Cinnamon, Lime, Sweet Potato Pie Filling

Alright, hear me out. This recipe reminds me of key lime pie. Is it true that I have not had this pie in years, nay decades? Yes. Still, it’s sweet, sour, and hearty from the firm texture of the sweet potato. The fenugreek seeds also add a maple syrup aroma that reminds me of pancakes… Continue reading Cinnamon, Lime, Sweet Potato Pie Filling

Festive Amaranth Kitchari

I bought a bag of amaranth months ago with the best intentions. I learned about all its health benefits, like how it contains all essential amino acids, which is rare for a grain. It also has heavy, grounding qualities, which are great for this time of year when the weather turns cold and dry. However,… Continue reading Festive Amaranth Kitchari

Triple Bean Masala Curry and Tofu Cream

I am dipping my toes in Indian cuisine again, and I feeling better than my past attempts. The masala is much more complex than I have tried before. I learned a lot about spices and what I enjoy, so I really increased the flavors in this curry. I hope you enjoy, and please let me… Continue reading Triple Bean Masala Curry and Tofu Cream

Flax Pancakes with Berry Preserves

Pancakes were a wonderful weekend special occasion growing up. If I went to the kitchen and the griddle was heating up, I knew I was in for my favorite breakfast. In my late teens and early twenties, when I was overly health-conscious and incredibly restrictive, I gave up pancakes, deeming them too unhealthy for me.… Continue reading Flax Pancakes with Berry Preserves

Beet Root Hummus on Avocado Toast

In the new year, we could all do with some extra color in our foods.  This is a small way to add in some pink to your toast.  Pink is a color that soothes emotions and promotes a state of wellness in the mind, according to psychological research.  These things never hurt in life, so… Continue reading Beet Root Hummus on Avocado Toast

Quark and Jam on Toast

This is less of a recipe and more of a meal idea for anyone who wants a change to their toast routine.  I have found that I rarely have a day that does not start with toast.  It’s a breakfast staple for me.  As such, I have experimented with different toast varieties given the ingredients… Continue reading Quark and Jam on Toast

Mushroom Risotto

So.  I made a mistake while cooking.  I added way too much water to a batch of barley I was boiling in the pressure cooker.  As a result, the barley came out a bit soupy.  Though it would not work for my original intention, the barley became a perfect base for this mushroom risotto.  Let… Continue reading Mushroom Risotto

Purple Sweet Potato Stuffed Buns

This recipe is too beautiful not to post.  I love cooking with the color purple because it can be rare in our daily ingredients.  I was experimenting with making a stuffed bun for purposes of portability since I have to commute to work once again.  These buns are perfect for transporting lunch with no mess. … Continue reading Purple Sweet Potato Stuffed Buns

Soft-Boiled Eggs on Avocado Toast

This is my favorite way to cook eggs for multiple reasons.  First, there is virtually no mess.  All that is needed is a pot of water, and I simply rinse the pot after finishing.  Second, I get a runny, jammy yolk housed in a perfect egg-white cup when I slice the eggs in half.  This… Continue reading Soft-Boiled Eggs on Avocado Toast