Slow cookers are such handy dandy kitchen tools! I just love mine. Slow cookers are the perfect way to cook dried beans from scratch. I love doing this as opposed to buying canned beans for several reasons. Dried beans are so cheap! Cooking dry beans yourself can save you a ton of money. I also like that you can cook exactly how much you want so you are not limited by the can … [Read more...] about How To Cook Dry Beans In A Slow Cooker
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Meatless Monday Benefits [What, Why, And How]
The Meatless Monday benefits are many and they include a healthier environment and quite possibly, a healthier you! In this article, I will tell you all about what the Meatless Monday movement is, why it got started, and the impact it makes. What Is Meatless Monday? First, I will fill you in on what Meatless Monday is. This explanation is for both of those of you … [Read more...] about Meatless Monday Benefits [What, Why, And How]
Black Bean Quinoa Burger Recipe
I decided yesterday to totally "wing" it, by creating some vegan burgers without sorting through cook books and magazines. So let this little blog article be "veginspiration" to you that you can actually make a vegan burger without a recipe! But, of course, I will give you this delicious black bean quinoa burger recipe, for your use if you do not feel confident yet to break … [Read more...] about Black Bean Quinoa Burger Recipe
Benefits of Veganism
Growing up, I never even heard the word "vegan." The only similar diet I was aware of was vegetarian, and I had no desire to try it. Had I been made aware and understood the health benefits involved, or more importantly, the harsh reality of the animal abuse behind other diet choices, I would have never picked up that first cheeseburger. Regardless of your background, I believe … [Read more...] about Benefits of Veganism
Chorizo Vegan Taco Recipe
Tonight I decided to spice up the dinner table with a new dish that my family and I have dubbed "Chorizacos." My brother-in-law, who is famous for throwing together last-second dishes with whatever is left in the cabinet, is in town for a visit. Naturally, I brought him to the grocery store with me, picked out a few ingredients and said "what can we make with this?" These tacos … [Read more...] about Chorizo Vegan Taco Recipe
Go Raw Snacks Review- Raw, Vegan, and Gluten-Free Snacks
I was provided with Go Raw Snacks samples in order to facilitate review. GO RAW is a natural food company dedicated to taking the guesswork out of healthy eating by creating delicious, organic, raw bars, chocolate and other raw food snacks that fit simply into any busy lifestyle. Go Raw Snacks Review The Go Raw snacks brand is on a mission to bring delicious, healthy, junk-free … [Read more...] about Go Raw Snacks Review- Raw, Vegan, and Gluten-Free Snacks
Nut Milk Health Benefits and Nut Milk Recipe
My mom used to make almond milk for me a lot when I was a kid and I always enjoyed helping her peel the almonds after we soaked them and having the fresh, delicious treat she had made for us. So, today, I am happy have Ron McDiarmid, who is the founder of My Healthy Living Coach to share with us the health benefits of nut milk and a nut milk recipe. Discover … [Read more...] about Nut Milk Health Benefits and Nut Milk Recipe