Celebrating foods allergen-free & more
Smoothies are a great way to pack in extra fruit and veggies to your diet! We’re excited to share 2 of our favorites that we call the Green Machine and Berry Blast. Get a head start on those New Year’s resolutions with these delicious blend-and-go healthy breakfast smoothies. How much fruit is too much? Read more…
This homemade strawberry milk is full of fresh fruit and velvety smoothness. What a fun addition to any breakfast, brunch or afternoon treat, and a hit for kids of all ages. It’s simple to make with only 4 ingredients, and no artificial colors, flavors, dyes…or dairy. Read more to see what’s in the top brands…
You may know hibiscus tea as agua de jamaica. My weekly routine for years included several stops at a favorite Mexican restaurant in Portland to get my fix of this nourishing drink. Hibiscus tea is enjoyed around the world and is one of the healthiest drinks imaginable. We found ourselves asking, what health benefits doesn’t…
Decadence is what makes these eggs benedict the star of the brunch table. You get a golden brown, toasted English muffin layered with a JUST Egg patty, topped with mushrooms and spinach, and finished with a rich and creamy hollandaise sauce. Vegan and free from gluten and the top 9 food allergens, read more to…
A blend of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg fills these muffins with the best flavors of fall. If you’re looking for a morning muffin recipe that is oil-free and low in sugar, these fruited sweet potato muffins are the perfect guiltless treat!
We love the earthy flavor of buckwheat and molasses in these delicious pancakes. Enjoy topped with blueberries, bananas, and pure maple syrup for a delicious breakfast the whole family will love. Or for a super healthy version, top pancakes with unsweetened applesauce…my favorite! With less than 10 ingredients, make these buckwheat pancakes and start your…
A good tomato sauce is the basis for so many dishes from pasta and pizza, to meatballs, soups and more. This pandemic has caused a shortage on grocery shelves of many things, including tomato sauce. Now’s the perfect time to skip the prepared sauce and make your own. Here’s a delicious basic tomato sauce that’s…
Lemon curd is deliciously tangy, creamy, sweet, and so much better when it’s homemade. Our friends brought us some meyer lemons from their tree. With social distancing, Harriet and Roger dropped off some real beauties. We thank you both and look forward to getting together soon. Our first thought…when life gives you lemons, make lemon…
We love herb oils and this combination of fresh and dry herbs makes flavoring foods easy. This is Joel’s go-to savory oil that he uses in so many dishes. It’s delicious with vegetables and potatoes, as a dip for bread, makes a great marinade for proteins, and can be used to make vinaigrettes and dressings….
There’s meat jun and fish jun. Well, why not mushroom jun! Introduced by a local Korean restaurant in Kaneohe, Hawaii, meat jun has become popular Hawaiian comfort food. Thin strips of marinated beef are dredged in flour and egg, and pan fried. It’s sort of Hawaiian, and it’s sort of Korean. When we got the…
Black-eyed peas are a Southern good-luck tradition for the New Year. I grew up on this tradition and my mom never missed serving up black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day. This year we’re enjoying them in a stew. Inspired by the dish Red-Red from Ghana, this simple black-eyed peas and tomato stew is traditionally served…
There are so many ways to dress up a taco. Such a simple food to which you can add all kinds of veggies, proteins, sauces and salsas. Taco Tuesday is one of our favorite nights of the week. We can’t ever get enough Mexican food, and tacos are a definite favorite! Check out our dream…
Summer is here and that means grilling season is upon us. German potato salad is the perfect accompaniment with dinner from the grill. Sliced red potatoes are tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing. Serve it warm or cold at your next backyard barbecue. It is insanely good…and no mayo!
With sweet corn in season, it’s time for corn chowder. Made with veggies, fresh summer corn, and chunks of tender potatoes, it’s hard not to resist warming up with a bowl. Easy to make with either fresh or frozen corn, it’s a great chowder not only in summer, but year-round. Pureeing some of the corn…
There’s nothing like fresh asparagus in the spring. We couldn’t let the season end without a creamy asparagus soup. This classic French soup is simple and made without heavy cream, yet still tastes as comforting and delicious as ever. Snuggle up with the best asparagus soup. I know it’s hard to label any dish as…
Made with mashed potatoes and peas, these croquettes are the perfect way to put some spark into those leftover mashed potatoes. This popular Italian street food is traditionally deep fried, but for a healthier option that’s even better, we air-fry. Leftover mashed potatoes never tasted so good!
Traditional baba ganoush is vegan and allergy-friendly. In it’s most basic form, this middle eastern dish is made with eggplant, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. We’ve added a little ground cumin and smoked paprika to kick it up a notch. When you get it right, baba ganoush is smooth, smoky, and irresistible….
Tomato bread is served absolutely everywhere in Barcelona and is probably the most famous tapa in all of Catalonia. It’s made with just 5 simple quality ingredients: crusty country-style bread, raw garlic (optional), fresh ripe tomatoes, fragrant olive oil, and sea salt. The best dishes are often the simplest! Join us as we share recipes…
These delicious sugar cookies are so easy to make and they keep their shape when baked. You can enjoy them plain, decorated with sprinkles or sanding sugar, or frosted with royal icing. A sugar cookie everyone can enjoy!
During the fall we look for any way to use pumpkin. Soft cushions of brioche soaked with a vegan pumpkin custard, make this easy dessert an autumn and holiday showstopper. We love our favorite allergy-friendly brioche for this bread pudding, but you could use challah, French bread, or other crusty loaf. Try this old-fashioned dessert…
If you crave a little simplicity in your baking, this no-fuss banana chocolate chip single layer cake is just for you. Do you have bananas ripening on your counter? Grab ’em and let’s get baking! Be sure to check out our short video to see just how easy it is to make this allergy-friendly vegan…
Since we are in the process of moving, we’re trying to use up what’s in our pantry…and that includes lots of beans. Not having everything needed to make my go-to baked beans, we created an easy recipe this weekend from items we had on hand and came up with these bourbon baked beans. So obsessed…
This Butternut Squash and Potato Gratin is the perfect simple side dish for any meal, whether it’s a holiday or weeknight dinner. Thin slices of butternut squash and potatoes are tossed with cheese, a creamy white sauce infused with leeks and thyme, and baked until bubbling and golden brown. Ordinary ingredients become extraordinary when combined…
What is Thanksgiving without sides? The Green Bean Casserole is one of the top sides not only at Thanksgiving, but all thru the holidays. Here’s an easy way to upgrade the out-of-the-can version. Tender green beans, mushrooms, and corn are tossed in a delicious cheese sauce and baked until hot and bubbly, then topped with…