Also called “rice hoppers,” Appam are thin, pillowy crepes made of fermented rice and coconut. With a soft center and crispy edges, it’s truly heaven in a bite – a light and healthy delight! Continue reading
Appam, a Kerala breakfast + Book Giveaway
Author Archives: Laura Plumb
Turmeric Squash Soup
Healing rays of light nurtured by mother earth into a golden gift of sunshine in a bowl. Continue reading
Summer Noodles + Milkweed Seeds Giveaway
A short list of cooling summer foods, plus a unique recipe for a simple summer lunch, designed to ease and refresh. Continue reading
Elevate Summer’s Potato Salad + Giveaway
Elevate Your Summer Ojas – the cooling internal force of strength, integrity, immunity and longevity.
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Baked Kitchari Loaf
Baked Kitchari is a great revelation. I tried it as an experiment during CoVid season, when it seemed everyone was baking and I wondered what it would be to bake a loaf of rice and beans! Turns out it is indescribably wonderful – truly comfort and love in a loaf. Continue reading
Sichuan Tofu Noodle Soup + Spice Giveaway
A plant powered soup adapted from The Zen of Slow Cooking‘s Sichuan Chicken Noodle Soup
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The Might & Majesty of Mung
Why Mung matters: My Interview on Next Ingredient Podcast Continue reading
Creamy Greens: Saag 3 Ways + Ayurveda Giveaway
We all know “greens are good” – what’s great are the Ayurveda principles that bring out their emerald radiance and versatility, offering many ways to get your green on.
Here are three. Continue reading
Yoom: Kitchari for Busy People
Do you Yoom? This is easy Ayurveda Kitchari for busy people Continue reading
December Intentions & Links
Ten ideas for heart-guided, hand-crafted holidays. From bath salts to body oils to the gift of your presence, here are ten no or low expense ways to give more. Continue reading
The Science of Taste
“Stop counting carbs. Don’t live in fear of fat. Eat food that tastes better. We’ll all be skinnier, healthier and a whole lot happier.” Continue reading
Smooth Move Overnight Oats
Start the day smooth, and sweet, with this quick and easy, Smooth Move Overnight Oats Bowl Continue reading
Peach Pecan Oatmeal Cobbler
In an upside down world, a simple Peach Cobbler can be so reassuring. This vegan version, with peaches, pecans, oats, oat milk and spices, is like Nature’s way of saying, “I love you.” Continue reading
Pinto Bean Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing
Pantry meals: While Ayurveda does promote fresh, fresh, fresh, when there is “nothing” to eat, this cheat has proven to be a revelation. Continue reading
Golden Milk Butter Cups | Vegan
Edible sunshine: Take great ingredients, blend with love, wait, allow to settle, and you get the bliss of Ojas in a bite!
Or melt them into your warm tea, tonic, breakfast bowl. Continue reading
Oatmeal Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars
These incredibly healthy, vegan bars by Lisa Tabea of Soulfood Bakery are so good that each time I serve them, everyone asks for more! Continue reading
Steel Cut Oats Colcannon
A play on the Irish Colcannon, with oats substituting for the traditional potatoes, this is surprisingly satisfying and good. Continue reading
Black Rice Noodles, Delicata Squash & Turmeric Miso Dressing
In this winning recipe by Gina Parisi of @theayurvedakitchen roasted squash and rice noodles are tossed with a pungent miso dressing and bitter greens for an elegant, delightful seasonal meal. Continue reading