An incredibly, creamy Vegan Low-fat Nut-free Garlic Sauce that is so healthy, yet so satisfying. By using hearty potatoes as the base, it keeps the meal filling, yet light at the same time. Thanks to it’s nut-free, low-fat base, you won’t be left with a lethargic heavy feeling. The sauce is incredibly versatile and tastes…
8 ingredients
Smoky Chickpeas with Olive-Cado Relish….and my thought process on writing recipes!
When I shared a prior post on My Story, I got several questions from readers, a few of them asking how I come up with my recipes. I will try to explain my style and process a little bit on this post. Having a blog that focuses on creating recipes with just 8 ingredients or…
Vegan Bloody Mary Swirl Cheesecake
Crazy. Just go ahead and say it, you think I’m crazy and off my rocker. Well, I just might be! Bloody Mary Cheesecake?? But wait, before you run away, I have a really, really good reason for coming up with this recipe. Read on my friends, read on. I wrote it for none other, than…
Oil-free Vegan Barbecue Pesto
Say whattttttt?! Barbeque pesto?? YES. Forget traditional basil pesto, I have created a new kind of pesto. Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love classic pesto, but I love barbeque sauce and the idea of creating a pesto/sauce out of homemade barbeque sauce sounded really good to me. Guess what…it is delicious and I’m sharing…
Vegan Lemon Bars with Spiced Tahini Caramel
I’m letting you in on a little secret. Caramel goes really, really well with lemon. The tartness of lemon is an amazing contrast to the sweet, spiciness of this caramel. Not just any caramel either, I created a spicy, sweet tahini caramel. So amazingly, delicious. One bite into these beauties and you will be shaking your head in disbelief…
6 Ingredient Vegan Chocolate Fudge Ice Cream Cups
Each time I post an awesome new vegan ice cream recipe, there is always somebody who says they don’t have an ice cream maker or wishes they had one. Well, today is your lucky day. 6 ingredients. Vegan, dairy-free, soy-free, nut-free ice cream. Amazingly, chocolatey and fudgy and no ice cream maker needed. Perfect straight…
Mexican Sweet Potatoes with Mexican Tahini Sauce
I live in Texas, where people love their Mexican food. I grew up eating it and what’s not to love? Spices, aromas, melty cheese…..just total comfort food. Well, I eat a plant based diet now, so no more traditional cheese. But, I do make a cheesy sauce and have found there is virtually a way…
Chunky Potato & Zucchini Soup
Would you think I’m crazy if I told you all you had to do was roast some potatoes and then throw them in a blender and you’d have the creamiest, thickest soup ever? Without any milk or butter or even nuts?? That’s what I discovered anyways. Yep, you will thank me for this one. Seriously, I needed…
Vegan Cinnamon Spice Cheesecake Tart
No-Bake Vegan Cinnamon Spice Cheesecake Tart that is dairy-free, oil-free and made with cashews and a secret ingredient for extra “cheesecake” tang! All of your guests will never believe it’s vegan! All made in the blender, so easy to make. Just blend and freeze! Here is another vegan cheesecake for you….and it is TO DIE…
Welcome To The Vegan 8!!
CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?! My blog is finally ready and revealed! 🙂 It is totally me, my style and my favorite colors…red and orange. As of October 2013, I have begun a new concept for my blog and I’m THRILLED about it. The Healthy Flavor, for me, has been a wonderful expression of my passion with…