The age-old dilemma for most mothers: It’s 5:30 a.m. and the alarm goes off, the needs of the day begin to pull at your blissful slumber, the clock continues to tick and the question remains…”What’s for breakfast mom?” And so it goes…another day, another meal and very little time to get it together. A quick solution for any busy…
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Falafel Made Easy
Okay friends, today it’s all about Falafel Made Easy! We’re headed to the Middle East (via the Kelly kitchen) in search of this popular street food. Falafel balls are traditionally deep fried and made with chickpeas, fava beans and spices. With a desire to reduce overly heated oil in my life, I’ve chosen to lighten-it-up a bit…
Vegan Borscht Ramen Bowls
Starting with roasted beets and sweets, we’re easing into the week with my version of Vegan Borscht Ramen Bowls. These pretty bowls are not only tasty but provide plenty of liver-loving nutrients. A common dish in Eastern Europe, traditional borscht is made with beef broth, giving it a rich depth of flavor. I’ve decided to “Veganize” my…
Blueberry Chia Breakfast Bars
Are you a weekend warrior or just happen to have one in your fit family? If so, check out these Blueberry Chia Breakfast Bars as a way to fuel your weekend fun. Make a plate on Friday and they’re sure to be gone by Sunday. Made with organic blueberries, chia seeds and almonds, these slightly sweet…
Simple Gluten Free Vegan Pancakes
Pancakes have never been one of my favorite breakfast choices but were often the weekend request by my children when they were younger. My little kitchen definitely saw its fair amount of skillet cakes in the mornings. I have many sweet memories of my kids and their friends having late-night sleepovers that ended with a fluffy…
Vegan Pink Alfredo Pasta
After finding out my niece’s adorable boyfriend Mikey is SEVERELY allergic to nuts, I’ve officially made it my mission in 2015 to include several nut-free recipes on this blog. Now, although I’m fully aware that many folks suffer from a wide array of food allergies, my family has always been able to eat nuts and…
Raw Macadamia Coffee Bark
Looking for something unique to share with your guests this holiday? Give our Raw Macadamia Coffee Bark a try, it’s easy to make and guaranteed to please! This bark is unreal, starting with a cold brew coffee concentrate from Jupiter Cold Brew Coffee – a local Encinitas company founded by the father and son duo, Scott…
Forbidden Rice Ramen Bowls
With the holiday season in full swing, it’s another busy day at the Kelly house and I’ve got a list that’s a mile long to accomplish. Of course, like most women, I start the day feeling ready to “go”…I’m on it! Then reality sets in, there simply is not enough hours in the day to check everything…
Gluten Free Vegan Pistachio Cookies
Have you been looking for a cookie recipe your family and friends will never know are vegan and gluten-free? If so, this is the one! Let’s get real, most gluten-free cookies have a funky taste and texture, nothing close to what we remember eating as kids…until now! My Gluten Free Vegan Pistachio Cookies combine a…
Cranberry Thumbprint Cookies
Our Cranberry Thumbprint Cookies are not only gluten-free and dairy-free but include a jam center made with fresh, organic cranberries and chia seeds. Sounds intense but these lightly sweetened and slightly tart cookies were ready to pop in the oven in under 15 minutes. Super easy and include the benefits of cranberries and chia –…