It's the best time of the year! I always look so forward to putting together a gift guide featuring some awesome food-related holiday gifts. These are unique and special items that you won't necessarily find at the big box stores. Jump on holiday sales early to get them at a great price! GroundUp PDX Nut Butter Holiday Tasting Flight - the nut … [Read more...] about 2020 Gift Guide for Foodies
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Jalapeno Cranberry Dip
This jalapeño cranberry dip is a 20-minute appetizer and a gorgeous deep red color, perfect for the holiday season! Tart cranberries are paired with an unexpected kick of heat and married with rich cream cheese for a satisfying, bright first course. Anyone else "here for the appetizers" around the holidays? I would take heavy apps over a … [Read more...] about Jalapeno Cranberry Dip
Autumn Grain Bowl with Creamy Apple Cider Vinaigrette
This vegetarian bowl is packed with all of your favorite seasonal flavors and then pulled together with the creamiest cinnamon-spiced apple cider dressing! It was only a matter of time before I shared my favorite grain bowl! I am not exaggerating when I say I would eat some version of this for lunch 75% of the time if I could. Grain bowls … [Read more...] about Autumn Grain Bowl with Creamy Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Salted White Chocolate Sunflower Seed Butter Cups
Salted white chocolate sunflower seed butter cups are a gourmet twist on the classic. The saltiness of the nut butter pairs perfectly with the mild, sweet and creamy white chocolate. With just six ingredients they're simple to make at home. Can we talk about Halloween candy for a minute? I'm not much of a traditional candy person (give me all … [Read more...] about Salted White Chocolate Sunflower Seed Butter Cups
Portobello Mushroom Fajitas (Sheet Pan Meal!)
Vegetarian portobello mushroom fajitas are a simple and crowd-pleasing dinner! They're cooked on a sheet pan with the peppers and onions to speed things up and make clean-up a breeze. Great for a weeknight! Mexican food makes a frequent appearance in our household but fajitas always seem to be the forgotten meal. We love them, they're simple, … [Read more...] about Portobello Mushroom Fajitas (Sheet Pan Meal!)
Roasted Delicata Squash with Pepita Pesto
Roasted delicata squash with pepita pesto has crispy edges and is studded with bold flavors of curry and cilantro. It's simple enough for a weeknight but unique enough to make a great holiday table side dish. Say hello to your new favorite fall side dish! Or quick weeknight dinner accompaniment, appetizer, holiday side, light dinner for one, … [Read more...] about Roasted Delicata Squash with Pepita Pesto
Vegan Apple Cider Doughnut Mug Cake
This vegan mug cake allows the flavors of fall to shine! It's reminiscent of apple cider doughnuts in a fast and convenient single serving option. All you need are a few simple pantry staples and less than two minutes cook time. Is there anything more delicious than a fresh apple cider doughnut in October? I can't think of anything that rivals … [Read more...] about Vegan Apple Cider Doughnut Mug Cake
18 Plant-Forward Recipes for Your Game Day Menu
Football season is here! You shouldn't have to sacrifice taste when including more plants in your food spread. Here are 18 delicious, plant-forward recipes for your game day menu. It's heeeerrrre. Football season is back! Fall is my favorite season for so many reasons, two of them being football and the food (give me all the apple crisp, … [Read more...] about 18 Plant-Forward Recipes for Your Game Day Menu
Pumpkin Spice Syrup (homemade!)
Make homemade pumpkin spice syrup for adding to seasonal coffee drinks and cocktails without leaving the house! It's made with real pumpkin, fresh aromatics and warm spices. It comes together in less than 30 minutes and will make your kitchen smell like fall. Yes, we're doing this. Pumpkin season seems to come earlier each year but … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Spice Syrup (homemade!)
Fresh California Style Sliders (Blended Burger)
Blended burgers incorporate finely chopped mushrooms into the meat as a method to retain moisture, add umami flavor and extra nutrition. The fresh vegetable toppings and lemon caper basil aioli make this combination impossible to resist. What are your top three favorite summer meals? For me it's a BLT, summer rolls, and a really good … [Read more...] about Fresh California Style Sliders (Blended Burger)
Pizza Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
These vegetarian stuffed portobello mushrooms are a tasty and healthy twist on pizza! They come together fast enough for a weeknight meal and I promise even the carnivores in your house will leave satisfied. What are our feelings about mushrooms? I don't meet many people that are lukewarm - it's one of those love/hate things. The spectrum … [Read more...] about Pizza Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms