vegan chocolate banana blueberry nut bread

Darn sweet tooth of mine and bananas going bad.  What's a girl to do? Make bread!!  Now, is this moist to die for bread?  Maybe not, but I really wanted to make a bread that had no sugar/browns sugar/oil in it.  The blueberries do help some and if you are finding the batter to be a little dry, add a bit more apple sauce.  Overall, still VERY yummy!!

Vegan Chocolate Banana Blueberry Nut Bread

spicy tofu quinoa lettuce wraps

I have also been so excited seeing photos of the gals who have purchased my online tee shirts and wearing them!!  I feel like I have somewhat gotten back to my old designing roots.

Need to get back into my running.  This muggy weather, even inside the gym, just doesn't sit well with me. I will also be getting a tattoo in honor of my dog Avery who passed away one week ago today....and, it's going on my foot (appointment is tomorrow!!).  So, no running shoes for awhile.  I have plenty of equipment to workout at home with while barefoot, just need to take that tattooed foot and kick myself in the behind with it!! 
Yesterday I picked up Avery's remains along with a beautiful paw print impression they did for me. My plan this weekend is to put together a lovey shadowbox of memories to hang on our family photo wall.

Was a little surprised with myself that I was so motivated to make dinner last night, as I was just cooking for myself.  I'll admit, I love making a mess in the kitchen.  The more dirty dishes there are, the better!  Last night I was in slice-dice-and cook it up mode!!

Spicy Tofu Quinoa Lettuce Wraps

mushroom & onion chimichangas - and vegan failure?

Wow, first I have to say my Etsy Vegan Redhead a Running Online Store is rockin! I have been adding cell phone cases and other items, with still MORE items to come.  Thank you to everyone who has purchased from me.  My goal is to get everything shipped out as quickly as possible.

Today I have a little bit of this and that to chat about, but hey lets start with some FOOD!  I think last Friday on Facebook someone linked a non-vegan Chimichanga recipe that looked good, but would taste BETTER being vegan.  I couldn't get it out of my mind, so Saturday for lunch I was on a mission to make a vegan (and healthy) Chimichanga!   The guacamole cream sauce I made to top them with....omg, to die for!  You'll find that recipe here as well. These also made great leftovers the next day.

Mushroom & Onion Chimichangas

Ingredients
1 Yellow Onion, sliced
2 Cups Mushrooms, sliced
2 T. Vegetable Broth (or more as needed)
2 T. Garlic (I cheat and use the jar kind)
1 Small Can of Diced Green Chilies
1 15.5 oz. Can Black Beans, drained
1 t. Garlic Powder
1 t. Cumin
1 t. Black Pepper
5 Whole Wheat Lavash (or tortillas)

Heat over to 350 degrees.  Over med-high heat add vegetable broth to your skillet and sauté onion, garlic and mushrooms for 5 minutes. Add more broth if needed, but not to much. Stir in black beans, green chilies and spices. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until warm.

new store OPEN & tofu edamame toasted lavash wraps

YES, my online store is now open and running!  Please check back often as I plan on adding more product.  Over all, I am very excited to share my "vegan" love with everyone!  Please let me know if there is something not on the store you are interested in, as I am more than happy to create a custom order for you. Having worked professionally in the scrapbook business creating product and writing a couple of books, being creative again feels sooooo good!

On to food...
One of my favorite lunch mixes I like to whip up on the weekends is my tofu edamame mix...LOVE it! Works great on whole wheat bread, over spinach & sprouts (my favorite) or wrapped up and toasted in lavash!  What is great about this also, you can add what you want to it.  Not sure I ever make it exactly the same lol.  Enjoy!

 

 

Tofu Edamame Toasted Lavash Wraps

roasted garlic & olive hummus - tee shirts for sale soon!

I hope everyone had a great weekend! I don't think I left the kitchen this weekend, but I enjoyed every yummy item I whipped up!!  I made everything from a wonderful tofu scramble to roasted garlic & olive hummus!  My kitchen was a rockin' that's for sure!!

Friday night I finally got my "Vegan" tattoo (you can kind of see on my right arm)!!  I am so in love with the design that I had it printed on a tee shirt at work.  My shirt went over so well on Facebook that YES I will be adding an online store THIS week!!  I will be adding the design in different style/colors of tee shirts and also on iPhone covers as well!  Check back often for updates as to when the store is open and live!  Please also let me know if you have ideas you would like to see it printed on as well.  Thanks to my job I can offer lots of great options!! I wore mine Sunday, makes me so happy!

Now on to great food!!  This hummus has TONS of flavor.  You can add more/less of the roasted garlic and olives to fit your taste.  This had to be the most flavorful hummus I have ever made!  You will also find my cracker recipe below that are oil free as well.  To roast your own garlic check out the Pioneer Woman for directions, very easy to do!  I roasted up a bunch to use in a few other recipes as well.

Roasted Garlic & Olive Hummus (oil free)