Roasted Peppers

Roasted Peppers When peppers are plentiful and inexpensive at the farmer’s market, it’s a good idea to buy some in bulk to freeze for cold-weather cooking. In the winter, peppers are very expensive and their flavor is nothing compared to seasonally purchased organic...

Spicy Cajun Cornbread – 100% Whole Grain and Dairy-Free!

Spicy Cajun Cornbread – 100% Whole Grain and Dairy-Free! I love cornbread and the spicier the better! This recipe contains fresh corn, crushed red peppers, is 100% whole grain, and has no animal protein whatsoever! I like to serve this with Cajun Blackeyed Peas...

How To Make Fermented Vegetables!

Nothing beats the flavor, color, and textures of homemade Fermented Vegetables. This recipe makes approximately a gallon, which is enough to last me and my husband for a year. I usually make a second batch to give away as gifts. These are fantastic as a condiment or...

How To Cook Perfect Beets In Your Instant Pot!

How To Cook Perfect Beets In Your Instant Pot! Beets are notoriously long-cooking vegetables. While they still can take some time in your Instant Pot, the good news is you can walk away from them while they are cooking rather than having to stand over the stove...

Quick and Easy Vegan Mozzarella Cheese

I wish I could take credit for this recipe. Frankly, I have no idea where it came from. It has been in my recipe files for years, and I do not know who created it. However, it is such an integral part to making so many delicious recipes that I feel the need to share...

Dairy-Free (Vegan) Basil Ricotta Cheese

This versitile ricotta cheese recipe takes only five minutes to make and is an incredible substitute for the real thing. With only four ingredients, this vegan cheese whips together in seconds in a cuisinart food processor. If you don’t have this handy kitchen...