Fast and Family-Focused Food Inspiration
1 lb Portabella Mushrooms (Baby Bella or Large Caps) 1 Onion sliced 2 Lg Red Bell Peppers or mix of red, yellow, orange mini peppers sliced) 4 tbs Liquid Smoke 2 Cloves Minced Garlic 1tbs Cumin 1tbs Chili Powder 1tbs Smoked Paprika 1tbs Garlic Powder 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper 1tsp Black Pepper 1tsp Pink Himalayan… Continue reading 😄Fake Steak Fajitas😄(Mushroom Fajitas)
This Stew has always been a favorite! So much so that I had it on the Goo Goo Gourmet toddler meal menu when I was running my Baby Food and Family Meal business. I made it this evening and forgot how good it was. Everyone gobbled it up and had seconds and thirds! It should… Continue reading Italian Lentil Stew: Carrabba’s Copycat
I have been on a roll with vegan meat alternatives this week! I made my Vegan Ground Beef Alternative recipe 3 times this week! I made Bolognese, tacos, and tonight I made meatballs for Vietnamese Banh Mi Sandwiches. This is a family favorite we serve on our Family Meal Boards. It’s so much fun eating… Continue reading Easy and Tasty Vegan Meatballs!
I have always love Panera's Chicken and Wild Rice soup, but wanted to give it a dairy-free, gluten-free makeover! This can be vegan by eliminating the chicken, and still be a hearty and delicious soup! 3 cups milk of choice ( For Instant Pot and Crockpot add an additional 1/2 cup of milk or cream… Continue reading Clean Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice (with vegan option)
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars have always been one of my favorite summer treats. I'm a huge berry fan, so anything with a burst of berry flavor is at the top of my treat list! Filling 1/2 gallon of Strawberry Ice Cream or sorbet 1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream. (Use your favorite local variety or… Continue reading Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars Gluten-Free with Dairy-Free Option
There used to be a restaurant in town with the most amazing "Mud Pie" It was a giant slice of coffee ice cream pie with Oreo crust and sliced almonds. I still crave it to this day, and I thought, I can make a cleaned up version that will still satisfy; and that's just what… Continue reading Heavenly Coffee Ice Cream Pie! Gluten-Free with Vegan Option
BLT Stuffed Avocados! Definitely making them again! 3 Avocados 1/2 lb bacon cooked and chopped 1 tomato chopped 1/4 lettuce the shredded 1/4 mayo 1/4 cup smoked Gouda cheese chopped small Sea salt and pepper to taste Slice each avocado in half and remove pit. Combine all ingredients and spoon into avocados. Cook at 425… Continue reading BLT Stuffed Avocados
Just 3 Ingredients to this heavenly treat! This was a total hit with my 3 kids, even the one who doesn't like coconut anything! It's incredibly easy to make and super healthy, a win-win! 2 Mango 1 Can Coconut Milk 1/4- 1/2 Tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Place can in freezer for one hour,… Continue reading Vegan Mango Creamsicle Ice Cream!
This is the perfect summer treat that can be eaten for breakfast, lunch, dinner or as a snack! I'm not the biggest watermelon fan, I know, how Un-American of me! But there is something magical that happens when you add the marinated vidalias, sea salt and mint! I promise, give it a try and see!… Continue reading Individual Watermelon Pizzas Topped with Marinated Vidalias, Mint and Walnuts!
Gluten Free and Vegan - Cherry Berry Skillet Crumble! A guilt-free dessert with all of the summer flavor! Filling: 3 cups cherries and blackberries sliced 1 tbs maple syrup Topping: 2 Cups Almond meal/flour 4 Tbs Coconut Oil 1 tbs maple syrup 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp vanilla Pinch of sea salt Combine filling in… Continue reading Gluten Free and Vegan – Cherry Berry Skillet Crumble!
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