My littlest love and I got together for a heart pillow craft with Kristen this week. Nacho made this one for his big sister, Audra. We also made a small round one in the same fabrics for a special stuffed animal friend (see last photo). This is super fun to make together and you need not get out a needle and thread. …
After School Chocolate Chip Cookies
Would you want these waiting for you after a day at school? Treat your kids and yourself to these absolutely amazing chocolate chip cookies! And they're dairy-free and gluten-free!!! You will not be disappointed! xo, dana After School Chocolate Chip Cookies Prep time: 30 mins Cook time: 15 mins Total time: 45 mins Serves: 2 dozen Ingredients 2 sticks Earth Balance Buttery Sticks, softened 1 cup organic sugar 1 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar (I like Florida …
Creamy “No Cream” Luscious Spinach Soup
A luscious way to eat your greens. We have been sharing this soup as our family dinner during these wintery months. I also warm it gently for a lunch break for myself when the boys are at school. I've listed a vegan option to the soup, if you prefer. Either way, it is luscious and delicious!! Like any soup, it is a little thinner in consistency right after it is prepared, but it thickens overnight in the refrigerator. Enjoy! xo, dana Creamy "No Cream" Luscious Spinach …
Rustic Leek and Potato Soup
My Rustic Leek and Potato Soup is full of flavor and thickened with earthy fava beans. It can be made several days in advance or is perfect for a quick week night dinner. xo, dana Rustic Leek and Potato Soup Author: Dana Bueno Ingredients 2 leeks, trimmed and split lengthwise, cut 1/4 inch half rounds 1/2 onion, chopped 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 ribs celery, chopped 4 cloves of garlic, minced 1/2 pound fingerling potatoes, cut lengthwise (or an equal …
Dana’s Four-Bean Chili for the New Year
My market vegetarian and vegan chili is perfect to celebrate the spirit of the New Year (black-eyed peas + 3 others) and is sure to be a year-round favorite. Our boys love it too - we serve it on top of pasta for them. Stay warm y'all!! xo, dana Dana's Four-Bean Chili Recipe Type: soup Author: Dana Bueno Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 45 mins Total time: 1 hour Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 red pepper, cored, seeded and chopped …