Mama's Stovetop Apples (or crustless apple pie) This one my favorite fall/winter treats. Every fall, when the leaves start to change, I inevitably get a hankering for this quick and easy dish. My mom used to whip it up as a side dish when apples came into season. We would put it on our plates [...]
Mama's Marinara If you haven't noticed by now, my mom is a huge influence on the way I cook. And my most delicious treats come straight from her. Case in point...Here is her tomato sauce recipe, with a shaped up sugar tweak from me. This is the marinara recipe passed down directly from my Italian [...]
Cinnamon Plantains This recipe is a great way to start the new year off right. It's low in sugar but just as satifying as a sugar filled french toast. I love having this in place of tradional french toast for breakfast or brunch. But, it's also great as a snack or even a dessert. Cheers [...]
Vegan Pumpkin Scones This vegan and gluten free scone recipe is a great fall/winter treat that's low in sugar. A holiday breakfast that won't make you feel guilty all day. Not only that, it only makes 4 scones, so you cannot over indulge. These pair perfectly with a cup of coffee/tea and even taste great [...]
Pumpkin Gnocchi This is another "fake out", quick dish that looks like it took you forever to make. Fresh, homemade pasta for a weeknight dinner? Yes, it's possible with this recipe. Not only that, but it's dairy free and gluten free. It will please paleo folks and vegans alike. These little guys also pair perfectly [...]