Beet and Tomato Chutney

It’s debatable whether this recipe is a chutney or not, but no matter what the name, it is delicious and ideal for spreading over crackers. The primary flavors in the chutney are tomato-based, so this pairs well with aged cheeses too (I made that up; someone fact-check me). Let me know what y’all think! Ingredients… Continue reading Beet and Tomato Chutney

Chickpea, Tuna, & Tahini Salad

I have had tuna salad before. I have had chickpea salad before, but NEVER in my life, have I had tuna and chickpea salad together. This is probably due to my lack of culinary exploration and not because I am the first person to think of this. As someone who adores both salads and recognizes… Continue reading Chickpea, Tuna, & Tahini Salad

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

Tropical Mango Smoothie Bowl

It has been a hot minute since posting.  Of course, life always keeps going, and I had to keep up.  Anyway, I’m back in the midst of a hot Texas summer.  Smoothie bowls have been one way that I have kept cool this season.  This one in particular has been my favorite as of late.… Continue reading Tropical Mango Smoothie Bowl

Tomato Soup

I got the soup bug, y’all.  This was yet another experiment, but it turned out great!  Instead of using heavy coconut cream or nuts, I used beans to thicken the soup, which worked marvelously!  I made cashew cream as well, but it can be added to the top for garnish.  Let me know what y’all… Continue reading Tomato Soup