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Very Mint Matcha Shake. Vegan. GF.

April 17, 2018 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Breakfast, Brunch, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Gluten Free, Smoothies, St. Patrick's Day, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Vitamix Leave a Comment

Mint matcha smoothie.

Calling all mint matcha fans!  This original recipe was created and inspired around the famous “Shamrock” shake that is far less healthy or appealing as an adult.  I’ve revamped this recipe numerous times and I’m happy to report that this one is a winner for sure.  Kids love it because of the minty flavor, parents love it because it’s packed with veggies that the kids never detect.  Winning all around.  Spinach is such a great vehicle for adding a nutritional punch without adding a detectable (to any kids or picky adults) taste.  Spinach is a powerhouse as it packs iron, magnesium, vitamin C, potassium… Matcha is a powerful antioxidant EGCg. It helps boost metabolism.  Detoxifies the body.  I could go on and on but I won’t.

I often make this as an after-school snack for my youngest or post workout for me when I need a punch of flavor.  Mint is one of those refreshing and soothing flavors we gravitate towards.  I’m also not a big fan of matcha brewed but in smoothies or baked in snacks… count me in!
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Shamrock Shake. Vegan.

February 9, 2015 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Beverages, Breakfast, Desserts, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Fitness., Gluten Free, Holiday, Ice cream, Running/Races, Smoothies, St. Patrick's Day, Vegan, Vitamix, Wheat Free Leave a Comment

Shamrock Shake.  Vegan.

Shamrock Shake. Vegan by Knead to Cook.

“It’s that time of year again Mom!” my daughter exclaimed yesterday afternoon.  Snow time?  Winter time? Exhaustion time?  What time may I ask?  Shamrock Shake time.  Ah ha!  Well, yes you are right with St. Patty’s day next month already. Well my response to my dairy and gluten free daughter:  “Get to making your own version.”  That’s what she did and it turned out really yummy!

Kudos Sydney on your creation.  Tastes way better.  Let’s face it.. it isn’t nuclear green thanks to food coloring but to healthy spinach you can’t taste.  Plus vegan.  And not totally packed with gross ingredients, sorry McDonald’s but it’s true.
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Lentil Vegetable Shepard’s Pie. Vegan. GF.

January 8, 2015 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Brunch, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Fitness., Gluten Free, St. Patrick's Day, Vegan, Vegan proteins, Wheat Free Leave a Comment

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Lentil Vegetable Shepard’s Pie. Vegan.

This post was slated for earlier in the week but somehow it got bumped by other posts.  I was excited to share this recipe because not only is it totally customizable – it was so easy and can be prepped a day ahead of time and then baked/broiled prior to serving making it a great weeknight meal.  I haven’t made Shepard’s Pie in years.  Plus I was able to make vegan versions for us and carnivore versions for the rest of my family.  Okay now onto it…
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Cream of Asparagus Soup. Vegan.

March 25, 2014 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Brunch, Easter, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Gluten Free, Soups, St. Patrick's Day, Vegan, Vegetarian, Vitamix, Wheat Free 2 Comments

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I have been making copious amounts of cashew cream in my kitchen.  It’s so versatile – adapting to either sweet or savory dishes.  This weekend I scored several pounds of fresh asparagus from my local farmer’s market and knew I wanted to make soup.  I love asparagus soup and wanted to try this healthier version.  It turned out great.  Thickened the soup perfectly and I added some hemp protein, after all it’s green as well, to the soup for an extra protein punch which is great for muscle recovery.

I whipped this soup up in about 30 minutes and it was perfect before we headed off to church service.  Leftovers only taste better as the flavors deepen.  Would be a great weeknight Meatless Monday dish served up with some whole grain crackers or a crusty loaf of bread.  Leftovers make the perfect lunch the next day.

If you’re hosting an Easter brunch… think about this one on your menu.  Make ahead.  Would keep perfectly on the warm setting of your slow cooker.  Although my daughter insisted I use the Malbec wine for this photo, I would pair up with a white wine of your choice.  So good!

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Vegan raw mint brownies.

March 18, 2014 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Breakfast, Brownies, Brunch, Cookies, Desserts, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Fruit, Gluten Free, Holiday, Holiday Baking Ideas, No bake/cooking required!, St. Patrick's Day, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheat Free 6 Comments

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I’ve been dabbling a lot in eating raw, vegan foods lately.  I know the minute I say that, many will shutter at the thought.  But honestly, many dishes, desserts and snacks are so awesome and taste so good!  Trust me… don’t cringe.  It’s fine every once in a while to eat something totally raw and vegan.  These fun “brownies” have no oils or refined sugars in them and for those of you that have a gluten allergy – these have no flour in them as well.

Mint – people either love it or hate it.  You can control the amount of mint you add to them so if you have total mint lovers (like I do) you can be a bit heavy-handed with the extract. If you don’t care for it – omit it!  These are the perfect treat running out the door in the morning, post workout snack or after-dinner dessert when you crave something chocolately and sweet without blowing all of your workout efforts.  You can also use a smaller pan if you want your brownies thicker too.

These can be made in absolutely no time and keep in the fridge for about a week – but they won’t last that long!

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Black truffle smashed potatoes.

