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Here you will find a variety of meatless recipes, many with optional substitutes or variations. I have enjoyed eating vegetarian and vegan foods for over 30 years and I am happy to share some delicious plant based recipes, healthy clean eating tips and natural DIY for the home.   

Not a vegetarian? Try adding a couple meatless meals per week, or maybe more at some point. Even cutting back on meat consumption is beneficial in many ways, prioritizing fruits, vegetables, legumes- (lentils, peas, peanuts, beans, hummus, etc.)whole grains, nuts and healthy fats, like olive oil and avocado.

Limiting processed foods, fast foods and added sugars is important! I recommend using 

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Here you will find a variety of meatless recipes, many with optional substitutes or variations. I have enjoyed eating vegetarian and vegan foods for over 30 years and I am happy to share some delicious plant based recipes, healthy clean eating tips and natural DIY for the home.   

Not a vegetarian? Try adding a couple meatless meals per week, or maybe more at some point. Even cutting back on meat consumption is beneficial in many ways, prioritizing fruits, vegetables, legumes- (lentils, peas, peanuts, beans, hummus, etc.)whole grains, nuts and healthy fats, like olive oil and avocado.

Limiting processed foods, fast foods and added sugars is important! I recommend using 

 

Non-Toxic Vinegar Weed Killer

This DIY weed killer is an easy and affordable way to manage weeds without harsh chemicals. It requires only three simple ingredients from the kitchen. It works by contact and results are visible within hours. This recipe, along with a little manual weeding, can make weed control much easier and healthier for the yard and air.

Ingredients:

1 gallon of white vinegar

1 tablespoon of dish soap

1/2-1 cup salt (optional)…

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Strawberry Banana Cucumber Smoothie

Ingredients:

1 3/4 cups unsweetened almond milk or other milk

1 cup frozen or fresh strawberry pieces (recommend frozen)

3/4 cup of  banana 

1 cup sliced cucumber 

1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder or similar (optional)

Instructions:

Add the liquid to your blender followed by the remaining fruits and veggies.

Start blending on slow and slowly increase speed to high, blending for 25-35 seconds…

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Sweet Potato & Chick Pea Hash

 Ingredients:

 1 1/2 lbs. sweet potatoes, cut into 1 inch cubes

 1/2 large onion, chopped

 1 red bell pepper cored and diced

 1 green bell pepper, cored and diced

 1 can (15oz.) chickpeas(garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed

 1 – 2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Large pinch of salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Preheat…

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Vegan Chocolate Cookies

Ingredients:

½ cup vegan butter or other

½ cup cane sugar 

½ cup light brown sugar 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup all purpose flour ​​​​​​​

⅔ cup cocoa powder unsweetened​​​​​​

1 teaspoon baking soda​​​​​​​

¼ teaspoon salt​​

1 Tablespoon almond milk or other non-dairy milk​​​​​​

1 cup vegan chocolate chips or other chocolate chips.

 

Instructions:

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Red, White and Blue Salad

A delicious and healthy salad. It's quick and easy to prepare and perfect for a patriotic holiday.

Ingredients:

6 cups organic baby spinach

1 cup sliced strawberries

1 cup fresh blueberries

½ cup of crumbled vegan feta cheese or other

2 Tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 

1-2 tablespoons of balsamic vinaigrette dressing

salt and pepper to taste

walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions…

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Hummus and Vegetable Pita Pizza

Ingredients:

1 pita bread round per pizza(recommend Toufayan brand in white, onion or wheat) naan can be a substitute

1 cup of hummus

2-3 tbsp of pizza sauce or marinara sauce

Diced veggies - onions, peppers, olives, spinach, zucchini, or your favorites

1 tbsp olive oil

1 cup of vegan mozzarella shreds 

A handful of vegan feta cheese for crumbling on top (optional)

(This recipe can also…

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