Happy week-of-Christmas! I’m heading up to my parents’ house tomorrow night. I’ll work from there Wednesday, before taking the rest of the week off to celebrate the holiday. I’m so excited for some quality time with my family, cuddles with my kitty, and a few delicious meals. Today, I want to share an easy winter … More Quick Vegan Hot Cocoa
This fall, I’ve enjoyed experimenting with some vegan, gluten, and refined sugar-free baking. While I’ll always love my layer cakes and rich brownies, it’s nice to be able to whip up some yummy treats that also make me feel great! Like my chocolate chip banana bread cookies and pumpkin oatmeal cookies, these chocolate banana muffins are so easy … More Chocolate Banana Muffins
This vegan pumpkin pasta was a surprisingly successful experiment! I’ve seen similar recipes on a few blogs this fall, and thought that I would give it a try. A creamy and rich pasta sauce that’s totally dairy free and fortified with a vitamin-packed veggie – could this even be possible? I’m happy to report that … More Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Pasta
I remember a conversation I once had with my brother about chocolate. We were both pretty young, and he asked me what my favorite type was. “That’s easy – milk chocolate!”, I said almost immediately. “It’s so yummy!” He responded that his favorite was dark – he liked how it was a little bitter – and … More Peppermint White Chocolate Brownies
For a bake-aholic like me, December is one of the very best times of the year! I’ve been dreaming in peppermint, dark chocolate, and spicy ginger for months now, so I can’t wait to start making Christmas cookies. Holiday baking has always been a really important tradition for my family. In fact, it’s probably my favorite festive activity for … More Recipe Inspiration: Christmas Cookies
Friends, these brussels sprouts may be some of the very best veggies I’ve ever made. Seriously, the flavor combination is spot on. You already know that roasting is one of my favorite cooking techniques, but the oven really works its magic on these types of cruciferous vegetables. Under the hot heat, the sprouts’ leaves become … More Perfect Autumn Brussels Sprouts
Imagine a bed of tart apples, bubbling with sweetened juices and perfectly spiced with cinnamon. Strewn atop is a rich and buttery mixture of hearty oats and walnuts that soaks up each bit of fruity flavor. Is your mouth watering yet? This apple crisp is truly my idea of the perfect autumn dessert. It is at … More Apple Crisp
This butternut squash & farro salad is the perfect fall side dish. It’s hearty and filling with a great balance of seasonal flavors. I picked up this brilliantly orange squash at the farmer’s market, and just knew that I had to roast it – my favorite way to prepare veggies! As the squash browned its sugars caramelized, the sweetness … More Butternut Squash & Farro Salad
Autumn has to be one of the best times of year for really great food. Sure, spring berries and summer corn are delicious, but rich fall treats are so comforting and nourishing as the weather grows cold and the air turns crisp. Recently, my local farmer’s market has been overflowing with incredible offerings: bartlett pears, … More Recipe Inspiration: Autumn Comfort Food
Chocolate chip cookies, passionfruit mousse, blondies, and now pumpkin pie?! I know, I’ve been posting way too many sweets lately (like that could ever be possible, haha)! I guess this is proof that I really am a desserts type of gal. What can I say, baking is my passion! To be honest, most of my … More Pumpkin Pie with Maple
Glitter & Grace 