Somer’s Early Retirement Tofu Quiche–vegan & gluten-free!

by Kittee Berns | Jul 11, 2018 | Blender, Cheese, Protein

If you’ve never had Somer’s tofu quiche before, you’re in for a big treat, even if you think you don’t like quiche! This is one of my favorite tofu recipes to make, and it’s super flexible and pantry friendly ta boot. It’s creamy...

Corn Dog Cheese Waffles!

by Kittee Berns | Jun 27, 2018 | Cheese, Nut-Free, Protein, Refined Sugar-Free

A couple of years ago I was given a really nice, sturdy Belgian style waffle iron (like this one) from friends who were moving overseas. I didn’t grow up with waffles (I grew up in a Bisquick pancake household), so in the last little while, I’ve been...

Spinach Ravioli with Creamy Tofu Ricotta

by Kittee Berns | Jun 6, 2018 | Cheese, DIY, Nut-Free, Protein, Refined Sugar-Free

I love ravioli SO MUCH! Really, I love stuffed foods with ten hearts, but there’s something about homemade ravioli that is extra delicious (and endearing). Making them by hand is really not too time consuming or difficult. Especially, if you fill them with...

Instant Pot! Creamy-Dreamy Black Beans.

by Kittee Berns | May 8, 2018 | Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker, Nut-Free, Protein, Refined Sugar-Free, Slow Cooker, Soy-Free

Whole beans have their time and place for sure, but creamy, saucy beans are where it’s at! I learned how to make beans in this style while living in New Orleans; notorious Crescent City red beans are always cooked down for hours and hours until they cream and...

Chipotle Apple-Mint Slaw = An Amazing Mac Stuffed Salad Roll Whopper

by Kittee Berns | Apr 25, 2018 | Nut-Free, Protein, Refined Sugar-Free

The second the weather warms up, all I want to eat is Salad Roll Whoppers. They’re the perfect meal since they’re easy to transport, entertaining to construct and devour, are an easy way to cram in lots and lots of fresh vegetables, and can be stuffed with...