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Banana Breadie Greenie

September 26, 2015 By Christin 1 Comment

Whether you’re looking for a post-exercise recovery drink or a delectable dessert to sip slowly, this smoothie fits the bill. It’s cold, creamy, sweet but not too sweet, and it’s power packed with nutrients. It looks like the health drink that it is, but tastes just like banana bread. Yum! Ingredients 1 1/2 ripe bananas 1/2 c […]

Veggies for Breakfast: Less Flour, More Power

September 23, 2015 By Christin 2 Comments

Vegetables for breakfast. It sounds simple enough. But it sounds a little weird too, right? I mean, we live in a culture where marshmallows and candy (disguised as whole grain cereal) and cold pizza are common breakfast “foods.” Bagels, muffins, Danishes, and donuts are typical too. But think about it – there is not a […]

A Functional Pantry: Less is More

September 15, 2015 By Christin Leave a Comment

I started de-cluttering my house systematically room by room several months ago. I followed a step-by-step program that I learned from Nourishing Minimalism. I learned I have a long way to go to becoming a true minimalist, but I have made some major progress nonetheless. I finally have a pantry that I’m proud to take […]

Veggie Boat – Meatless Monday Recipe

September 13, 2015 By Christin Leave a Comment

When it comes to eating, presentation is everything. A little attention to detail can make a world of difference in making a plate look as delightful as it tastes. When it comes to eating vegetables when you’re not used to it, this goes double. Try this neat trick and wow your family, make your kids […]

Meatless Monday: Permanent Potluck Solution

September 7, 2015 By Christin Leave a Comment

So you’re invited to a potluck picnic. You’ve been to similar gatherings all summer, and you’re getting tired of showcasing your favorite dishes over and over. You need something new. Something inspiring to make. Something that tastes so divine you want to stamp it with the vegan flag so that everyone that tastes it will […]

Vegan, Does it Have to be All-or-Nothing?

September 3, 2015 By Christin 2 Comments

When people find out that I am vegan, I often get the response, “I’m pretty much vegetarian. I don’t much meat.” Or sometimes I get, “I wish I could do that, but I could never give up my cheese (or ice cream, or whatever).” Once in a while I hear, “I’m almost vegan but I do […]