Dirty Chai

A shot of fresh-brewed espresso poured into a cup of spicy, rich chai tea. The best of two worlds? I just had … More

Simple Cinnamon Rolls

I love home-cooked breakfast on Sundays. I woke this morning thinking about the other half of a double batch of … More

Vegan Frangipane-Raspberry Strudel

I got to thinking about frangipane and how I hadn’t enjoyed it since way back in my culinary school days. I … More

Cornmeal-Molasses Waffles

I was in the mood for waffles today. But not the usual sweet, refined version most of us are used … More

Original Ginger (O.G) Refresher

I am inspired once again by True Food Kitchen. This gingery, bubbly, slightly sweet and sour elixir  has become my … More

Tofu Scramble

Tofu scramble, when I reflect on my day to day cooking, is probably the recipe I cook most often at … More

Homestyle Oat Bars

I really like those tasty, chewy individually packaged oat bars I find at Whole Foods Market. But I don’t like … More

When Life Gives You Bananas…

Is it just me? Or does the sight of those last couple speckled bananas languishing on the countertop trigger an … More

Vegan Brunch, From Start to Finish

I love to cook big breakfast on the weekend! Here’s a fairly easy menu I pulled off this morning in … More

Mini Tofu Omelets

Here’s a tasty, portable breakfast option from the new cookbook by Isa Chandra Moskowitz, “Isa Does It”. These cute little … More

Recipe Test: Quinoa Pancakes

Here’s the thing about pancakes…I love the way they taste, but not so much how I feel afterward. All that … More

Sometimes Vegan Breakfast…

…looks like this. But more often, especially during the week, it looks like: Or… Now and then, weekend breakfast looks … More

Cinnamon Applesauce Muffins (gluten-free, soy-free, vegan)

The best part about this recipe is it’s simplicity. Many gluten-free recipes read like a science project, but this one … More

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

It goes without saying that this time of the year begs for pumpkin spice, especially on weekend mornings. These pancakes … More

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Muffins

These tasty muffins are standard in my seasonal recipe rotation. They are moist and richly flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice … More

What’s In YOUR Smoothie??

I start most mornings with a cool, creamy blend of fruit and spinach or kale, kicked up with pure green tea … More

Blueberry Cardamom Muffins (Oil-Free, Whole Grain, Vegan)

By the time I finish my morning coffee, I’m thinking about what I want to cook for the day. This … More

Vegan Pancakes 101

A pancake recipe is meant to be simple, created from staples, easy to pull together at a moment’s notice, provided … More

Tempeh Sausage Crumbles

These tasty sausage crumbles are versatile, lending a satisfying umami flavor and a chewy  bite to gravy, sauces, rice or other … More

Gluten-Free Vegan Pancakes

What is a weekend without pancakes? This recipe takes me back to Mom’s kitchen. Almost indistinguishable from conventional cakes, they … More

Vegan French Toast

As a lifelong  pancake girl, I never thought I’d get around to writing this post. But my husband’s a French … More

Plant-Based: On The Cheap

“I would try the plant-based diet, but I can’t afford it!” A phrase I have heard often. But, it’s a … More

Chocolate Chip Muffins (Vegan, Whole-Grain, Oil-Free)

Muffins are a happy little baking project. Quick breads are meant to be simple, tasty and portable. These little gems … More

Muesli!!

For some reason I’ve always believed Muesli was this mysteriously complicated cereal made in Europe using some super-secret old-world technique, … More

Banana Oat Pancakes

This recipe from our fellow blogger Spencer, has so much going for it! #1 Whole Foods #2 No oil or … More

Vegan Zucchini-Spice Muffins

When my day in the kitchen is smooth, I often have a little energy left over to make something just … More

Vegan Sweet Rolls with Fruit Filling

Times like these, I am sure your family is thankful they live with someone who enjoys cooking. And it’s times … More

Vegan Baking Powder Biscuits

Fresh-baked biscuits are a rare treat at my house. They remind me of breakfasts at Nana’s. I sometimes do half … More

Blueberry Waffles with Lemon Icing

I enjoy cooking a special breakfast on Sundays. When I can manage the time, I pull down the waffle iron … More

Maple-Butter Pancake Oats

My favorite breakfast is pancakes. But I don’t eat them as often as I’d like–opting for a lighter, healthier choice … More

One Big Vegan Pancake

Sometimes I am in the mood for pancakes, but dread standing over the stove babysitting the griddle until all the … More

Doughnuts In The Dark

Ah, the things we take for granted. I knew we would lose power during Hurricane Irma, but I wasn’t sure … More