Bowls

Bowls, Main, Salad

Three Bean Salad

While I admit, I have the gift of a short memory for many things, I’m pretty certain my Dad made some version of this salad when I was a kid. As smart as my Dad is, he likely made this the easy way by combing the beans and onions and tossing in his favorite (store-bought) […]

Bowls, Main, Tofu, World Cuisine

Kung Pao Tofu

We are so in love with this dish! This is dinner once, sometimes twice a week! Everyone in the family enjoys Kung Pao Tofu and with a little planning, and food prep, this can cook up really quickly. On the weeks that I am organized, I will spend a couple hours on Sunday afternoon prepping […]

Bowls, Main

Cheap and Easy Lentils

My Mom loves to shop. Growing up, she loved to take my sister and me clothes shopping and her motto was and still is…”if it looks good on you, it’s in style”. Wise, Momma! She also taught us how to stretch our dollars, shop the sales, and appreciate and find great items at thrift shops. […]

Bowls, Breakfast, Snacks

Homemade Granola

The only granola you need in your life. This recipe is so simple and tasty, that you will make it over and over again. Serve it over a thick frozen smoothie, atop your favorite yogurt, or covered with your favorite nut milk! Top with fresh fruit or shredded coconut for extra delight. We make double […]

Bowls, World Cuisine

Vegan Pad Thai

Thai food is our favorite and we have experimented for so long to perfect this pad this recipe. We have been pretty specific about sharing the brands of ingredients we use here and, for good reason. We have been making pad thai for over 10 years and tried so many variations and brands of ingredients. […]

Bowls

Nourishing Barley Bowl

This was a happy “first-time’s a charm” success story. It had been a looong time since we cooked up barley and as the fall season rolls in with cooler temperatures, this dish really hit the spot. High in fiber and anti-oxidants, the barley in this dish will leave you feeling nourished and content. And, kale […]

Bowls, Salad

Val’s Vibrant Black Beans

Val is amazing! Smart, beautiful, athletic, and a genius in the kitchen. Thanks to her, this recipe is a regular on our menu. Stuff it in tacos and top with salsa and avocado, serve on top of your favorite lettuce or cabbage (we love red cabbage) for a salad, or serve as a “dip” to […]

Bowls, Soup

Thai Tofu Coconut Soup

We absolutely LOVE Thai food. Many moons ago, we learned to make this soup in a Thai cooking class and have customized the original recipe we learned. This soup is a top request by our kids and lands on our table weekly. It’s a quick and easy weeknight meal. This Thai Coconut Soup version is […]