Green Bean Amandine with Cacao

Green Bean Amandine with Cacao
Green Bean Amandine with Cacao

I was doubtful about using cacao in a savory recipe, but I have a different idea now that I’ve tried it. In fact, I’ve made this recipe three nights this week. The rich flavor, bitterness and buttery-ness adds a lot to a recipe, and mixed with the almonds and balsamic vinegar, it’s sublime. Plus, cacao is a superfood. Try it and let me know what you think! Continue reading

Vegan Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

Chocolate Banana Ice Cream. Photo by Cassandra Lees.
Chocolate Banana Ice Cream. Photo by Cassandra Lees.

I grew up on this luscious mouth-feast. My parents and I would often have it for dinner (the justification being that it’s actually pretty healthy), and we spent years tweaking, arguing over, and perfecting the recipe. It’s still evolving. However, the basics stay the same–and its current iteration is profoundly delicious. Continue reading