• The Only Vegan in the House
    In general, I would say I am a pretty average person. I am 42 years old, a stay at home mom to two children, and the wife of a busy husband. I’m also Vegan. Which didn’t [read more]

  • Vindication is MINE!!!
    Honestly….I’m kind of loving that my husband and kids are seeing what I’m really doing at home while they are usually away at work and school.  Were they [read more]

  • The Dust Made Me Do It
    There is something about certain kinds of dirt that can send me into an obsessive fixation. It’s not so much the smudges, marks, or stuck on kind.  I mean, yeah, that [read more]

  • Chia Berry Jam
    This 4 ingredient jam features chia seeds, is sweetened only with maple syrup, and uses a bag of frozen fruit. Making it healthy AND easy! [read more]

  • Ingredient Spotlight: Agar
    If you haven’t heard of Agar, then let me be the first to introduce you!  For vegans it is an absolute must-have ingredient in your cooking toolbox, and for [read more]

  • The SAHM Graduate Fund
    Not only can the experience of staying home rob SAHM's of their confidence, but it can limit their personal aspirations, and their future earning potential. We need to evolve this role so we can decide to stay home, and still have a fulfilling future after that job is done. [read more]

  • Vegan Crépes
    Think you can't have crépes because you don't do eggs or dairy anymore? Then rejoice! Because you can still enjoy a plate full of these breakfast delights! [read more]

  • Basic Scrambled Tofu
    I love a good tofu scramble, but sometimes...I just don't want all the mushrooms and spinach and tomatoes...I turn into a 6 year old kid and just want it plain! [read more]

  • Butternut Squash Dumplings
    I'm a big believer that if you want to eat good food, you have to buy good food. It has to be there to inspire you... to remind you...to guilt you for allowing it to sit there day after day... [read more]

  • Wild Rice Pilaf
    This wild rice pilaf will become a staple in your repertoire. It works well with so many dishes because of its classic and simple flavors, and can be taken from a side to a main in a snap! [read more]

  • How Chocolate Changed My Life
    Going to culinary school changed my life and opened my eyes to the potential for a different future. It was incredible! But I kind of expected that. What I didn't expect was what came after my classroom time was done. [read more]

  • Low-Fat Vegan Sweet Potato Custard
    I love the flavors of fall, especially the desserts! But eating those treats so close to the holidays, which will inevitably be filled with too much sugar, fat and calories is NOT in my eating plan. This recipe gives me the flavor fix without the side of 5 pounds! [read more]

  • The Worst Part About Being Vegan
    Most people talk about the upsides of being Vegan... improved health, living compassionately, lessening our destruction of the environment. But there's another side not everyone talks about. [read more]

  • Veggies and Dumplings
    Did you know that its Fall already?! That means time for soups and stews. And I've updated this familiar favorite to have all the flavor, without the meat! [read more]

  • Carrot Parsley Juice
    Its almost Halloween! Which means lots of late night candy binges!! This brightly hued juice fits right in with the spooky holiday, and comes to the rescue after you've eaten more than you should have! [read more]

  • Vegan Blueberry Muffins
    It has been quite a ride to bring you this post. I actually wanted to do it a couple of days ago, but I had a catastrophe... My blueberries all sunk!! [read more]

  • Basic Chia Pudding
    Did you know you could have pudding that is actually GOOD for you. Like REALLY good for you? Well here it is! Check out what makes it so fab! [read more]

  • Vegan French Toast
    So, I've posted this recipe before, but I just made it again last night...you know a breakfast for dinner situation...and I realized there was one big problem! [read more]

  • Meet Kristin Fraser
    (photo by Romy Young – www.blogromy.com) Kristin Fraser was one of the first people I met when I arrived at the Natural Gourmet Institute for the first day of classes. [read more]

  • Little Lies and Cookie Crumbs
    When you are the parent of a young child, there is a lot of fibbing, fudging and falsifying. They are not very good of course, and its usually pretty obvious. Sure, its [read more]

  • The New Me!
    Its the beginning of a new year! Time for New Year's Resolutions, diets, workouts, and the new "ME'! Except...I am SO not feeling that... [read more]

  • Deviled Potatoes
    Need something to take to that Easter get-together? Here's your answer! These easy appetizers pack the flavors of a deviled egg in a perfectly portioned potato bite! [read more]

  • Raw Kale and Apple Salad
    Even though I'm Vegan, I'm not the biggest fan of salads. Weird, I know. But this raw Kale and Apple salad has the perfect blend of tart and sweet that makes my tastebuds sing! [read more]

  • Cinnamon Cashew Date Milk
    Ok, now this is good! This cinnamon cashew date milk recipe makes a lightly sweet and creamy beverage with a dash of cinnamon. It’s like a dessert drink! And [read more]

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My name is Natalie and I’m a SAHM to 2 teenagers who are almost ready to fly the nest! 😟

 

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