Carnival/Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day, Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras – beloved child has many names and is observed in many ways worldwide. No matter what its name is, the day before Ash Wednesday has long been a time for eating and merry making. So, this day I would like to […]
Tag: peanut-free
Buckwheat Sourdough Pancakes [Vegan and Gluten Free]
Delicious vegan buckwheat sourdough pancakes that will remind you of the fluffy buttermilk pancakes from your childhood. Only this recipe uses no whipped egg whites, dairy or white wheat flour. Be ready to plan ahead though as sourdough pancakes are slow food! Now that I’ve been making fermented buckwheat bread […]
Millet-Buckwheat Groat Muffin Breads with Blueberries
I named these healthy goodies muffin breads rather than muffins because they are only subtly sweet. Hence, you are able to taste all the ingredients. There is the divine flavour of blueberries as well as subtle sweetness of peanut butter combined with the taste of banana. And then of course […]
Spicy Tomato Sauce [Oil-Free]
Here’s a deliciously spicy homemade tomato sauce recipe that is made from scratch using fresh tomatoes. It is an easy one-pot recipe that requires about 20 minutes of active preparation. Make a big batch of this divinely flavoured basic tomato sauce and you’re set for a week. It just so […]
Broccoli-Spinach Soup, Green Food for St. Patrick’s Day
It is St. Patrick’s Day tomorrow and I just had to post something green. I decided to make green soup, it’s quick and easy Broccoli-Spinach Soup – green food for St. Patrick’s Day. Saint Patrick’s Day, or the Feast of Saint Patrick, is a cultural and religious celebration held on […]
How to Cook Without Oil and Sugar-Free Baking
Learn how to cook without oil and get to know the secrets of sugar-free baking. What are the best substitutions for oil, butter and refined sugar in baking, salad dressings, desserts and smoothies? When I started cooking without oil and sugar I was amazed of how rich and satisfying the […]
How to Make Hearty Pumpkin-Lentil Risotto
This hearty pumpkin lentil risotto is a perfectly comforting dish in a cold autumn evening! Topped with vegan Parmesan, it is just perfect! I needed a nice hearty dish that would use some pumpkin for the next meal plan. As I’ve made so much pumpkin soup lately, I decided to […]
Beetroot Smoothie with Blueberries
I love unconventional smoothies and this beetroot smoothie with blueberries ain’t exception. Smoothie is a great healthy way to start off your day without overloading the digestive system. Morning is the one time at a day I can skip preparing food, as this is when my husband possesses the kitchen […]
Spinach Tomato Pasta with Chickpeas [Gluten-Free, Vegan]
This spinach tomato pasta with chickpeas is a perfect quick and hearty meal. You’ll only need 9 ingredients and 30 minutes of your time. Cook a bigger batch of this tomato sauce and your lunches for the week are covered! Pasta is one of my favourite meals these days. I […]
Gut-Friendly Oat Yogurt for Breakfast
Gut-friendly fermented oat yogurt that makes an excellent healthy and delicious breakfast or afternoon snack. I have always liked fermented foods like sauerkraut, cucumbers and other vegetables, but only recently I started experimenting with grains. I have fermented buckwheat and millet so far (millet has yet to become a post […]
Buckwheat Pancakes
What’s better than fresh buckwheat pancakes on a Sunday morning? Learn how to make healthy whole grain gluten-free pancakes with freshly made berry or fruit sauce. I’ve been making these raw buckwheat pancakes every weekend for 2 years now, because my family just loves them so much. You can always […]
How to Make Oil-Free White Bean Salad Dressing
Learn how easy and quick it is to make plant-based oil-free white bean dressing to top your salads or Buddha bowls. You’ll need a blender and less than 10 minutes of your time. When I adopted whole foods’ diet, the hardest part was to find substitution to the oil I […]