Vintage Vegan Chocolate Cake

Vintage Vegan Chocolate Cake

My parents were bakers once upon a time. They had a local bakery before I came along and I definitely got the baking bug from them. I like to bake brownies, cakes, cookies, fruit tarts–basically everything that can be baked. But I don’t like boxed 

Pumpkin Parmesan Cream Sauce

Pumpkin Parmesan Cream Sauce

Yesterday I shared my basic pumpkin puree and now I’m sharing some ways to enjoy your homesteading efforts. This pasta sauce is creamy, flavorful and different. Good different—not a standard Italian night dinner and not something you’ll find on many menus. It combines two of the 

How to Make Pumpkin Puree

How to Make Pumpkin Puree

Nothing says October more than pumpkin! Pumpkin spice, pumpkin pie, pumpkin soup, pumpkin coffee, etc. A few years ago, I had gotten what seemed like a truck-load of pumpkins from family members who grew them. I wanted to know what all to make with the 

Creamy Cauliflower Gratin

Creamy Cauliflower Gratin

Sometimes you just need something different to do with a cauliflower than mash it or steam it. This dish is gooey, comforting and vegetarian and I’m sure even non-cauliflower fans would like it because it’s topped with cheese. Who doesn’t like to find ways to 

Roasted Pears with Homemade Butterscotch Sauce

Roasted Pears with Homemade Butterscotch Sauce

Delicious and rich homemade butterscotch sauce drizzled over spiced pears. Perfect as a comforting fall dessert or with ice cream. Vegetarian. I’ve had a butterscotch dip recipe in my recipe binder for years that my Great Aunt, Arlene, passed on to everyone and while it 

Sweet and Spicy Sausage and Grits

Sweet and Spicy Sausage and Grits

We’ve been making this dish for years in our house and it’s a go-to for any weeknight we’re craving easy comfort food. I can’t have traditional sausage and grits that comes with shrimp so I’ve created something shellfish-free but still delicious! A little sweet, a 

The Best Carne Asada Fries Recipe (San Diego Style)

The Best Carne Asada Fries Recipe (San Diego Style)

Delicious Southern California street food– Fries loaded with thinly sliced Carne Asada, cheese, guacamole, and sour cream. If you’re not near San Diego to grab these at a local restaurant or vendor, this homemade version is what you need! Recipe serves 4 to 6. Can 

Creamy Zucchini Soup

Creamy Zucchini Soup

Quick and tasty cream of zucchini soup. Perfect for summer and fall meals. Vegetarian and ready in 30 minutes.

Authentic Homemade Guacamole

Authentic Homemade Guacamole

Authentic, San Diego-style guacamole. Ready in minutes and without special equipment. Perfect as a dip, topping, or filling for any dish. Vegan.

Alfredo Sauce with Cream Cheese

Alfredo Sauce with Cream Cheese

Flavorful Alfredo sauce made with cream cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes and easy to make any night of the week. Vegetarian.