At some point in our baking journey almost all of us have looked for a gluten-free alternative to all-purpose flour – is amaranth flour the one you could have been searching for all along? The only problem is: how do they compare when we actually try to bake with amaranth flour versus all-purpose flour? Since each flour has their own unique pros and cons, it can be tricky trying to figure out if it’s even worth [...]
Paleo vs. Vegan: What’s the Difference?
Paleo and vegan diets have several potential benefits, which is why millions of people choose to follow them (but not normally at the same time!). However, the Paleo and vegan diets are on quite opposite ends of the spectrum in terms of eating styles. While they share a few similarities, the differences far outweigh them. The main differences between Paleo and vegan diets are: Otherwise, there are plenty of differences [...]
Homemade Cough Drops
Feeling sick? These natural homemade cough drops are my go-to when I'm fighting a cold. Made with natural ingredients like raw honey which is known to help suppress coughing and immune boosting coconut oil you can't go wrong with this natural alternative! Our family has been down with a cold for the last week. It started with my 5-year old who was only sick for 3 days. Once she was better our 2-year-old came down with [...]
Fava Bean Flour vs All-Purpose Flour: The Ultimate Verdict
Would you rather have flour made from beans or wheat? That's today's question. Specifically, fava bean flour - a gluten-free, high-protein, and high-fiber flour that's made from ground fava beans. How does it compare to all-purpose flour - the tried-and-true staple of most kitchens? In this article, I'll put these two flours head-to-head and give you the ultimate verdict on which one you should pick. Comparing fava [...]
Turmeric Milk Recipe (Golden Milk)
Turmeric milk (aka golden milk) is an Ayurvedic beverage that helps to reduce inflammation, joint pain and boosts the immune system. Golden turmeric milk is a powerfully anti-inflammatory & nourishing beverage packed with antioxidants. This turmeric milk recipe is an amazing drink my family and I enjoy drinking before bed. I always sleep so well when I make this in the evenings. Health Benefits of [...]
Starbucks Tomato Mozzarella Panini
I’m like Liz Lemon from 30 Rock when it comes to sandwiches. Especially astoundingly delicious sandwiches that have melted cheese, and cheesy pesto, and tomatoes. It’s a like a bit of an oasis. “All humankind has one thing in common: the sandwich. I believe that all anyone really wants in this life is to sit in peace and eat a sandwich.” Tina Fey/Liz Lemon You know that’s right. And I also have a real hard time [...]
