This Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce is creamy and delicious, while being deceptively simple! In lieu of the heavy cream, butter and cheese found in traditional Alfredo sauce, this particular version gets its creamy texture from pureed cauliflower — but when you serve it, most people can’t even tell. This sauce is naturally Vegan and Paleo-friendly , but make sure to choose a pasta that also fits your dietary needs by looking at the label....
Aquafaba mousse is a fluffy chocolate dessert , made with only 3 ingredients. It has an unbelievable fluffy texture, and below I’m going to share all of my tips & tricks for making it. (Because I tested this a lot!) What is Aquafaba? Aquafaba is the liquid you’ll find in a can of chickpeas. You can also use the leftover cooking water from cooking chickpeas at home, but I don’t recommend trying that with this recipe, until you’ve at least mastered the canned version first....
I’m in love with this classic chocolate pudding. Cold and creamy, it’s hard to believe this vegan chocolate pudding is dairy-free and naturally sweetened. You can make it quickly and easily using the meat from a Thai young coconut! (The type of coconut that has a shaved white shell in grocery stores, not the type with a brown shell.) If you’re intimidated of opening a young Thai coconut yourself, you can always ask someone in the produce department of your local store to open it for you....
If you love creating fun Halloween appetizers, you’re in the right place. With a few tweaks, you can transform an everyday appetizer into fun Halloween food! (No food coloring is required.) I’ve had way too much fun over the past few weeks testing various ways to make these Halloween dips as easy to assemble as possible. The spiderweb bean dip pictured below is my favorite, but I’ve included six other dip ideas in case you want to create a full party spread....
While writing The Fresh & Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook , I was juggling two kids under the age of 5, and needed an easy (hands-off) breakfast. That’s when I fell in love with cooking steel-cut oats in the pressure cooker! The process is significantly easier than the traditional method. Instead of standing over the stove top stirring, you can simply press a button and walk away. The oats won’t stick to the bottom of the pot, and the machine will turn off when it’s done, making it perfect even if you get distracted in the morning....
While writing The Fresh and Healthy Instant Pot Cookbook , I discovered you could cook perfectly fluffy rice in the pressure cooker. You don’t need to store a separate rice cooker in your kitchen, or keep an eye on the stove top while you prepare the rest of your meal. All you have to do is add water, press a button, and walk away. And since white rice cooks faster than other varieties, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal....
This Jackfruit “Pulled Pork” is an easy vegetarian alternative , perfect for topping sandwiches and salads. I love how quickly this recipe comes together, using a homemade BBQ sauce that’s sweetened with maple syrup. What Does Jackfruit Meat Taste Like? Jackfruit has a relatively neutral taste, absorbing the flavors of what you cook it with. Because jackfruit is often canned in brine, it can have an acidic or salty taste that I usually try to rinse off before using it in recipes....
Quinoa Fried Rice is an easy weeknight meal that is loaded with plant-based protein. It tastes like your favorite take-out, and takes only minutes to whip up! Why You’ll Love It It’s quick to prepare. Just like regular fried rice, quinoa fried rice works best if you already have chilled quinoa on hand. When that’s ready to go, this meal takes just 15 minutes to cook! Check out my How to Cook Quinoa tutorial, for the most fool-proof cooking method....
The first time I attempted making quinoa porridge, I didn’t love it. Quinoa can taste bitter, and it can even burn to the bottom of the pan if you simply follow the cooking directions on the package. That’s why I tested this recipe multiple times to figure out a way to make it more foolproof. There are two things you can do to help: Soak the quinoa before cooking it....
I make a big batch of fresh almond milk each week, and up until now, I’ve been at a loss for what to do with the leftover pulp. As I understand it, much of the nutrition from the almonds is released during the blending process and transferred into the almond milk, which is why the remaining almond pulp is rather bland and lacks the texture of traditional almond flour. This is why I’ve had no issue throwing almond pulp into the compost bin up until now, but due to high demand for almond pulp recipes, I kept at it, even if the first few experiments were not very successful....
