Blender Celery and Cucumber Juice Recipe for Refreshing Detox

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Celery cucumber juice is an easy green juice to make in a blender. Mild, smooth, and free of bitterness, this kid-friendly drink is refreshing and requires only a handful of fresh ingredients. It’s a no-juicer recipe that makes sipping your greens simple and enjoyable. Celery Cucumber Juice Recipe Made in the Blender! If you want … Read more

Tex-Mex Corn Fritters Recipe with Spicy Dipping Sauce

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I love fresh sweet corn and have been eagerly waiting for the season. Last weekend I gave in and bought corn from the grocery store, even though it rarely matches the flavor of corn picked at a farmers market just an hour or two before cooking. The supermarket corn was fine, but I’m still holding … Read more

10 Unexpected Little Things That Always Make Me Happy

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1) I often find my cat Max passed out on our bed pillows. Sometimes I even wake up to find him sleeping right behind my head. It’s adorable, even if it leaves fur everywhere. You can’t really blame him—who wouldn’t take the chance to nap on a large, down-filled pillow all day? 2) Cheap chocolate … Read more

Lemony Broccoli Rabe with Toasted Almonds and Raisins

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I debated whether to share this recipe because it’s not revolutionary, but in mid-February it’s nice to have a fresh vegetable idea when the same sides start to feel repetitive. Lately I’ve been short on time and leaning on the usual roasted broccoli, sautéed kale, and steamed snap peas. I was craving something with more … Read more

Vegan Gingerbread Biscotti Recipe for Crunchy Holiday Cookies

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Vegan gingerbread biscotti – these easy vegan biscotti are spicy, crisp, simple to make and perfect for dunking. They keep very well, so they make lovely handmade gifts. Egg-free and dairy-free. Biscotti, or cantuccini, are twice-baked Italian cookies that are delightfully crunchy and traditionally enjoyed with a cup of coffee or a glass of sweet … Read more

Does Medicine Contain Gluten? What Patients Need to Know

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Gluten in medicine is not something most people think about unless they have celiac disease or follow a medically required gluten-free diet. For those who must avoid gluten, hidden sources can appear in many places — including pharmaceuticals. When a doctor prescribes medication, the last thing a patient wants is for that medicine to cause … Read more

Caramelized Roasted Peaches with Honey and Thyme

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Learn how to make roasted peaches with this simple, delicious recipe. These roasted peaches are caramelized with muscovado sugar and a splash of rum for a flavour reminiscent of bananas foster—best served warm with a scoop of dairy-free frozen dessert or ice cream. Summer means an abundance of ripe fruit and plenty of frozen treats. … Read more

Ultimate Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe for Desserts

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Perfect For A Delicious Hot Fudge Sundae Homemade hot fudge topping blows store-bought jars out of the water. Making it from scratch means you control the ingredients, and everything in the sauce is natural and pronounceable. Spoon it over a scoop of good vanilla ice cream for a classic sundae, or try butter brickle, peanut … Read more

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Clementines: Holiday Side Dish

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Clementines. This is my favorite way to eat Brussels sprouts—lightly sweetened with a blood orange brown sugar glaze, these citrus-spiked sprouts are so delicious. If you haven’t joined team Brussels sprouts yet, give them a chance. I used to avoid them like many people, but now they’re a staple … Read more

Jacques Torres Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe — Classic New York Style

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There’s something magical about biting into the perfect chocolate chip cookie: crisp edges, a soft, gooey center, and pockets of rich, melted chocolate. Jacques Torres’s chocolate chip cookie recipe is widely celebrated for delivering exactly that — a cookie many consider the gold standard. I first learned about these cookies while searching for a special … Read more