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Plum Sorbet

Plum Sorbet

While we were in Italy we had the most amazing plum gelato at La Sorbettiera in Florence. Now that we’re back home I’ve recreated this plum sorbet recipe to try to capture that flavor again. It’s close but not quite the same, however, this plum 

Cranberry Baked Oatmeal

Cranberry Baked Oatmeal

As we head into the cozy holiday season I love to take advantage of the fresh cranberries available in stores to make this baked cranberry oatmeal. Pairing these superfoods with this baked oatmeal for breakfast makes a delicious, nutritious and pretty morning treat. It’s also 

Thai Basil Tofu

Thai Basil Tofu

Thai basil tofu is one of our favorite go to meals. The combination of savory, sweet, umami flavor with fresh basil hits the spot. To top it all of it’s super quick and easy to put together for a quick weeknight meal.

Bacon Apple Cheddar Quiche

Bacon Apple Cheddar Quiche

Quiche is so versatile and delicious it’s great for just about any meal. The balance of sweet and savory in this bacon apple cheddar quiche works just as well for brunch as it does for a dinner paired with a side salad. If you’d like 

Green Chile and Cheese Cornbread

Green Chile and Cheese Cornbread

For the best savory cornbread you’ve ever had, you’ll want to give this green chile and cheese cornbread recipe a try. In my opinion there’s nothing worse than a dry flavorless cornbread. This recipe is moist, full of flavor and has enough cheese to give 

Korean Tofu Bowl

Korean Tofu Bowl

Sometimes the simplest flavors come together to highlight a perfect combination of sweet, salty, savory and altogether delicious like these Korean tofu bowls. For a quick and easy dish that’s plant based, vegan, vegetarian and still statisfying, this is one of my favorite mid week go to’s.

Vegan Tofu Lettuce Wraps

Vegan Tofu Lettuce Wraps

These vegan tofu lettuce wraps are as flavorful as they are fun to eat. I love being able to tuck in more vegetables that add striking color and make it even more delicious. Layers are the key to flavor here with a vegetable base, topped 

Hawaiian Chili and Rice

Hawaiian Chili and Rice

Growing up in Hawaii I can’t remember how many times I’ve grabbed a bowl of steaming hot chili and rice filled with Portuguese sausage. It’s one of those dishes that brings back childhood memories in an instant. From swimming at the beach to running around 

Vegan Zuppa Toscana

Vegan Zuppa Toscana

I love this Vegan Zuppa Toscana soup recipe! It has all of the flavors I want in a hot soup on a cold day. The rich flavorful broth, seasoned with fennel and red pepper flakes will warm the body and soul while the kale, potato 

Mild Italian Tofu Sausage

Mild Italian Tofu Sausage

As our family has began eating more plant based foods I find myself looking for ways to convert old family favorites from meat based to vegetarian or vegan. Unless a vegetable on hand makes a good substitute, I often find myself looking to tofu as