It just doesn’t feel like Summer until I have s’mores. But I certainly don’t want to deal with the whole campfire thing (I prefer being indoors, bug-free, with the AC on thankyouverymuch). I’ve also become averse to marshmallows. It started…
Vegan Matcha Green Tea Cookies for St. Patrick’s Day
I’m sure you’ve all seen the articles circulating Facebook about how unhealthy the Shamrock Shake is for you. So I set out on a quest to make a St. Patrick’s Day dessert that is healthy and made with whole foods….
The Ultimate Sexy Dessert: Vegan Ice Cream Sundae
With Valentine’s Day approaching, I went on a quest to find the sexiest ingredients. I searched books about seduction and internet sources and I came up with an ultimate sexy ingredient list: Bananas, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Honey, Figs, and Walnuts or…
Champagne Cocktail
My boyfriend and I are a little obsessed with classic cocktails. He has been on a quest to perfect his Old Fashioned recipe (he has to make it just like Don Draper). Much to my surprise, I have actually started…
Healthy Hot Chocolate Recipe
This time of year practically screams for Hot Chocolate, especially here in New England. I have been trying to avoid dairy and limit my chocolate intake, so I was expecting to avoid the indulgence this year. However, my cravings got…
Vegan Cheese Fondue (aka Risotto)
Warning: the explanation of how I came up with this recipe is a little confusing…my own family still doesn’t really get it…. but they all agreed that this dish is yummy, so I guess it doesn’t really matter. Here goes…
Vegan Pecan Maple Rice Krispie Treats
When I was little, at holiday time here in New England there always seemed to be maple-pecan candy around (I use the term “little” ironically, because the way I ate made me a very not-little child). The original recipe calls for…
A Little Nuts- Easy Spiced Nuts for Holiday Parties
Holiday season is quickly approaching, and that means spending more time with friends and family. Some gatherings are planned well in advance, but some end up as last minute affairs. So it’s always great this time of year to have…
Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
After a good workout I usually need a snack. I like to pick something with a lot of protein, and since I usually workout in the morning, protein pancakes really hit the spot. With Fall in the air I decided…
Classic Recipe: Waldorf Salad
Starlet’s love the classics… whether it’s fashion, beauty, film, or recipes. My mother used to make Waldorf salads all the time when I was a little Starlet. She used Miracle Whip as a substitute for mayonnaise. So you can imagine…
Retro Recipe Redo: Gluten Free Quinoa Vegetable Bake
Nothing says homemade like a casserole. But it’s hard to find ones that are gluten free. So I decided to take this recipe for Baked Penne with Roasted Vegetables, and simply replaced the penne with a package of quinoa (cooked…
Retro Recipe Redo: Vegan Hot Fudge Sundae
Who doesn’t love a Hot Fudge Sundae? Both Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn had a habit of getting a Hot Fudge Sundae after their acting classes. So I decided to come up with an idea for a vegan version. I…
