This cake has been evolving over time, getting healthier updates each time I make it. It’s base of in-season apples, cinnamon, and honey can’t be beat. I really pile on the apples, because I think there’s nothing like sautéed apples! However, these apples are sautéed without the need for any oil or butter! I always…
Black Bean Enchiladas
Cinco de Mayo is approaching and we love Mexican food! !Ay caramba! Mexican food however, often comes with added oils and queso (cheese) and we wanted to lighten up this meal. The beans on their own make awesome taco filling for a fast weeknight meal. For something a little more elaborate, make these enchiladas. Great…
Chocolate Ganache Torte
This chocolate ganache torte is AMAZING! Warning-it’s very rich, velvety, and sinful (well, not as sinful as your normal ganache). This torte is made with a whole food raw sweetener-dates, and raw cacao powder. If you’d like to make this completely free of any processing, omit the agave, and use maple syrup or additional date…
Dark Chocolate Truffles With Grand Marnier
I made these truffles to take to a friend’s house for a party. They’re so rich and silky, they melt in your mouth. Because they’re not made with any animal fats, they can melt quickly if left out for too long. I feel these are best straight from the freezer-or chilled on a plate/bowl over…
Pomegranate Pistachio Quinoa
I made this to go with a Moroccan themed party I threw. It’s light and refreshing and went perfectly as a base to a chickpea stew I made (recipe forth coming, shown above). This salad is so easy to throw together, as all parts can be prepared in advance, and tossed together the day you’d…