Today I had the pleasure (not) of going to the DMV to renew my license. I was struck by just how fake the new normal is. Fake hair, fake lashes, fake food. The media and powers that be have done a fabulous job in convincing us that we are not good enough just as we […]
This recipe comes from Tracye McQuirter in By Any Greens Necessary. Read my interview with Tracye here. Ingredients 2-3 bunches curly kale, washed and chopped or torn into small pieces 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 medium red onion, chopped 5 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped 2~3 tablespoons (Bragg Liquid Aminos) I recommend using
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I have decided to participate in this years VeganMoFo, the Vegan Month of Food. Along with other bloggers around the country (world?) I will be attempting to create a post about veganism everyday this month, or at least every week day. I figure it is a great way to reach more Afrikan (black) vegans and
Thank you Chris for submitting this yummy kale smoothie recipe. Ingredients Handful of kale 1 apple 1 slice of fresh ginger Lemon 2 cups of water Blend in until smooth #50sadesofvegankalechallenge
Breakfast is often the easiest to eat raw. Smoothies are our usual breakfast but this hearty fruit salad is a great change of pace. It is very adaptable to what ever fruit you have on hand. Choose the ripest seasonal and organic fruits you can find for optimal flavor and nutrition. Ingredients 4 Fresh figs
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Periodically I do a juice fast. Sometimes I get stuck making the same few recipes and then feel bored. Or we start eating more cooked food that we should. Maybe the fast pace of life leads us to eat out more often, gain weight, and succumb to temptations such as cooked soy based meals. Eventually
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A while back I was excited to see a new book out called 50 Shades of Kale. It promised “50 Fresh and Satisfying Recipes That Are Bound To Please.” When I got it I sat right down to find the next great way to serve my kale. Right off I noticed the beautiful photos. However, my pleasure stopped there. Only 9 of the recipes were vegan and most were cooked. …
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I found organic figs this week and wondered what to do with them. Here is my twist on a salad recipe I found on-line. Super fast and easy. AND delicious! Use soft, ripe figs. (Be sure to check out our 50 Vegan Shades Of Kale Challenge) Ingredients 1 bunch green kale washed and de-stemed and
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