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These savory Tamari Almonds are as simple to make as they are delicious to munch on! This recipe transforms ordinary raw almonds into a flavor-packed snack with just three simple ingredients. Elevate your snack game with this irresistible tamari almonds recipe. Raw almonds are combined with the rich umami of tamari and the subtle nuttiness of toasted sesame oil then roasted in the oven to make the perfect treat. The baked texture gives the almonds a wonderful crunch on the outside and a slightly chewy nutty interior. Each bite is infused with rich flavor and subtle crispness.  Tamari roasted almonds…

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Learn how to make pico de gallo! This easy recipe uses simple, fresh ingredients. Enjoy it as a dip with tortilla chips or on any Mexican dish. Learn how to make pico de gallo! I’m sharing my classic pico de gallo recipe below, plus tips to give it the best flavor.If you’re new to making salsa, pico de gallo is a great place to start. It gives you a lot of bang for your buck, because even though it’s zesty and flavorful, it’s SO easy. You don’t need any special equipment—just a cutting board and a good knife—and the ingredient…

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Save money, be more eco-friendly, and cut back on waste with these delicious vegan food scraps recipes. So many of the foods we consider food scraps are actually highly nutritious, tasty, and 100% edible. If you were wondering what to do with food scraps, you have come to the right place. Happy Earth Month! Our beautiful planet that we call home generously provides us with everything we need to thrive. We are given seeds to sow and water to irrigate on our plentiful farmland. Earth deserves to be celebrated everyday, but we should take extra good care of her in…

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I’m going to keep it short and simple today. It’s Friday, just a day before one of my favorite holidays, the 4th of July!!! I’m looking forward to the fireworks (the best part!) the picnic I’m going to have in the park the delicious cucumber salad and veggie burgers I’m going to make and, the giggly tipsiness I will embrace 🙂 I’ve never shared a cocktail on Sweet Potato Soul. I am more of a wine person, but I’ll occasionally break out a bottle of liquor to use in a fancy drink. A friend recently gave me a bottle of mezcal, a smoky Mexican…

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Learn how to make a mint julep with this easy recipe! The traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby, this bourbon cocktail is aromatic and refreshing. Have you ever tried a mint julep? If you like fresh mint (like me) or bourbon (like Jack), then you absolutely should.A mint julep is made with four simple ingredients: bourbon, simple syrup, crushed ice, and fresh mint.It’s the traditional drink of the Kentucky Derby, and it might be as important a tradition as the horse race itself. The Kentucky Derby’s website claims that fans consume 125,000 mint juleps at the Churchill Downs racetrack over…

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These mouthwatering Mushroom Veggie Sliders will give you an excuse to host a backyard BBQ! Tossed in a homemade chipotle BBQ sauce, this vegan pulled pork mushroom recipe makes the ultimate sliders sandwiched between fluffy slider buns with crisp red cabbage slaw and creamy mayo. This recipe was written on March 7, 2024. It was updated with additional recipe information on April 20, 2024. Indulge in these delicious chipotle sliders with sautéed oyster mushrooms and a homemade smoky barbecue sauce with the perfect combination of tang, sweetness, and heat. This recipe comes together in just 30 minutes so you can…

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I’ve had a bit of a hectic time lately so my today’s recipe is a simple kale salad that I hope will become your favourite way to eat this dark leafy green too. I love it so much that I’ve been having it after lunch, as a dessert! This kale salad could not be simpler but it tastes anything but boring.This kale salad consists of perfectly steamed cavolo nero (also known as lacinato or dinosaur kale), messaged with a little bit of extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice. The first helps to tenderise the leaves and the latter cuts…

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These air fryer potatoes roast in just 20 minutes! Crispy outside, creamy inside, and full of savory garlic flavor, they’re a delicious, easy side dish. Air fryer potatoes! Have you tried them? They deliver all the best qualities of oven roasted potatoes, but they cook in a fraction of the time (we’re talking under 20 minutes!).These air fryer potatoes are the perfect weeknight side dish. They’re quick and delicious—crispy on the outside, creamy in the middle, and packed with savory garlic flavor. Even picky eaters love them.These air fryer potatoes pair nicely with so many main dishes (find serving suggestions…

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These blueberry scones are crisp on the outside, moist and buttery in the middle, and bursting with juicy berries. Perfect for breakfast or brunch! The best scones are buttery, flaky, and moist inside. They’re crisp and crumbly around the edges, perfect for pairing with a cup of coffee or tea.Scones can get a bad rap for being bland or dry (my husband Jack swore he didn’t like them for years), but when they’re prepared well, they shouldn’t be either of those things.I’m sharing my favorite blueberry scones recipe below. It’s easy to make with 10 basic ingredients, and it yields tender,…

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The weather is finally warming up so I started craving salads, plus I’ve been doing a lot of resistance training to stave off my muscular decline and help myself feel better so this is a baked tempeh slaw is what I often crave these days. It’s easy to make, all of the components can be made in advance, full of plant protein and very satiating.The base of this baked tempeh slaw is a medley of mostly seasonal vegetables, cut very finely. I included tender Spring cabbage (also known as sweatheart or pointy cabbage), radishes, carrots, peppers and spring onions. I…

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These whole wheat blueberry pancakes are brought to you by Stevia In The Raw®. Stevia is a delicious zero-calorie sweetener made from the sweet leaves of the stevia plant. It can be used for baking, everyday cooking, and beverages. It’s also great in pancake recipes… With the release of my cookbook, wedding planning, and exploring our new city of LA, life seems to be going so fast. I especially notice that I’ve been super busy when I look back and realize I haven’t been eating anything but oatmeal and avocado toast for breakfast every morning. Don’t get me wrong, I…

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With its silky smooth texture and sweet/tart lemon flavor, this homemade lemon curd is a delicious treat. Enjoy it on scones, ice cream, and more! This homemade lemon curd is so delicious that you’ll want to eat it off a spoon. It’s rich, sweet, and delightfully tart, bursting with bright citrus flavor. Imagine if the top of a lemon bar or the middle of a lemon meringue pie became a smooth and creamy spread. That’s this lemon curd.As the world’s biggest fan of anything lemon, I’ve always loved lemon curd. But I didn’t try making my own until recently. I…

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