by Rita Anthony | Mar 9, 2026 | Desserts & Snacks
Dry Roasted Green Peas 1 cup dried green peas (from the dry beans/lentils aisle)½ tsp sea salt½ tsp paprika or cumin (optional)Optional pinch of chili powder or black pepper Spread the peas on a baking tray and roast at 200°C (400°F) for 25–30 minutes, shaking the...
by Rita Anthony | Mar 6, 2026 | Desserts & Snacks, Friday Faves
Sometimes the simplest things are the most satisfying. If you’ve never tried banana “nice cream,” you’re in for a treat. It’s creamy, naturally sweet and made from just one main ingredient: frozen bananas. When blended, they transform into a soft, smooth texture that...
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 | 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...
by Rita Anthony | Dec 22, 2025 | Desserts & Snacks
Date & Nut Energy Balls 1 cup pitted dates1 cup raw almonds2 tbsp cacao powder1 tsp cinnamon Blend all ingredients in a food processor until sticky and combined.Roll into small bite-sized balls.Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving. Rita AnthonyI...
by Rita Anthony | May 30, 2025 | Desserts & Snacks
Ingredients: 1 frozen package artichoke hearts (I used 365 brand) 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 6 cloves garlic minced (or 2 T garlic powder) 1 T onion powder 1/2 T dry basil 1/2 T dry oregano 1/2 Tsp tomato paste 1 tsp crushed red peppers (optional) 1/4 tsp black pepper...
