Tangy, lightly sweet, and made with fresh ginger and lemon, this haymaker's punch (switchel) is the original sports drink and it tastes better than anything from a bottle. Haymaker's Punch (Lemon Switchel) Some old-fashioned recipes deserve a comeback, and haymaker's punch is at the top of that list. Also known as switchel, this time-honored recipe...
These toasty caramel coconut haystacks dipped in dark chocolate are the perfect treat for chocolate and coconut lovers. Do you play favorites when it comes to certain ingredients? I admit it, I do. If you’re anything like me your pantry or fridge is never without at least a few favorite staples. Take for example chocolate...
Make mornings easier with a quick and flavorful baked asparagus omelet. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, it’s perfect for busy days. I’ve always been a big fan of eggs. Whether scrambled, baked, poached, etc.., they make for a quick and easy solution for breakfast, lunch or dinner any day of...
Whip up a batch of chewy and flavorful coconut date rolls using Medjool dates and shredded coconut. Perfect for a quick pick-me-up, these bites are a nutritious and tasty treat. Dates are a staple in my kitchen. Medjools are the variety I buy most often thanks to their super tender texture and caramel-like flavor. As...
A one pan “pasta” featuring golden beet noodles and their greens tossed in a spicy and creamy cilantro sauce. I always enjoy finding different ways to use up the forgotten part of a vegetable; it’s like getting two for the price of one. Carrot tops go into pesto, broccoli stems are thinly sliced and quickly...
Start the day off right with a hearty and sustaining bowl of coconut porridge topped with a quick berry sauce. Cold winter mornings call for a hearty, warming breakfast and there’s nothing quite like a bowl of creamy coconut porridge to do the job. A piping hot bowl fortifies from the inside out; it’s extra...
These bite-sized flourless chocolate bouchons are dense and fudgy to the core, every bite positively oozing with chocolate. These are no ordinary chocolate cakelets. These small, bittersweet flourless chocolate bouchons with their crackled tops are dense and fudgy to the core, every bite positively oozing with chocolate. With bittersweet chocolate both melted into the batter...
These chewy gluten-free cashew butter cookies are filled with tender flakes of coconut and tart dried cherries. There is something to be said for the ritual of baking around the holidays. It’s a tradition I’ve always enjoyed; a chance to roll up your sleeves and lose yourself in the kitchen while the air fills with...
Enjoy a light and delicately spiced gluten-free gingerbread loaf inspired by French pain d’épices. Made with honey and warm spices, it’s perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a holiday gift. 🍂 Gluten‑Free Gingerbread Loaf (French Spice Bread / Pain d’Épices) This gluten‑free gingerbread loaf (inspired by traditional French pain d’épices) is a cozy, warmly spiced...
These easy, no-bake French silk brownies feature a fudgy brownie base topped with a velvety chocolate peppermint mousse and silky chocolate glaze. If there’s a way to improve on chocolate mousse it has to be by adding even more chocolate to the equation. With three separate layers of chocolate, these French silk brownie bars certainly...
This cranberry fool is a speedy but elegant dessert of cranberries and pomegranate paired with whipped coconut cream that's perfect for the holidays. Because every year around this time, we find ourselves a little shorter on time than usual, I like to keep a stash of dead-simple desserts up my sleeve. Something you can throw...
These sesame nori roasted cashews are sweet, savory, and packed with umami flavor. An easy, gluten-free, vegan snack perfect for entertaining or everyday munching! Sesame Roasted Cashews: A Sweet and Savory Snack Looking for a snack that’s just a little unexpected—but incredibly delicious? These Sesame Nori Roasted Cashews are exactly that. Sweet from a touch...