The Eastern European cookie, kolacky, kolaczi or kolache, is an easy cookie to make. I forgot all about this recipe until speaking with my mother on the morning of July 4th. Living so far from family, I was missing out on holiday festivities. She mentioned she was bringing her beloved kolacky recipe to a party that day. My grandmother made kolacky with poppy seed, prune, apricot and strawberry fillings. As a kid, I remember liking … Read more
This is an old-fashioned dish that’s fantastic for a holiday meal but still simple enough to make for Sunday dinner. Scalloped sweet potatoes, with the sweetness of the potatoes and brown sugar, combined with the cinnamon and nutmeg, is absolutely delightful! My goal with this site is to show how you can make palm oil free foods at home. Because of this, I recommend using real butter instead of vegan butter substitutes which typically contain … Read more
There is something so special about blackberry cobbler. It is warm, comforting, and sweet. This is a simpler, scaled-down version of traditional cobbler. It doesn’t take as much work, but it still has the same fruity goodness. This recipe calls for fresh blackberries, but you can use frozen, just thaw before using. You can also try other types of fruit like blueberries, peaches, strawberries, marionberries, or apples. You can also add some cinnamon and nutmeg … Read more
Homemade hummus is so much better than what you get in the store! This recipe is a base for you to let your imagination run wild. There are so many things you can do. Stir in a little pureed pine nuts, add some lemon juice, or use smoked olive oil for a real treat. It’s a very nice as a dip with fresh vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and celery. It is also a really tasty … Read more
This quick and simple stewed tomatoes with egg is great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It combines fresh vegetables and eggs for a surprisingly delightful meal. The butter smooths the sharpness of the tomatoes, but if you need a little more, add a teaspoon of sugar or monk fruit. If you have individual oven-safe dishes, you can use those instead of the pan. After cooking the tomatoes and other ingredients on the stove, transfer to … Read more