The past couple years I’ve been part of a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). And I’ve shared many posts here and videos on YouTube about how I use my CSA. Each week I get so much lovely local produce, and I build my meals around whatever I get from the CSA. Today I’m sharing meals I’ve […]
I had eggplant and tomatoes from my CSA and had just seen Jane and Ann Esselstyn’s Youtube video for their Tomato Eggplant Melt. It was perfect timing! This recipe is on page 178 of the book Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease by Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr., M.D. It was so simple and easy to make. […]
My CSA is loaded with peppers right now, and I’m finding creative ways to use them. Check out this week’s video to see the pickling in action, or find the instructions written out below. Overview of How to Pickle Peppers The basic method for making refrigerator pickles is to wash and slice your peppers. You […]
Today I’m eating for my brain health. And guess what? That means I’m eating in the same whole food plant-based pattern that I have been! There’s not one diet for your heart, one for your digestive tract, a different diet for your skin, and a diet for your brain. It’s all the same! In today’s […]
If you’re following a whole food plant-based lifestyle, or even if you’re just trying to add more vegetables to your diet, you’re probably using a cutting board frequently. To keep your cutting board in good shape and lasting for a long time, you can use a little mineral oil. Watch the video to see the […]
Jump to the recipes with the links listed below: This pizza casserole is one of my new favorite meals! I love regular pizza, but it can be a hassle to make the pizza crust. And on my whole food vegan diet, it’s hard to find healthy store-bought crusts. Using this noodle base for the casserole […]
My kitchen was pretty well stocked up, so I decided to record a tour! Check out everything I keep in my pantries, refrigerator, and chest freezer to maintain my whole food vegan diet. If you’re trying to start a whole food plant-based diet, or you’re already vegan but trying to move towards a more whole […]
This is one of my favorite desserts and I hope you enjoy it too! It is so easy to throw together and if you don’t have time to bake it, or it’s the middle of the summer, simply eat the filling as a nice sweet cherry pudding! Watch the video to see the simple process […]
Last week I shared part one of several examples of what I actually eat. And today I’m sharing some more! Check out the video for plant-based meal inspiration and find the loose “recipes” below. Crock Pot Dump Soup Ingredients Directions Instant Pot Steamed Purple Sweet Potatoes Ingredients Directions Purple Sweet Potato Cookies *Please note, I […]
Today I’m sharing a collection of different meals I’ve eaten in the last few weeks. This will give you an idea of how I meal prep some of the time, and other times I simply throw together quick meals. Watch the video for all the details and get the loose “recipes” below. Chickpea Bites Ingredients […]