Appetizers and Sides

Are you all ready for the super bowl? I know I am. And why is that? Well, it's because I am making this dip. It's low-fat, high carb- oil-free, and easy to make! It's filled with a plethora of vegatables (and even fruit!) that will allow you to not only enjoy the big game celebration, but also a nutrient-dense snack or meal.Layered Dip4503Layered Dip4472Unique, flavorful and nutrient dense layers, coming right at ya!

Roasted Brussels Sprouts w: Orange Maple Glaze and Thyme Roasted Cranberries One thing that I dislike about the holidays is all the stress I come under when it comes down to the cooking. I always try to plan ahead but, well, things don't always go as planned. I decided that this year I would make simple, easy vegetable dishes that I could share with those of you in the same shoes. Roasted Brussels Sprouts w: Orange Maple Glaze and Thyme Roasted Cranberries Brussels sprouts always get a bad rep for being stinky and bitter, but that's because your mamas were cooking them wrong for you as a kid. This recipe will make you appreciate these little gems and hopefully share them with your family during the holidays.

Organic-Dried-Fruit-Compote-e1418354881392-739x1024 After Thanksgiving, I realized that I had a lot of leftover dried fruit and I had to figure out what to do with it! Well, after getting my hands on a copy of the book Veganish: The Omnivores Guide To Plant-Based Cooking, I found a recipe! I read and reviewed this book on a previous post, which you can find here <3 I definitely recommend this book to those that are transitioning into a plant-based diet. It covers basic topics of transitioning as well as specifics in cooking techniques that will help you improve your skills in the kitchen as well. Dried Fruit Compote & Giveaway

Crispy Baked Zucchini & Potato Fries (gf) Blueberry Tahini Aioli (oil-free)If you live in Los Angeles, and you're vegan, I am quite certain you have heard of Organix. If not, what the heck is wrong with you!? Haha, kidding...kind of. Well, if for some odd reason you don't know what Organix is, let me fill you in. Organix is a unique market here in Eagle Rock that offers wholesome and nutritious foods that are mostly Organic, and they also specialize in gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan & vegetarian, non-GMO, and soy-free products. AND,  most importantly, they have a Vegan Delicatessen. That's right, a freaking vegan deli. WHAT?! Crispy Baked Zucchini & Potato Fries (gf) Blueberry Tahini Aioli (oil-free)