Halloweeny Purple Sweet Potato Chipotle Mash and Boo Bisque

Halloween Purple Sweet Potato Chipotle Mash and Purple Sweet Potato Bisque Vegan Recipe

Nothing says Halloween like color combos of orange and black or purple and black. Well, my friends at Frieda’s Specialty Produce sent me some purple sweet potatoes just in time for Halloween and I had a blast creating some boo-tiful dishes, perfect for any Halloween get together! Be sure to check out last year’s recipes [...]

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip

We are getting to the time of year where parties and get togethers are filling up our social calendars. Weather you are hosting a party or invited to one, it’s always good to have a quick and delicious appetizer dish in your back pocket. And who doesn’t love a warm and melty spinach artichoke dip? [...]

Funfilled Father’s Day Food

Healthy, vegan and gluten free Father's Day Recipes

Summer time is synonymous with grillin’ and chillin’. And who does that better than dad? This Father’s Day, give him the day off from the flaming grill and serve him up a dad sized meal that’s fit for a king! We’ve got a great menu below as well as recipes from 2011 and 2010 if [...]

Vegetable and Herb Cauliflower Tabbouleh

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Tabbouleh is always a fabulous picnic or party side dish. Light and fresh and and healthy. But for those who are looking for an even healthier version, try substituting the Bulgar wheat and grains for cauliflower. My vogue veggie of the month, this is a fun, crunchy and tasty spin on a middle eastern favorite! [...]

“Chicken” & Mushroom Puffs

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The holidays are near and it’s time to get a bit more fancy schmancy in the kitchen! Whether you want to try something fun and new with your family or your cooking to impress, these little vegan chicken and mushroom puffs, will make you look like a gourmand without needing to spend a day in [...]

“Seafood” Lettuce Cups

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Ahh,lazy summer afternoons. Chit chat on the patio, an ice cold beverage and tasty, crunchy seafood lettuce cups. Yep! And they are totally vegan so they’re all good for anyone you may be spending your lazy summer afternoon with! Mix it up, spoon it up and it them up! 2 cups cooked and cooled vegan [...]

Your Thanksgiving Menu

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Over the years I have offered up some of my favorite recipes. This year I’ve compiled them all into one post and added a few extras. This way you have a variety of sides, entrees, desserts and beverages to choose from in 1 place.  Vegan, gluten free or just looking for a few healthier options, [...]

Cooking with Spork Foods

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Join me as I invite Heather & Jenny Goldberg of Spork Foods on to The Global Kitchen. We cook up their signature Grilled Corn Fritters with a Chipotle Agave Sauce (recipe below) while also learning some neat tricks and healthy tips along the way! Fritters 1 cup organic yellow cornmeal 1/2 cup organic spelt flour [...]

Corn Fritters with Chipotle Agave Sauce

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Looking for a delicious appetizer? Look no further! The gals of Spork Foods have created a fabulous dish that is sure to knock the socks off of herbivores & omnivores alike. Crispy corn fritters without that heavy, greasy feel topped off with a creamy sauce that packs a punch.  Easier then you might think, make [...]