Plant focused, resourceful, from scratch cooking
This banana oat cake is moist and delicious, made with whole grains and a creamy natural peanut butter frosting. Every peanut butter lover is sure to enjoy. Made with the nutrients of whole grains and natural banana sweetness it has an amazing texture that will …
The reasons to learn to cook from scratch are countless. For example, cooking from scratch is often more economical, nutritious, and delicious. I was introduced to cooking from scratch when I was a kid. We often made baked goods, cookies, and cinnamon rolls. Occasionally we …
If you are looking for a new way to use spaghetti squash that is both satisfying and delicious, this vegetarian spaghetti squash stroganoff is for you! I am a big fan of squash and could probably eat a whole one plain with just salt and …
If you are looking for a from-scratch option for making restaurant style sweet pork at home without soda or other processed ingredients, this is the recipe for you. My husband’s favorite restaurant is Costa Vida, and we love getting their sweet pork salads. The salad …
These are not your average sloppy joes, they are full of veggies and balsamic flavor, using from scratch pantry staple ingredients to make a delicious healthy filling for your favorite bun! Maybe it was because my childhood nick name was “Joe”, but sloppy joes have …
Learning to create vegetable-focused meals can be a great way to modify the meat-centered meals that we often see served. Focusing on the vegetables instead of the meats adds nutrients and flavor to any dish. It has become normal for our meals to be centered …
This air-fryer orange chicken comes together in just a few quick mess free steps. It’s crispy and delicious and really lets the orange flavor be the star of the show. There are so many recipes for orange chicken out there. I am sure I would …
This vegan sweet potato macaroni is packed with veggies and deliciously seasoned, with a hint of sweetness your kids are sure to love. It has been my goal for a long time to make a veggie filled macaroni dish that is as easy as making …
There are many reasons one might choose to meal plan. Whether you do it to eat healthier, to stick to a budget, or to curb indecisiveness, meal planning resourcefully is important. The Talent of Resourceful Cooking Shortly after I got married my husband pointed out …
This butternut squash risotto is full of Indian inspired spices to give it a creamy curried flavor. It uses coconut milk to add creaminess while still being vegan friendly. Top with roasted cashews to add a delicious nutty crunch. I first got the inspiration for …