Slow Cooker Autumn Punch (modified by Teresa Proctor) 1 1/2 gallon Apple cider( I like Ziegler’s Autumn Harvest Apple Cider) 1 cup fresh...

Lentil-Barley Burgers I combined several recipes online but changed a few things to make it my own and what I feel provides a more...

Blueberry Mint Lemonade Refresher Ingredients 1 1/2 cup Honey (use your favorite honey) 2 1/2 cups Fresh Blueberries 1 1/2 cups Fresh...

Though the season is unfortunately coming to an end, there is certainly still opportunity to enjoy outdoor grilling on these pleasant...

Chickpea salad Ingredients 1 can of chickpeas 2 cups of edamame beans cranberries 1 small red pepper chopped 1 small green pepper chopped...

Winter weather and white crystal precipitation sounds like a request for stillness. Winter is a time for hibernation and snow may very...

Avocado Citrus Smoothie Ingredients ½ avocado 1 frozen banana ¼ cup plain yogurt (or non dairy yogurt) juice of half a lemon juice of...

Lentils are very versatile, inexpensive and are a good source of healthy carbohydrates and protein. They come in different sizes and...

Buffalo Cauliflower recipe This is the simple recipe I use for delicious Buffalo Cauliflower. I do however substitute butter for coconut...

Pumpkin and Apple Soup Ingredients 1 pound of cooked pumpkin (I use a peanut pumpkin (see image) because they of its swseetness.) When...

Golden Milk is one of my favorite evening soothing beverages. This traditional Indian drink has amazing healthy benefits. Curcumin...

Tomato Basil Soup *Approximately 10 over ripened tomatoes. Type of tomato will determine the flavor of your soup. *1 large sweet onion...

Thanks to many years of experience assisting a farmer at the Eastern Market, my plant base living journey was easily adaptable. I...

Over 15 years ago, I made a decision to adopt a plant-based nutrition plan. I did this to not only experience a healthier lifestyle but...

In every adversity, look for the benefit that can come out of it. Even bad experiences offer benefits, but you have to look for...

While it is difficult to pinpoint the exact origins of Valentine’s day, it certainly did not begin as we currently know it. History...

When you need a little energy boost, these nutty bits will give you new life. Chia and flax seeds are rich in antioxidants, fiber and...

Greetings and welcome to Chanel Speaks. This is the section of my site where I will have the opportunity to share my thoughts and...