March 5, 2014 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Appetizers, Brunch, Evolution Power Yoga 40 Days, Gluten Free, Side dish, St. Patrick's Day, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheat Free 1 Comment

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Eating a vegetarian or even vegan diet doesn’t have to be boring.  Even if you aren’t eating a meat-free diet… adding fun veggies to your classic proteins makes any dinner special.  My kids aren’t fans of potatoes -not even french fries.  But they did like these and the adults quickly realized the addictive nature of these crispy, flat, potato chip-like crunchy texture with a unique flavor.  If you haven’t tried black truffle oil – you must!  I am not a mushroom fan at all but love LOVE love black truffles.  In cheese, popcorn… infused oils… I’m smitten!  It is pricey but you can easily spend less on a small bottle that will last you a good amount of time because you use it sparingly.

These are easy to make and a great project for the kids to help you with.  Totally vegan (gasp) for those of you who think this is a crazy way of eating… it so isn’t when you can indulge in veggies like this from time to time!

Great weeknight side dish.  Can be prepared ahead of time and reheated or par-cooked a few days prior.  You have to try these… seriously!

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Tropical Green Monster Smoothie.

February 27, 2014 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Beverages, Cabot Fit Team, Fruit, Gluten Free, No bake/cooking required!, Smoothies, St. Patrick's Day, Vegan, Vegetarian, Vitamix, Wheat Free Leave a Comment

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As most of the U.S. is now covered with yet another polar vortex (I cannot tell you how much I despise that phrase), my kitchen is springing me forward with thoughts of warmer weather.  I’ve been inundating myself with tons of fresh fruit (even frozen) for my smoothies and they totally give my body a much needed Vitamin C boost and fool my tastebuds into thinking of spring and even summer.  Mangoes are priced so low at the grocery store, I can’t stop buying them and eating several per day.  The color, the flavor… undeniably good and great for you!

Channel your inner tropical and travel to a tasty tastebud vacation… so necessary after a super long winter!  I will give you a few options below in the recipe.  I made this tonight as an immune booster as two of the five members of my family are sick and prefer to stay on the healthy team.

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Brown Rice Krispy Treats. Clean Eating.

February 11, 2014 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Breakfast, Brunch, Desserts, Easter, Gluten Free, Holiday, St. Patrick's Day, Valentine's Day, Vegan, Vegetarian Leave a Comment

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Valentine’s Day is this Friday and I’ll admit, I don’t get caught up in all of the pomp and circumstance like I used to.  I know that sounds really lame but I like to think that I show my husband and family love throughout the year and not on one special day.  Please no hate emails!  I will make a special dinner at home, quiet and low key.  I found the cutest gifts for my girls in January that I’m actually excited to give to them and my husband… my rock!  I got him several pieces of Lululemon summer shorts/tees on sale and already gave it to him.  Ha.  I’m pathetic- yes I know.    

With Valentine’s ready to go to school for my youngest, I did want to whip up a fun treat for my family to enjoy without tons of junk in them.  So I thought of what was gooey and sticky and would work to grab ahold of these fun X and O sprinkles I had on hand.  Rice Krispy treats!  Perfect!  Also, with the frigid temps we have… they would set up in seconds outside… and that’s exactly what they did!  My daughter gobbled two down on the way home from school.  Super cute!  Super yummy and PROTEIN packed!  Now there is something to LOVE {swoon}.

Customize these to your holiday or event.  Would be perfect shaped like eggs for Easter, with green sprinkles for St. Patty’s Day.  Let your mind go wild with fun ideas!

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Chocolate Chobani Mint Muffins.

February 14, 2013 by Knead to Cook Filed Under: Breakfast, Desserts, Muffins, St. Patrick's Day, Vegetarian, Yogurt 1 Comment

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Today, while out discovering this amazingly huge kitchen store that I didn’t know even existed near me – I found these awesome Guittard Mint Chips and just knew I had to buy them! I’m a huge fan of Guittard chips and these green little treats had my name written all over them.

So I took my famed Double Chocolate Chobani muffin recipe and morphed it into these fabulous little treats.  They are the quintessential after-school snack.  How cute would these be for St. Patty’s day too!?!

Ingredients:

1 c of all purpose flour
1/2 c of good quality dark cocoa powder (I used Wilbur)
2 tsp of baking powder
1/4 tsp of salt
3/4 c of sugar
1 c of non fat vanilla Chobani yogurt
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp of vanilla extract
1/2 tsp of mint extract
1/2 c of canola oil
1/2 c of mint chips (I used Guittard) or more if you like 🙂

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.  Spray your muffin pan (I used a mini muffin pan) with non stick floured baking spray.

In a large mixing bowl, sift you flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt.  Then add sugar and mix to combine.  In your stand mixer, paddle attached, add yogurt, eggs, vanilla and oil.  Combine.  Then add the dry ingredients to the wet. Combine, avoid over-mixing.  Then fold in the mint chips by hand.

Using a small scoop (I use a melon baller) add batter to the muffin tins.  Fill 3/4 of the way allowing room for the muffin to grow.  I baked mini muffins for 18-20 minutes.  I inserted  a toothpick to ensure the muffins were done baking.  Some chocolate from the chips may be on the toothpick but as long as the batter isn’t present, they are done.

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