Yummy Lumpkins

When I think of warm summer nights I think of good times on the back porch: firing up the BBQ, fresh summer fruit, cool beverages, good conversation, good friends... and potato salad. Potato salad is one of those classic summer dishes that everyone enjoys. Unless for some reason you hate potatoes and in that case you must be from another planet. But I can't help you there... Jumping into a lifestyle of no dairy products had me wondering if I would ever be able to find a replacement for my beloved potato dish.  But when there's a will, there's a way. And I made sure I found my way back to a delicious, flavorful, healthier potato salad. After a lot of recipe searching and testing I found the perfect combination of ingredients to make one of the best potato salads I have ever had. Not only is this recipe perfect for summer nights, but it's perfect to pack up in tupperware and take on a picnic, bring to a potluck or to have just because it's so darn good. Enjoy! Cr

It completes me. It's true. I can't get enough asparagus. If I could, I would have it with at least one meal every day. It has such a wonderful flavor and is so versatile. I wanted to share a quick recipe that came from the amazing Colleen Patrick-Goudreau's cookbook The Vegan Table . It's a super fresh, delicious (not to mention, beautiful) take on asparagus that I instantly fell in love with. And it's quick and easy! I urge you to give this recipe a try. Ladies and gentlemen.... Pan-fried Asparagus with Lime Juice 1 tsp nondairy butter (I use Earth Balance) 1 Tblspn olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium- size shallot, minced 1 bunch fresh asparagus spears, tough ends trimmed Juice from 1/4 lime Salt and pepper, to taste Directions Melt butter with olive oil in a large-size skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic and shallot, and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in asparagus spears; cook until bright green and tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Squeeze

Recently I've been experimenting with incorporating more raw food into my diet because, frankly, it's great for you. I'm sure your mind either immediately says "Ew." or "So, just salad?", but let me assure you neither of those are the case. Of course having a great big green salad loaded with fresh veggies is an easy and excellent way to get raw food into your body, but that's just the tip off the ol' iceberg. I plan on sharing many raw recipes with you, but first I'd like to share my absolute favorite: Raw pad thai. Now, I'm a big pad thai fan. I crave pad thai. The spiciness, the peanut flavor, the tang and the downright deliciousness of it all.  If that's your thing too, then I suggest you give this bad boy a try. Plus it will be a new and fun way to get some good ol' raw veggies in your diet. Enjoy! Raw Pad Thai 1 zucchini (spiraled into noodles or use a peeler to create long noodles) 2 carrots (julienned) 2 cups p

I know that I have been somewhat failing at keeping up with this blog. To be honest, I forget about it, then remember it, jot down notes to blog about, then get distracted.... Story of my life, really. I really want to keep it updated though! So I am going to try harder. I plan to set aside a specific time at least once a week to blog. I have so many incredible things that I've been making that I want to share! So thank you to whoever has even been checking on it and I promise you better updating. Hope you're all having a beautiful week!