Vegan Cheesy Farro

So rich, so creamy, and so delicious– and it is all plant-based!Using farro, rather than rice, creates a texture similar to risotto for this recipe. Yet, the farro creates more of a nutty feeling, in addition to the natural creaminess. And, cooking with wine (as you know) offers a richer, more profound profile than just…

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Vegan Mexican Mushroom Creamy Pasta

I’ve mentioned before that many, MANY of my friends follow a vegan, plant-based diet. Although I AM an absolute cheese freak and couldn’t possibly imagine a life without my go-to sharp, hard cheesy decadence EVERY SINGLE NIGHT, I completely respect, adore, and honor my girlfriend’s hopes, desires, dreams, beliefs, and dietary habits.I had the honor…

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Vegan Creamy Mushroom Pasta

“Doesn’t this look good, Ashley? I want to eat it so badly,” she said as she showed me the photo of the creamy mushroom vegan pasta on her phone. “It looks SO good. SO delicious. I’ll make it for you!”“No, how will you do that? What will you use to make it vegan?” “Magic.” Well,…

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Cheezy No-Faux Noodles

Sometimes you’ve just got to go with something cheezy. Not necessarily “cheesy,” but vegan cheezy. Don’t get me wrong, I love myself a giant hunk of Parmesan, Manchego, Mimolette, Dubliner…oh the list goes on. BUT, sometimes you just do what you have to do. Cheezy No – Faux Noodles 1 cup cooked spaghetti squash 1…

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A Little Mac and a Little “Cheese”

A little Mac, a little “cheese,” and even a little bit of chicken. Throw in some cilantro and sprinkle with some crispy pancetta… … and you’ve got yourself more than a meal! Don’t get me wrong, I love cheese. I adore it, in fact. But sometimes, a girl needs an alternative. So with a bit…

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20 Signs You’re A Wellness Junkie

I came across this article and it truly is hilarious. Not only can I relate to all 20 items on the list in some unique and intimate way, but this relationship is nothing new to me.  Born and raised in Boulder, I was certainly “doomed” (maybe not the correct choice of words, but I’ll say…

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