Spicing Up the Veggies

With a few finals and research papers due, I didn't cook this weekend but I did find a new restaurant that supports the vegan lifestyle. CoreLife Eatery is the place where one can grab something heathy to eat. CoreLife Eatery focuses on bringing clean, healthy and great tasting food to everyone everyday. Here are a few meals they have that compliment the vegan lifestyle: Sriracha ginger roasted tofu – green bowl Sriracha ginger tofu & ancient grains – grain bowl Shitake mushroom & roasted tofu – broth bowl And when in doubt, you can always grab a salad or smoothie, if you're looking for something small. Here are the two locations in Rochester: Greece, NY 2373 West Ridge Rd. Greece, NY 14626 (Next to Party City) (585) 484-8558 Henrietta, NY 100 Marketplace Drive, Suite # 520 Henrietta, NY 14623 (Near Market Square) (585) 358-3055 Check it out, you won't be disappointed!

While I hope everyone had a great thanksgiving, Christmas is soon approaching. Despite my new lifestyle, I still love cookies during this time of the year. Instead of buying some as I usually do, I’m going to make homemade chocolate chip cookies and I challenge you guys to make your own too. So, here’s the recipe!  Crispy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients: tablespoon ground flax 3 tablespoons water 1/4 cup non-dairy buttery spread 1/4 smooth peanut butter or almond butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup organic cane sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon  salt 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats 1 cup almonds 1/3 cup non-dairy chocolate chips Directions: 1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. 2. While the oven is heating up, in a small bowl, mix together the ground flax and water. Then, set aside for a few minutes so it can thicken.  3. Now, with a mix...

As you guys know, I bought a spiralizer last week and I have now had the pleasure of using it twice now. With that being said, I’m bringing you guys an easy and on the budget receipe that uses this tool.  Zucchini Noodles with Creamy Avocado Pesto Ingredients: 6 Large Zucchini 2 Ripe Avocados 1 cup of fresh basil leaves 3 cloves of garlic 2 Tbsp of Lemon Juice 1 Tbsp of Olive Oil Instructions: 1. Begin my spiraling your zucchini. It’s tricky at first,but once you get it, you’ll see how easy it is to use. 2. Then, in a bowl mash your avocados for the sauce. You can use a blender or food processor if you choose for a smoother sauce. Then, though in the basil leaves, lemon, and a little salt and pepper for taste.  3. Now you’re ready to cook the pasta. Drizzle a few drops of olive oil in a large skillet and then add zucchini for 2-4 minutes or until tender. 4. Once the noodles are done, move them to a bowl and toss in the avoca...

Many people say the vegan lifestyle is crazy and they couldn’t see themselves letting go of both meat and all other animal by-products. However, little do they know, many of us vegans thought the very same way before actually switching.  As a requirement for my audio project, I had to interview two people, and of course, I decided to interview two people who are vegan. Within these interviews, I got the “why I switched, the process of switching, how it makes me feel, the results of switching, how long I’ve been vegan,” and more.  Throughout both interviews, there was one thing in particular that stuck out to me that one of my interviewee’s said, “ Took me while to figure out the right combinations of fruits and veggies to eat to supplement the vitamins and nutrients I was missing from meat.”  And I have to agree with him. No meat, no fish, no milk, no eggs, and no animal by-products, the determination to find recipes that both excite and compliment our lifest...

With two essays, an audio project due, and 9 days until my birthday, I’m so overwhelmed. However, eveytime I do feel this way, I find some way to get everything done, so I’m not too worried. Despite everything that’s going on, I made time to make dinner tonight that would last me a few days this week. Here we go!! Loaded Avocado Quesadillas  Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes  Ingredients: -  1 red bell pepper, sliced - 1 zucchini, chopped - 1/2 red onion, sliced - 1 jalapeño pepper - 2 ripe avocados - Soft tortillas - 1 cup of canned black beans(rinse and drained) - 2 Tbsp. olive oil - 2 tsp. ground cumin -1/2 tsp. chipotle chile powder ***salt, pepper, hot sauce, or salsa may be used for better taste***’ Instructions: 1. Begin by stirring lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chipotle chile powder, and garlic together in a bowl. Then, throw the bell pepper, zucchini, onion, and jalapeño(chopped) in too. 2. Pla...

Like any other week, this week has flew by for me. Submitted all my assignments on time and now I'm enjoying the few days I have off from school. Eating healthy, exercising, and treating myself to a weekend full of fun was awesome. However, I didn't forget about you all, so let's dive into "Spicing Up the Veggies." I'm so exhausted of always having to order salads when I go out, since most restaurants don't offer alternatives to the Vegan lifestyle. However, this week I bring to you not only a Vegetarian but also a Vegan restaurant, that I had the pleasure of checking out this weekend, "The Red Fern." "The Red Fern," offers a full vegan menu, whatever you read and want, you can have it my fellow vegans. And when you see something that has cheese or meat, just know it's a Vegan alternative! First, I'll speak of the physical setting, I mean it's small and cozy but at the same time, so inviting. White walls, wood floors, and y...

Welcome back! It has been a crazy week…two essays due.. reading three different novels in three different classes, blog post, washing clothes, two dogs.. blah..blah..blah, I can go on forever. Coffee has been my best friend…no milk as you all know. As the week approaches, I will say, l feel very productive. