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Tag: Baking

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

animal rights, Baking, Comfort food, Cooking, Forks Over Knives, healthy, Heart Healthy, recipes, t. colin campbell, Vegan, vegan personal chef, vegetarian

Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

This is one of those ‘I can’t believe it’s vegan’ recipes! Looking for ways to apply my new discovery, Maldon … More

animal rights, Baking, chef, chocolate, cookies, Cooking, Personal chef, plant-based diet, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

Vegan Chocolate Mousse Terrine

Here is a rich, elegant, special occasion dessert that is pretty easy to assemble, believe it or not. Fudgy brownie … More

animal activism, animal rights, Baking, cake, chef, chocolate, dairy free, dairy-free baking, desserts, Personal chef, Vegan, vegan chocolate, vegetarian

Gingerbread Cut-Out Cookies

These are the best gingerbread cookies I have ever baked, vegan or not! The flavor and spices are perfectly balanced, … More

animal rights, Baking, cookies, holiday, plant-based, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

Vegan Pecan Bars

Oh, my gosh! Scrolling through my reader the other day I came across this delicious recipe from Kaitlyn at myconsciouskitchen.com … More

animal rights, Baking, chef, Cooking, dairy free, Food, plant-based diet, Vegan, vegetarian

Soup and Bread

It occurs to me that there are two foods I can simply never do without–soup and bread.  I will never … More

Baking, Breads, Comfort food, Food photography, meatless meals, soups, stews, Vegan, vegan baking, vegetarian

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

animal activism, animal rights, Baking, chef, Cooking, dairy free, egg-free, fat free, Food, peta, plant-based diet, Vegan

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

Baking, brunch, cinnamon rolls, dairy free, dairy-free baking, Vegan, vegan baking, vegan brunch, Vegan recipes

Fast (and Easy) Whole Wheat Bread

Time was…young girls were taught to bake as an essential life skill. As with cooking in general, this knowledge and … More

animal activism, animal rights, Baking, bread, chef, Comfort food, Cooking, recipes, Vegan

Sourdough Baguette

Still in a baking mood, I embarked on a mission to create an old-fashioned, dense sourdough bread, like back in … More

animal rights, Baking, chef, Cooking, dairy free, plant-based diet, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

Banana-Chocolate Bread Pudding

BANANA-CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING recipe courtesy Isa Chandra Moskowitz 6 CUPS CUBED STALE BREAD 1 CUP CHOCOLATE CHIPS 3 BANANAS, RIPE, … More

Baking, chocolate, Cooking, desserts, holiday, plant-based diet, sweets, Vegan, vegetarian

Easy Chocolate Ganache

A rich, creamy coating of chocolate ganache makes a grand impression on a special dessert! Here is a simple recipe … More

animal activism, animal rights, Baking, cake, chef, chocolate, dairy free, easy recipes, Personal chef, Vegan, vegan chocolate, vegetarian

Calm Before the Storm Corn Muffins

Unless I am preparing food for a client, baking is usually an emotionally led decision for me. I’ll simply be … More

Baking, chef, Comfort food, Cooking, dairy free, Food, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

Vegan Eats: Orlando

Our first trip since Spring Break 2020, we ventured north for Steve’s birthday weekend to Orlando Wetlands and Circle B … More

animal activism, animal rights, Baking, Cooking, dairy free, Food, Gig, orlando, peta, plant-based, recipes, Sourdough, travel, Vegan, vegan travel, vegetarian

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

animal activism, animal rights, Baking, Comfort food, Cooking, dairy-free, egg-free, Food, Oil-free, Personal chef, plant-based, recipes, Vegan, vegan personal chef, whole-grain

Carrot Cookies with Orange Icing

One thing you may not know about me is that I have a great fondness for food nostalgia and vintage … More

Baking, betty crocker, Carrots, dairy free, dairy-free baking, Vegan, vegan baking, Vegan comfort food, Vegan Desserts, vegetarian, vintage cookbooks, vintage recipes

Depression-Era Chocolate Cake with Cocoa Buttercream

During the Great Depression, a time of severe worldwide economic struggle–which took place in the 1930’s and lasted almost a … More

Baking, Comfort food, Cooking, plant-based, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

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

animal rights, Baking, chef, Cooking, Food, healthy eating, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’

For those of you struggling to get your sourdough baking off the ground, let me offer some advice: Don’t give … More

animal rights, Baking, bread, chef, Cooking, dairy free, Food, recipes, Sourdough, Vegan, vegetarian

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

animal activism, animal rights, Baking, Breads, brunch, chef, Cooking, dairy free, egg-free, Food, Personal chef, peta, plant-based, recipes, Vegan

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

animal rights, Baking, chef, Food, plant-based, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

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

animal rights, Baking, chef, chocolate, Cooking, dairy free, Food, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

What’s Making Me Happy This Week

I have so many new ideas and recipes to share in my upcoming posts! First of all, I discovered Maldon … More

animal rights, Baking, chef, Comfort food, Cooking, gourmet food, plant-based diet, recipes, Vegan, vegetarian

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