This Sunday marks the 10th anniversary of the attacks on 9/11. In remembrance of all of the American heroes that fell that day, I am going to bake (yes, bake!) a bunch of doughnuts from the Babycakes NYC recipe book, and bring them to my local firehouse. Admittedly so, I had to think for a… Read the Rest…
Posts Tagged ‘MLEstyle’
Coretta Scott King: Civil Rights Activist and Devout Vegan
07
Sep
2011
Coretta Scott King became a vegan after she was inspired by her son Dexter’s friend, human rights activist, Dick Gregory. In Dick’s memoir, Callus on My Soul, he wrote: “I had been a participant in all of the ‘major’ and most of the ‘minor’ civil rights demonstrations of the early sixties. Under the leadership of… Read the Rest…
Basil Limecream
03
Sep
2011
Living in Miami, people don’t get goosebumps that often; the lime and basil paired together in this recipe literally sent goosebumps down my neck and arms; I salivate just thinking about this amazingly sweet and tangy summer treat. The Basil Limecream reminds me of when my Mom would take me to Baskin Robin’s for “Rainbow… Read the Rest…
Panang Peanut Curry with Udon Noodles
16
Aug
2011
Vegan. Gluten Free. Super Spicy. Yummy. What an easy recipe to whip together. Forget the days of Hamburger Helper. With the right spices in your cabinet, you can throw this dish together in 15 minutes. Yes, 15 minutes. The Panang Peanut Sauce is made from fresh sprouted almond milk (made with a Vitamix and nut… Read the Rest…
Sweet Basil Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream with Lychee Chunks
15
Aug
2011
Raw. Vegan. Gluten Free. Amazing.
Three Grilled Cheese
10
Aug
2011
This sandwich is covered in buttery sauteed onions with creamy avocado and juicy tomato slices, and to top it all off, the inside droops with ooey-gooey pepperjack, cheddar, and mozzarella cheese. The bread is baked until the crust is perfectly toasted and then cooked in a pan to give it that buttery flavor which turns… Read the Rest…
Plantain Walnut Curry Burgers
09
Aug
2011
The people have spoken. This burger is a MUST try! The sweetness of the plantains mixed with spicy cayenne, curry and roasted walnuts is absolutely an unbeatable flavor; this burger is a gastronomical sensation. Take my word for it and let’s get started! Here’s what you’ll need to make 6-8 big burgers: 5 plantains (browned… Read the Rest…
Boston Banana Creme Pie
02
Jul
2011
This recipe is soooo irresistible and simple; seriously, this is a must try. Without further ado, let’s get straight to it! Pie Crust (Courtesy of Raw Revolution–Organic Live Food Bars) Ingredients: Enough Raw Revolution food bars to cover your pie pan when mashed together and rolled out (choose your favorite flavor bar(s) for the crust)… Read the Rest…
Citrus Ginger-Mint Smoothie with Acai
10
May
2011
It’s time to serve up some powerful, tasty antioxidants. This Citrus Ginger-Mint Smoothie is a staple in my summer diet for several reasons: The taste of this smoothie is so flavorful, the finished product is chock-full of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and live enzymes to aid in digestion, and is guaranteed to fool your picky eaters… Read the Rest…