping for a snow day…
Sweet Pea Hummus {health benefits of green peas}
Are you ready to take a delicious trip down memory lane? Remember when your mom used to say, “Finish your peas, they’re good for you!” Well, as it turns out, mom was right! Peas are one of the healthiest foods out there – especially for vegetarians. Those tiny green dots may look petty, but they are actually packed with…
