I’m super excited to share my 1-2-3 FRÉ Skincare routine! I’ll be honest here and admit that I have, over the years, been a little lacking in my skin care. Don’t judge. Please don’t ask me if I remove my makeup at night. Or wash my face before bed. Or do much besides washing and […]
Spicy Corn Chowder with Chipotle Peppers in Adobo
Is it soup season yet? I’ve been (mostly) patiently awaiting it, that time when it’s okay to start posting soup recipes, especially those that have a fall flair (like my favorite, Butternut Squash with Sweet Potatoes, Red Peppers, and White Beans). And while it was about 105 here in the desert today, it is mid-September […]
Easy Homemade Seitan Recipe. Make Your Own Protein Packed “Wheat Meat!”
I love using seitan in my plant-based recipes. It is a perfect substitute for any kind of meat, it’s high in protein, and it has a meaty texture that even omnivores will love. With this easy homemade seitan recipe, it is simple to make your own “wheat meat” in just about an hour (including simmering […]
Are You Sabotaging Your Own Running Goals?
We have all had races that didn’t turn out the way we planned. You train hard and follow your plan, then something happens during the race and you don’t reach your goal. While there can be many reasons for this, it could be that you are sabotaging your own running goals. Are You Sabotaging Your […]
Jackfruit Tikka Masala: Vegan, Gluten-Free and Easy!
I love this Jackfruit Tikka Masala recipe. Not only is it delicious it’s also vegan, gluten-free, and really fast and easy to prepare. Many masala recipes require marinating the “meat” for several hours before cooking. Jackfruit Tikka Masala requires no marinade, yet it is still flavorful, tender, and spicily good. If you’ve read my blog […]
Eat Less Meat! Easy Ways to Make Better Choices Plus Vegan Summer Salad Recipe
These days many people are trying to eat less meat. As a vegan, this makes me very happy and I love brands that are making delicious food that can make it easier. This post is sponsored by Babbleboxx on behalf of Conagra. It’s hard to believe, but as recently as five years ago there weren’t […]







