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Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding

Chia pudding is a staple snack and delicious dessert. Ch-Ch-Chia! Chia pudding is not new, but it is still one of my favorite snacks. Chia seeds are a superfood and a staple in vegan (plant-based) diets, in part because they are a great source of protein. They are also high in fiber and a rich […]

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Pear Tart Tatin

I love Jamie’s recipes. They are full of flavor and quick and easy. Always with impressive results. Sweet pears, fragrant warming spices and crisp pastry make this dessert a delicious holiday dessert without a lot of fuss.

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Things We Love: Ceramic Salad Dressing Bowl

My friend Kimberlee is a great cook and she too is always on the hunt for cool finds. This salad dressing bowl from potter Rachael Pots is her find. But I think it’s amazing! I love that it is handmade and a purchase on the potter’s website supports her craft.

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Confessions of a Vegan

I don’t think of a meal as meat + starch + vegetables. My meals are not the absence of meat, they are compilations of many components with lots of variety, colors and textures. What do I eat as a vegan? For me it’s what don’t I eat! My choices feel almost limitless.

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Cinnamon Roll Challenge

My husband, Scott, had surgery last week. I wanted to bake something as a treat and incentive for him to eat breakfast. Scott loves anything that is sweet and frosted, so I decided to bake fresh cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting. When I mentioned my plan to Liz, she suggested we do a throw-down of two different cinnamon roll recipes. Below are our recipe picks and how they turned out.