I had never tried to make taquitos until one evening this summer when I wanted to surprise my husband with a new dinner. He really likes Mexican food, so I was excited about making these for him.I usually don't use imitation meats, and I wanted more than just black beans in the filling, so I decided to give sweet potatoes a shot! Mmm... they did the trick! If you aren't a sweet potato fan or don't … [Read more...]
“Boursin” Cream Cheese Spread
Tastes like cheese... really, it does! But without using anything that comes out of an animal.I've been making this cheese a lot lately, and I realized that I haven't posted the exact recipe. My sister came over last week, and I pulled it out for her to try. She was in disbelief-- how could this not be real dairy cheese? How was this so good? Well, here's the recipe!This cheese is almost … [Read more...]
Sesame Ginger Dressing
Lately I have been experimenting with all kinds of dressings- dressings with different fruits, vinegars, water, oil, spices- and I came up with one that is very easy to make, and that many people enjoy.I made this dressing with oil and then with water, and found that the oil is not necessary. If you would like a thicker consistency, however, you can substitute the water for oil.This is a … [Read more...]
Sweet Peanut Butter
I cannot get enough of this sweet peanut butter! Last month I made regular peanut butter, which was simple and delicious. This one is a bit sweeter. It is the perfect combination of sweet, rich, creamy, and divine! Bliss! I enjoy it so much that I might be eating it whilst writing this post. Mmm..Enjoy over fresh celery sticks, over fruit, or on crackers. Sweet Peanut Butter16 oz … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Butternut Squash Soup
Fall is here (according to the September equinox on the 22nd) and I am excited! When I think of fall, I get a warm, cozy feeling illustrated with burnt orange and red leaves, and colorful hillsides. I imagine cold, windy days, and a ground covered in motley fallen leaves.Hamilton's Fine Art GalleryBy: Iryna MerkulovaIn my part of the world, fall doesn't look much like the fall I envision. It's … [Read more...]