Megan Faletra is my new virtual intern. This is her first post here on my blog. For more about her, read her bio below. For all the people out there who are gluten intolerant or have celiac disease and miss a good vegetarian wrap once in a while boy do I have a wonderful substitute for you. I recently discovered how to make the perfect
Vegan Eating and the Olympics: Every Day is Different
Poor Mckayla Maroney As I watched the Olympics last night and saw Mckayala Maroney mess up one of her vaults, my heart sank for her, considering all the hard work that she had put in up to that point. My husband actually left the room because he couldn’t watch any more after Mckayla was unable to stick the landing on her vault. The commentator seemed
Milk without The Moo: A Review of NonDairy Milk
Milk Without the Moo By Rebekah Facteau,, virtual intern As the population of vegans, vegetarians, and health-conscious people continues to grow, more and more shoppers are switching from cow milk to non-dairy alternatives. These alternatives are made from beans, nuts, seeds, or grains. The main ingredient of each product (soy, rice, oats etc.) is soaked in liquid for prolonged periods, finely ground and strained, and
Thrive Foods book by Brendan Brazier Speaks to Me
You might not know it (but if you knew me well, you would), I do not need another cookbook. I have hundreds of them and many of them could use a new home. So, I was reluctant to receive a copy (yes, they gave it to me – full disclosure here) of Brendan Brazier’s Thrive Foods book. My interest was piqued when I heard something
Immune Boosting Bowl
I have been working feverishly for the past month or so to complete my pressure cooking cookbook. I’ve taken few breaks and haven’t seen much of the world lately. Still, I managed to get attacked by a germ, a virus. I suspect that my son’s return from a trip back east with a sickness, and his coughing, without covering his mouth, led to this moment.
Time to Make Fermented Sauerkraut
Often cabbage is the base as in this sauerkraut recipe but many other vegetables can also be fermented.
Five Tips for a Healthier and Happier Life NOW
Here are five of my key tips to improve your life daily: Be grateful for something every day. If it’s only the fact that you woke up and opened your eyes and you express gratitude, it will help your attitude. The more gratitude you have, the better you are likely to feel. Practice the 80/20 rule. Whatever you do 80% of the time has the
Without Mom Where Would I Be? With Food and Vegetables
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The Road to Dietary Salvation is Dotted with Vegetables
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Sweet and Sour Summer Squash
Sweet and Sour Summer Squash Serves 4 as a side dish This is an easy dish to make. It takes only a few minutes in the pressure cooker and can easily be made on the stove top. 1 tablespoon canola oil (optional) 1 medium onion, diced 1 teaspoon grated ginger 4-6 cups summer squash, cut into bite-sized but medium pieces 1 8 ounce can pineapple