Tracy’s Tips

Hey there!  Thought I’d share some great information on nutrient dense plant-based foods!  These itty-bitty foods are so mighty and so good for you!  Check it out!  Chickpeas/Garbanzo beans!  Adding more chickpeas to your diet boots your nutrient intake and helps protect your health!  People who eat chickpeas or hummus have higher levels of fiber,…

Vegan, that word that just seems to turn non-vegans off, maybe because they’re not sure what it means, but know that “those” people don’t eat MEAT!  Well, guess what you just don’t eat MEAT alone either!  I’m here to talk to you a little bit about the fact that it’s just not all that hard…

vegan banana bread This is a household favorite!  Whenever there’s bananas in the house, the next question is “are you making banana bread?!!!”  LOL!  Hope you enjoy this as much as my family does.  Please note that I use ALL plantbased ingredients! Ingredients: 5 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk…

Garlic Mushroom Pasta So simple, so quick, so delicious!  And mushrooms, oh my goodness I don’t have enough words to describe how good and full of nutrients mushrooms are.  Mushrooms are a rich, low calorie source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants. They may also mitigate the risk of developing serious health conditions, such as Alzheimer’s, heart…

Black Bean Butternut Squash Enchiladas My own version of a vegan Enchilada! Ingredients: 2 tbsp Olive Oil 1 Onion (chopped) 1 1/2 tbsp Minced Garlic Salt/Pepper 1 tbsp Cumin 1 tsp Smoked Paprika 1 Can Black Beans (seasoned) 1 Can Mild Enchilada Sauce 1 Bag Organic Chopped Butternut Squash Whole Grain Flour Tortillas (6)  or…

Stuffed Sweet Bell Peppers These are a HUGE favorite in my house!!!  Very filling and super yummy! Ingredients: 4 Large Sweet Bell Peppers (I like red, yellow and orange, but use what you like).  Look for a wide bottom, so they sit well in baking dish. 1 Diced Onion (med-lrg) Minced Garlic (heaping tbsp, can…