Recipes
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Old Bay Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Did you ever roast pumpkin seeds as a kid? This was something we always did at our house when we carved jack-o-lanterns for Halloween. Pumpkin seeds make a fun healthy snack. They are a good source of protein and iron. To add a grown up twist to this treat you can add seasoning when you roast the seeds. Any spice mix you like will work. Try this recipe for Old Bay Roasted Pumpkin Seeds. Need More Spice In Your Life? Pumpkin Spice Latte Vegan Cheesecake Bars Vegan Whipped Pumpkin Pecan Dip Spicy Siracha Granola
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Vegan Thai Meatball Wraps
Secret confession time this meal was a total accident. I saved a recipe on Pinterest for “Thai Chickpea salad” that I was going to make into a wrap but when it was time to make dinner I couldn’t find my Pin or the recipe. I looked everywhere…both my Pinterest accounts…and all of my secret boards. No Pin for thai chickpeas anywhere; no familiar looking images in a quick Google search. I had no idea what I was going to make for dinner. So I did what any sane person would do I bitched about it on Twitter and then I starting searching my kitchen cabinets for something I could cook…
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Pumpkin Spice Latte Vegan Cheesecake Bars
That’s right you heard me, get excited, for PSL Vegan Cheesecake! It’s that time of year when the whole world goes insane for pumpkin spice, your truly included. I don’t know why. For me I think it’s about faking it until it really feels like fall outside. If I turn the AC on high, close my eyes, and inhale delicious pumpkin spice scent then I can pretend it is fall outside. But in truth it’s 90 something degrees outside and I’m beyond tired of sweating in this summer heat. We probably have another solid month of summer before it’s cool enough outside to break out my boots and leggings. So…
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Vegan Corn Dog Poppers
It’s fall in the South and that means Football. Fall also makes me think of country fair foods…like funnel cake and corn dogs. These Vegan Corn Dog Poppers are the perfect tailgate party food. Also vegan corn dogs are a simply fun snack! They are fast, easy to make, and super portable. I love on the go food that people can eat while they are walking around and mingling at a party. Eric says they are a a great choice for walking around food because they hold together well enough to shake at people. I don’t know why you would want to shake your food a people but that is something…
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Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Dip
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Dip is a healthy afternoon snack option. It is Dairy Free and Vegan but it still feels rich and indulgent. My Chocolate Peanut Butter Dip is super quick to whip together. It took me less than ten minutes to make. You can make it in advance but it is best when blended right before serving. Chocolate dip? Yes, Please! It is so creamy and smooth! I love this dip because it is the perfect dip for apple slices. I often take apple slices and regular peanut butter to work with me for a snack so sometimes I get a little tired of the plain peanut butter. This…
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Watermelon Tequila Fizz
Watermelon is a summer staple. I am more of a fan than my husband is but he won’t turn down a finely crafted cocktail. I can’t get enough of these! This Watermelon Tequila Fizz has been our cocktail of choice for the past few weeks. It is so light and refreshing. It is the perfect way to end a humid lazy summer day. Looking for more drink ideas? Strawberry Kombucha Cocktail Cranberry Bourbon Arnold Palmer Blackberry Mint Cocktail
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End of Summer Stone Fruit Salad
I have a love/hate relationship with summer so I have mixed emotions about the end of summer. I love the making trips to the local farmers market and the abundance of seasonal fruits and veggies but I hate the heat and humidity. For many people Labor Day marks the end of summer. It’s the last excuse to throw a great summer bash. I love any excuse to feed people I love. This salad was inspired by that spirit. A stone fruit is any fruit with a “pit” inside. Get creative and use any stone fruit you like. I used cherries, plums, and nectarines but peaches would also be amazing in…
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Southern Tomato Sandwich
The tomato sandwich is a southern classic. It is simple, so easy to make, and so so good. The classic version that I grew up with is just basic white bread, mayo, and tomato but this version of a southern tomato sandwich is a little more modern. Elevate your southern tomato sandwich by using quality ingredients. You want to choose a soft bread with medium slices. The bread shouldn’t be too thick because you want the tomatoes to be the star of this sandwich. The quality of the tomatoes you use matters. Nothing beats a fresh ripe tomato from your garden or local farmers market during tomato season. The tomato…
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Easy Vegetarian Breakfast Casserole
Last updated and expanded on May 29, 2026. This Easy Vegetarian Breakfast Casserole is perfect for weekends! The prep time is less than 15 minutes and then you just throw it in the oven to bake. Super easy. It is packed full of protein and yummy veggies. Save the leftovers for week day mornings when you are too busy to cook. Individual casserole servings reheat well in the microwave. Sometimes we even freeze single servings and save for another week. Why you’ll love this recipe: Make it Your Own: Veggie & Cheese Swaps This recipe is a great “fridge clearer”—meaning you can toss in whatever vegetables you have on hand. While…
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Vegan Tomato Stack Salad
Tomatoes are fancy y’all. Beautiful ripe summer tomatoes excite me. I wanted to make something more elegant with tomatoes I bought this weekend. There is a restaurant in town, Hot and Hot Fish Club, that is know for it’s stacked tomato Salad. The Hot and Hot Tomato Salad is just one of those iconic dishes that Birmingham is known for. This restaurant will happily accommodate vegetarians. I have enjoyed the seasonal veggie plate there a few times before but the dish they are best known for the Hot and Hot Tomato Salad is not veggie friendly due to bacon, field peas cooked with ham hock, and a buttermilk dressing. So…
