This is a refreshing summertime drink. It cools you down on those hot summer days. INGREDIENTS: 2 grapefruit, juiced 1 cup simple syrup 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 cup cranberry juice 1 bottle (6 cups) grapefruit flavored La Croix sparkling water DIRECTIONS: For the simple syrup combine 1 cup water to 1/2 cup sugar. Bring to… Continue reading Grapefruit Spritzer
Month: February 2018
Peach And Strawberry Soda
INGREDIENTS: 1 cup sugar 2 cup water 1 cup peaches, frozen, thawed 1 cup strawberries, frozen, thawed zest of 1 lemon juice of 1 lemon 1 bottle of sparkling water ( I use about 6 cans of La Croix flavored water) DIRECTIONS: In a saucepan combine the sugar and water. Cook over medium heat for… Continue reading Peach And Strawberry Soda
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Hot Chocolate
Hot Chocolate is one of the best drinks to warm you up during the cold months. It is also comforting enough so you can have it any time of year. You can make a lot or just a little. This hot chocolate recipe makes just over 1 cup. It is thick and creamy and uses… Continue reading Hot Chocolate
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Carrot And Yam Puree
INGREDIENTS: 4 carrots, washed and diced 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced salt and pepper 2 yams, peeled and diced 4 cup vegetable broth DIRECTIONS: In a large pot add a little of the vegetable broth. Add the carrots, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and yams. Cook 2-3 minutes. Add the remaining broth and cook… Continue reading Carrot And Yam Puree
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Sweet And Sour Carrots
INGREDIENTS: 1 lb carrots, halved and cut into 3-inch pieces 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 -2 tbsp sugar or maple syrup 1 clove garlic, minced salt red pepper flakes 1 tbsp parsley, chopped DIRECTIONS: In a steamer basket over a little bit of water in a pot, steam the carrots for 15 minutes or… Continue reading Sweet And Sour Carrots
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Spinach And White Bean Dip
INGREDIENTS: 1 tsp olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 2 pkg spinach, thawed and drained of all water salt and pepper 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed lemon zest Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 c vegetable broth 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced DIRECTIONS: In a large skillet over medium-low heat add the oil, garlic, and… Continue reading Spinach And White Bean Dip
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Blackbean, Corn And Red Onion Salad With Sundried Tomato Vinegarette
INGREDIENTS: 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 c corn 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 2 c. spinach, chopped 2 c. lettuce, chopped 1/4 c. sundried tomatoes, drained and chopped 4 tbsp sundried tomato oil 2 tbsp white wine vinegar salt and pepper DIRECTIONS: In a bowl combine the lettuce, spinach, red onion, corn,… Continue reading Blackbean, Corn And Red Onion Salad With Sundried Tomato Vinegarette
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Marinated Vegetable Salad
this is a lovely and bright salad. With its light and crisp flavors, you are sure to love this take on a side salad. INGREDIENTS: 3 zucchini, sliced 1/2 inch slices 4 cauliflower florets, cut into 1/2 inch florets 2 carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick 1-pint cherry tomatoes halved 1/2 purple onion, thinly sliced 1 cup… Continue reading Marinated Vegetable Salad
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Crock-Pot Red Beans And Rice
INGREDIENTS: 1 onion, diced 1 clove garlic. minced 1/2 lb vegan andouille sausage, cubed 1 lb red beans, soaked, drained 1-quart water salt and pepper DIRECTIONS: The night before place the beans in water and allow them to soak overnight. Drain and rinse before using. Put all of the ingredients in a crock-pot and set to… Continue reading Crock-Pot Red Beans And Rice
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Brown Rice With Black Beans And Hominy
INGREDIENTS: 2 c brown rice ( or you can use quinoa- which I often substitute) 2 c vegetable broth salt lemon zest 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 3 tbsp agave Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 tsp cumin 1 (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed 2 (15 oz) cans white hominy, drained… Continue reading Brown Rice With Black Beans And Hominy
The Southern Rustic 