I grew up in a family that was pretty fond of casseroles. If it could be baked in a 9 x 13 dish and serve a small crowd, we were fans. If it contained some sort of Campbell’s condensed soup and was topped with something fried and/or crunchy, even better. A good casserole was always … Continue reading »
It’s that time again, folks! What time, you ask? Well, it’s Virtual Vegan Potluck time, silly! Created by the incredible Annie at An Unrefined Vegan, the Virtual Vegan Potluck is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a vegan potluck, consisting over over 100 bloggers, each sharing one dish virtually (online). Last May’s VVP was such … Continue reading »
I have to commute pretty far to and from work for the project I’m on right now. After working all day and then driving over an hour to get home, cooking an elaborate dinner is not something that interests me. I would much prefer that I had a 1950′s housewife to have dinner ready and … Continue reading »
Cinnamon is one of my favorite things about fall. That and getting to wear my boots all the time and bundle up in scarves and sweaters (in other words, the cute part of my wardrobe). And the crisp chill in the air and the leaves changing color. It’s definitely my favorite time of year and … Continue reading »
The other day, The Chickpea and I were trying to decide what to have for dinner. He wanted Indian, but I was in the mood for breakfast. Breakfast for dinner. Breakfast for dinner is one of my most favorite things in the world, but relationships are about compromise (as I’ve been told), right? Also, some … Continue reading »
Being inspired by other bloggers on a daily basis has become so commonplace for me, that I can’t believe I never used to read blogs at all. Every day, in my inbox, or in my Facebook or Instagram feeds, I see amazing creations, made by incredibly talented people. There are times, however, when something just … Continue reading »
So, I heard of this thing called “Taco Tuesday.” Apparently, some people designate one day a week, Tuesdays, for eating tacos. How genius is that? I can’t necessarily make those kinds of rules in my life because if a taco craving comes on, I need to be able to have them immediately, regardless of the … Continue reading »
The Chickpea and I had our first fight. I am a pretty neat person. I like to have everything organized in a logical, easy-to-find manner and I’m a whiz with the label-maker. I clean the kitchen before, during, and after I cook dinner. I’m that person who will pick your drink up and place it … Continue reading »
The last couple days, The Chickpea has been trying to prove his manliness to me. I think it all started a couple weeks ago, when I caught him watching Ally McBeal reruns. When he saw me in the doorway, he quickly changed the channel to baseball. This raised my suspicions because I know he doesn’t … Continue reading »
Always the romantic, The Chickpea surprised me with an extravagant gift. He had stuffed an acorn squash (winter squash being one of my most favorite things about fall and winter) with a mixture of golden beets, pearls of quinoa, emerald kale, and the most dazzling of jewels, pomegranate seeds! I felt truly spoiled! The best part … Continue reading »
There is just something about the word “flatbread” that makes me drool. It’s very Pavlovian, actually. At the mere mention of the word, I am dreaming about warm, doughy bread, slathered with yummy things like hummus or tapenade. When I read the lovely Shira‘s post on Chickpea Flatbread & Basil Pistou, I was mesmerized by her recipe. … Continue reading »
My current love affair just got pretty hot and steamy. He managed to wow me by bringing along a couple of his friends, The Black-Eyed Pea and The Green Pea. Things got pretty exciting… And by “exciting”, I mean “I made some chili!” Then I ate that chili with some Chickpea Cornbread Biscuits! This recipe … Continue reading »
“If you love it so much why don’t you marry it?” Sound familiar? It’s a phrase muttered by children on playgrounds everywhere. Some obnoxious and/or drunk adults can even be heard using the phrase in what usually ends up being a somewhat awkward situation. It’s also a question I’ve been asking myself a lot lately. … Continue reading »
Do you ever have moments where you get a glimpse at what it feels like to be a genius? Where a ground-breaking idea pops into your head, your heart starts racing, and you know beyond any shadow of a doubt that this idea will change your life forever? Oh. Yeah, me neither. Except this one … Continue reading »
A question I get from my family often is “Don’t you miss (insert type of animal-based food here)?” I always tell them that I do not miss (type of animal food) and I crave new things now. These days, instead of my old stand-by snack of apple slices and cottage cheese, I really love a … Continue reading »
When I was asked recently to review Chef Ramses Bravo‘s new cookbook, Bravo!, I have to admit, I had not heard of Chef Ramses or his book. Ramses Bravo is the executive chef at True North’s Health Center in Santa Rosa, California. Through his vegan cuisine, Ramses—who has worked in numerous hotels and restaurants over his 14-year career, … Continue reading »
Tofu and Quinoa. I think we could safely call tofu and quinoa staples in most vegan kitchens. They are both inexpensive, versatile, and viable sources of plant-based nutrition. Having a simple recipe for both of these items is a valuable resource for any vegan, and Chris and I use them often. Up until now, the … Continue reading »
The other day, after class, my yoga teacher said to us “Your sense of peace right now did not come from practicing yoga today. It came from peeling away the unnecessary layers, revealing your true self.” This really struck a chord with me and the entire bike ride home and for some time after, I … Continue reading »
Is anyone as excited as I am about it being okra season? I have to admit, I’d actually never had okra until just a few days ago and now you can safely call me an okra enthusiast. You probably could have safely called me an okra enthusiast before a few days ago, but I would … Continue reading »