Stuffed butternut squash is a show-stopping vegan main dish for special occasions! With a savoury herbed mushroom and chickpea stuffing, it’s so delicious and beautiful on the table. As a vegan, I’m always happy to partake in tasty plant-based side dishes for the holidays (hello, vegan mashed potatoes!), but I know sometimes we still want...
This red lentil dal recipe is comfort food Indian style! Rich, fragrant, and satisfying, this is a recipe you’ll want to make all winter long. What Is Dal? Dal is a classic South Asian dish made with lentils, peas, or beans. Of all the dals out there, I think red lentil dal is my absolute...
Acorn squash is transformed into a showstopping side dish when it’s seasoned with smoked paprika and oregano. The garlic-herb sauce adds freshness and acidity to the roasted squash. If you can’t find acorn squash, delicata or butternut would be just as delicious. You can find more details about this recipe at eatingwell.com: Roasted Acorn Squash...
You’ll never run out again once you learn how to make homemade powdered sugar! This simple tutorial will save you money and time. Homemade powdered sugar is a convenient substitute for store-bought—in fact, you might never buy powdered sugar from the grocery store again! It’s made by blitzing regular granulated sugar in a blender until...
The best creamy shrimp and grits recipe, inspired by the famous Grits A Ya Ya! Perfectly cooked shrimp, cheesy Gouda grits, and a luscious cream sauce combine for a Southern dish you’ll love. The first time I tried Grits A Ya Ya was after we moved to the Florida Panhandle. Most people think of this...
This easy vegan mapo tofu recipe takes just 25 minutes to make from start to finish! It’s spicy, saucy, and loaded with plant-based protein. Mapo tofu is my favourite Chinese dish, but despite the name, the restaurant version is usually made with beef unless it’s specifically labeled vegan or vegetarian. Womp womp. But making it...
I bet you never thought you could make your own sprinkles! Here’s how to make sprinkles at home for a more natural alternative to store-bought. I am a little bit obsessed with these DIY sprinkles. I mean, just LOOK at them! How fun are they?! The colours are bright, the shape is on-point, and the...
These small batch snickerdoodle cookies are a holiday favorite for a reason—they’re quick, easy, and downright delicious. Bake a batch, share the love, or keep them all to yourself (we won’t tell). Snickerdoodles are my favorite, especially during the holiday season! These Christmas cookies have a ton of cinnamon-sugar and vanilla flavor, and they’re so...
This vegan lentil stew recipe is layered with rich coconut and curry flavours to jazz up tender cooked lentils. The perfect one-pot meal when you’re craving a cozy, comfort food dinner! We all have a bag of lentils in the back of our pantry. Sitting there, waiting for us to put it to use. Once...
Looking for the perfect gift for the food lover in your life—or maybe something special for your own bookshelf? This list celebrates some of the best cookbooks by Black authors and chefs, featuring soul food, Southern classics, and modern takes on African American cuisine! Our Favorite Black Cookbooks As food lovers and passionate home cooks,...