What will you serve at your next party? With very little time for planning, shopping and prep, many of us panic when it comes time to serve our guests a dish that has been lovingly made in our own kitchen. Let’s get real, cooking takes time and there is a risk factor for those who aren’t…
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Vegan Pot Pie
Pot pie, with its flaky crust and creamy center, is considered comfort food for many people but often includes cheese and a crust that is not gluten-free. What’s a girl to do when she needs some comfort food but can’t tolerate gluten or dairy? We’ve created our own Vegan Pot Pie that’s not only dairy-free but also…
Fuyu Persimmons Maqui Smoothie
Fuyu Persimmons are a delicious option when looking for seasonal fruit this fall. This beautiful, tomato-shaped fruit originated in China but is actually the National fruit of Japan. The Fuyu has a bright-orange colored skin with a crisp crunch and sweet taste. No need to peel your Fuyu’s as this specific variety does not have…
Seasonal Vegan Fruit Parfait
If you find yourself overwhelmed and in need of a quick, raw dessert for your friends and family this weekend, give our Seasonal Vegan Fruit Parfait a try! This whole-food dessert is made from some of Mother Nature’s simplest ingredients…fresh, organic fruit. The combination of seasonal fruit and creamy coconut whipped cream is complimented with our…
Perfect Pistachio Smoothie
Okay, so no one ever said this would be easy! Living with a chronic illness is a nagging reminder to stay present, knowing that where you are today can, and often does, change overnight. Staying in the moment and appreciating the small stuff seems easy, but when things go south we’re challenged to dig deep,…
Raw Maqui Berry Bites
Who doesn’t love a good dessert, especially when it’s raw and full of superfood power. Today I’m sharing my Raw Maqui Berry Bites made without the use of cashews, yep, no cashews! Most raw tarts, pies, and cheesecakes start with a base of soaked cashews; however, we seem to be over them around the Kelly house….
Boosted Protein Power Smoothie
How to increase protein in a plant-based diet: Start with the understanding that getting enough protein from a vegan diet requires eating from the rainbow of foods Mother Nature has given us. No single source of protein, plant or animal, is perfect. Beyond offering a variety of beans, legumes, vegetables, fruit, nuts and seeds, I…
Baked Pear and Ginger Oatmeal
Happy fall everyone! Today marks the Autumn Equinox, a time of beautiful balance. Fall in San Diego may not have the dazzling display of leaves changing color, but the heat has lifted and once again the cool ocean breeze returns. Many of the beach visitors have gone home leaving a stillness of appreciation for the playfulness of…
Coconut Curry Roasted Vegetables
Oh no, not another veggie burger! Yep, it’s easy to get in a rut when it comes to planning and preparing dinner for your family. Eating the same types of food night-after-night can get boring and be the main cause for late night snacking. Yes, you heard me…”can cause late night snacking!” One way to…
Mango Pitaya Smoothie Jar
It’s been a HOT September in San Diego and keeping cool is not always easy. Enjoying a cold smoothie is the perfect way to help lower your internal body temperature and cool down quickly. Our smoothie creations take many forms depending upon the weather and the day, but today called for something a little special, our Mango…