This year some friends hosted a vegan/vegetarian Thanksgiving dinner. It was a lovely gathering with a table full of vegan-friendly dishes, and the first time in years I didn’t make the whole Thanksgiving meal myself. Ahhhh. Among the dishes I contributed were a cashew-based “cheese” ball, pecan pie, and sweet potato dish made with pineapple … Read more
Pesto has been a regular item on my menus since the early 1980s. The classic version is packed with fat from olive oil, so I set out to find a healthier version. I found a recipe on a delightful site called Foodie Fiasco, created by a 16-year-old food blogger. I modified her recipe to give … Read more
This quick nut cheeze sauce is perfect for pouring over a pizza or lasagna without any advanced preparation. 2 cups raw cashews 1 cup water 2 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tsp rice vinegar 1 tablespoon fresh basil (or 1 tsp dried) Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth. Add a bit more … Read more