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So Frustrated.. how to stay on track when things are not happening the way you want them to. by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan I want to thank everyone for the lovely support that is continuing since I wrote last weeks post.   I am really struggling right now because I feel like I ha ... Read on »
Whole Food Savory Corn-Oatmeal 'Bread' made from leftover Split Pea Soup.. by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan 2 1/4 cups leftover split pea or other bean based soup 3/4 cup coarse cornmeal 1 1/2 cups old fashioned oatmeal 1 tsp al ... Read on »
What my life was like at 300 pounds & Comparison Pics by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan This is hard for me to write, and I'm doing it all stream of consciousness. There are no pics of me at my heaviest, and very few body pics of me, even today. Do yo ... Read on »
Sesame Ginger Edamame Salad by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan This is a delicious salad that keeps well in the fridge.  It's great to round out a meal or as a quick snack.  The dressing is thickened with chia seeds and is very ... Read on »
Review: Vegan Cuts Snack Box by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan Beyond Eggs  Earth  Balance Aged White Cheddar Puffs Vbar  Sjaak's Organic Chocolate  Barre  Equal Exchange Chocolate Cocomo Joe Co ... Read on »
Awesome Vegan Tofu Banh Mi by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan 1 cup mayo of choice (link to my home made low fat vegenaise alternative) 3 cloves garlic, pressed juice of 1/2 lime  1/4 tsp lime ... Read on »
Put the Lime in the Coconut Pie! by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan 2 cups dry, unsweetened coconut healthy pinch nutmeg 1/4 tsp salt  juice of 2 limes zest of 1 lime 2 tbsp chia seeds 1/2 cup water  ... Read on »
Crock Pot Baked Beans by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan Crock pot Baked Beans  16 oz dry beans, cooked al dente  (reserve cooking liquid) 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil  28 oz can tomato sauce  1 cup b ... Read on »
Gluten Free, Vegan Skillet Cornbread Take Two by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan I created this super simple cornbread yesterday to go with our baked beans (recipe coming up) and while it is not a traditional cornbread by any means, we both real ... Read on »
Ethiopian Tofu Scramble with Cabbage and Cremini Mushrooms by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan 1 tsp toasted sesame oil 4 oz cremini mushrooms, chopped 4 cups chopped cabbage 1 tbsp onion powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp tumeric ... Read on »
Guacamole Salad with Onion Crunch by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan Oh how I LOVE avocados.  They are super good for you too.  Half on a Hass avocado has around 150 calories, 5 grams of fiber and is full of beneficial fat!  This sal ... Read on »
Pineapple Cilantro Habanero Green Smoothie by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan 1 cup soy kefir 2 cups water 1 cup cilantro 1 frozen banana 2 cups frozen pineapple as much habanero as you can stand 1 tbsp psyllium h ... Read on »
Caraway Dill Coleslaw by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan 4 cups chopped cabbage 1/2 tsp salt 2 cups shredded carrots 1/2 cup minced red onion 1 tbsp dijon 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar ... Read on »
Super Healthy Blueberry Zucchini Muffins (Vegan and Gluten Free) by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan This is an adaptation of one of my old recipes.   I originally created these for my kids to grab for breakfast on the go.  I like using beans, veggies, whole grain ... Read on »
Peach Spice Green Smoothie by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan 12 oz soy kefir, yogurt or non-dairy milk of choice 8 oz water 1 tbsp psyllium husk 2 tbsp chia seeds 8 oz frozen peaches 1 frozen b ... Read on »
Grocery Shopping Haul and Prices, Blender Juice and Salad by Melody P. Patient Expert Posted in: Blog Posts in Vegan Strawberries 2.50 16 oz organic spring mix lettuce 4.99 16 oz organic baby spinach 4.99 7 oz organic baby arugula 2.99 loose garlic .78 1 ... Read on »