by Rita Anthony | Feb 16, 2026 | Side Dishes
Mashed Parsnips with Roasted Garlic 2 pounds parsnips (peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks)1 whole head garlic1 –2 tablespoons cashew cream1 –2 tablespoons unsweetened plant milk (as needed)Salt (to taste)Freshly ground black pepperOptional: pinch of white pepper or...
by Rita Anthony | Feb 16, 2026 | Entrees
Chili Garlic Noodles 8 oz 225 g noodles of choice5 –6 cloves garlic (finely minced)¼ cup water (plus more to splash as needed)1 tsp chili flakes (or chili garlic sauce, ½–1 tbsp, to taste)3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice1 scallion (sliced at...
by Rita Anthony | Feb 16, 2026 | Desserts & Snacks
Peanut Butter Banana Energy Bites 1 ripe banana (mashed)½ cup natural peanut butter1 cup rolled oatsOptional: dash cinnamon or splash of vanilla Mix everything together, roll into small bites and refrigerate until firm. Rita AnthonyI started out over 10 years ago...
by Rita Anthony | Feb 16, 2026 | Soups
Chili-Lime Sweet Potato & Lentil Soup 2 large sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed (about 4 cups))1 medium onion (chopped)3 garlic cloves (minced)1 tsp chili flakes (or to taste)4 cups vegetable broth (or water)1 cup cooked red lentilsJuice of 1–2 limesSalt + pepper...
by Rita Anthony | Feb 16, 2026 | Desserts & Snacks
Kettle Corn Popcorn Balls 8 cups air-popped popcorn (plain, no oil)½ cup pure maple syrupPinch of sea salt½ tsp vanilla extract Heat maple syrup until bubbly and thick (about 3–4 minutes).Stir in salt and vanilla.Pour over popcorn, toss gently and shape into...