Refried Bean Dip is a fast and flavorful appetizer that you can whip up in minutes. Serve it with tortilla chips and sliced veggies as a snack, or slather it on tortillas to make your favorite fajitas more filling. If you love the canned bean dip from the chip aisle of your grocery store, you’re going to love this easy bean dip recipe. You can make it with any beans that you keep in the pantry!...
White Bean Dip is an easy appetizer or snack you can whip up in minutes. It’s a delicious alternative to hummus with a fresh Italian flavor. White bean dip is a recipe you should always have in your back pocket. The prep work is a breeze, and the results taste amazing! It’s the type of snack that makes you eat more veggies, so you may always want to keep a stash in your fridge....
This creamy Yogurt Smoothie is a delicious way to kick-start your day. All you need is a few simple ingredients to make it! Once you taste this creamy strawberry yogurt smoothie, it may quickly become one of your favorites. It’s become one of our go-to healthy snacks . My kids don’t love to eat yogurt on its own, but they will happily sip this smoothie. Serve it in a glass, or pour it into a bowl and enjoy it with a spoon and your favorite toppings....
Since I first posted the recipe for a batch of copycat “Larabars” a couple years ago, I’ve received several requests to create some of the brand’s other flavors– the most popular one being their Peanut Butter Cookie flavor. And I’m so glad I listened to you guys, because these are some of the tastiest snack bars I’ve ever had! They taste like a peanut butter cookie, but better. They’re better because they are naturally sweetened with only fruit and have a rich peanut butter flavor, with the perfect balance of sweet and salt....
This Baked Portobello Mushroom recipe is impressive vegetarian meal, without much effort required. It pairs perfectly with your favorite holiday sides! Why You’ll Love Them They feel hearty. Portobello mushrooms have a meat-like quality that makes them a great main course, without relying on processed soy alternatives. Serve them with your favorite side dishes, like mashed potatoes and mushroom gravy , for an easy holiday meal. They’re delicious. A simple marinade of gluten-free soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and fresh herbs bring these mushrooms to life!...
This Beet Smoothie recipe is one of my new favorites. It’s an easy way to sneak beets into your day, without tasting too earthy . You can whip it up in less than 10 minutes! What Fruit Goes Well with Beets? Beets go well with strawberries and banana in this smoothie, but they are mild-flavored enough to pair well with almost any fruit you happen to have on hand. Using frozen fruit gives this smoothie a nice slushy texture....
This Chocolate Date Smoothie tastes like a rich chocolate milkshake! All you need is a few simple ingredients to make it. I first started making this chocolate smoothie when I was pregnant and learned that dates may help to improve your labor & delivery experience . But, I’ve continued to drink this smoothie ever since because it’s delicious and nutrient-dense. It makes a healthy breakfast or delicious mid-day snack!...
No-Bake Chocolate Walnut Bars are an anti-inflammatory dessert you can make without turning on your oven. They have a rich chocolate filling you’ll love! These bars have a sweet and salty flavor combination that’s hard to resist. They are naturally dairy-free, vegan, and gluten-free, making them the perfect dessert if you’re trying to use less butter and flour. This healthy dessert can be stored in your fridge or freezer for weeks unless you eat it all before then!...
This Curried Chicken Salad makes an easy packed lunch , and is the perfect way to use up any shredded chicken you might have on hand. It’s so flavorful! How to Make a Healthy Curried Chicken Salad Most traditional chicken salad recipes call for mayo, which is mostly made up of oil, so I’ve opted for an alternative source of creaminess in this recipe– avocado! You should know that I’m not the biggest fan of avocado on its own, unless it’s featured in guacamole or avocado pudding , so trust me when I say you can’t taste the avocado in this recipe....
Instant Pot Oatmeal is an easy, hands-off breakfast. All you have to do is press a button and walk away, while the pressure cooker does the work! How To Cook Oatmeal in the Instant Pot There are two ways to cook oatmeal in the Instant Pot. For this tutorial, I’m using old-fashioned rolled oats. If you would prefer to use steel cut oats, check out my post on Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats instead....
