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Mango Habanero Guacamole

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Mango Habanero Guacamole – naturally sweet with a spicy heat, this updated guacamole is your new summertime staple! a quick and easy crowd pleaser! 

recipe originally published May 5, 2011

 

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Mango Habanero Guacamole

We grill often in the spring and summer months. and you know me – no grilling is complete without snacks.

As an pre-grilling appetizer, I made another new guacamole. Does it surprise you in the least that this guac is spicy?

I did make it sweet and spicy, and the cool of the avocado is a perfect balance to the heat of the habanero….

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Simple Coconut Cold Brew

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this Simple Coconut Cold Brew is rich in flavor and easy to make, and brings all the benefits of coconut water. two minutes gets a batch in your fridge to enjoy the next day!

 

Simple Coconut Cold Brew over ice, coconut milk poured in

Simple Coconut Cold Brew

I am one of those people who drinks iced coffee all year long.

Don’t get me wrong – I do love a hand warming mug of hot coffee on a cold winter morning (like our Toasty Graham Coffee Latte with Cinnamon Whip).

Still – even in…

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Best Vegan Mushroom Burgers

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these really are the Best Vegan Mushroom Burgers – super flavorful patties that work with all kinds of burger toppings. gluten free!

 

Burger held in hand, mayo dripping down side

Best Vegan Mushroom Burgers

The sun is shining bright.

We change the clocks this weekend – there will be more light! (Also, did you Oregonians see the bill to keep daylight savings year ’round?! I am so in.

Is it too soon to think about summer BBQ?

Okay, probably. I am very much looking forward to brighter days and spring temperatures. …not just because I have so many ideas for farmers market produce and light, summery meal plans.

Mushroom Burger with melty cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle

 

Also because I want to see if the Best Vegan Mushroom Burgers will hold up on the grill. After several times making this recipe and having it …

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Melty Vegan Pizza Dip

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this Melty Vegan Pizza Cheese Dip is a game changer in party appetizers! a quick and easy recipe that EVERYONE loves, you’ll want to make a double batch.

 

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Melty Vegan Pizza Dip

This cheese dip recipe has quickly moved up our list of favorites – it is the sort of recipe that impresses the most critical carnivores. and it has – I have seen it with my own eyes.

You all know that when I am borderline obsessed with a recipe, I make it over and over again. Like, I still have a tiny bowl of this dip in the fridge right now, AND I have cashews soaking for a new batch I am making today. Honestly, it is a double batch.

At the risk of being my own dang cliché, this…

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Tasty Dip Recipes for Every Party

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These Tasty Dip Recipes for Every Party are comfort food classics that are always welcome and will guarantee an invite to the next soirée! Everything you need for …

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Vegan Peanut Butter Bars

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these Vegan Peanut Butter Bars are so quick and easy to make, you’ll always have a tasty snack on hand. tested gluten free option.

 

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Vegan Peanut Butter Bars

I wake up early.

Like, super early.

I am generally several hours away from breakfast, but probably one hour away from a tennis game, a run, or my morning workout. So I need something.

After my …

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Green Chile Corn Tamales – Stovetop or Pressure Cooker

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this Green Chile Corn Tamales recipe is our go to for New Years celebrations and dinners all year long! vegan and gluten free with simple tasty ingredients. Stovetop or Pressure Cooker!

 

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Green Chile Corn Tamales

My New Years Tamales tradition began in college with …

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Party Treats and Snacks To Ring In the New Year

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this comprehensive list of Party Treats and Snacks To Ring In the New Year is everything you need for a party ANY time of year!

 

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Party Treats and Snacks To Ring In the New Year

aaaaand here is where I am a complete cliché and exclaim HOW IS IT ALMOST 2019?! Can you even believe it?! Where DID the time go?!

Right now I am equally reminiscing over the rollercoaster that was 2018 and making grand plans for 2019. I don’t necessarily make resolutions at the new year, because (another cliché here?) I generally have goals and plans and projects and all of that all year long.

One thing I do fully embrace is celebrating the year end. We rarely go out on this night, and if we do, we hire a Lyft and are often home before midnight.

I like to make a few fun snacks, plan a cocktail that is champagne friendly – because champagne IS a must this night. For me, anyway. 

If you are …

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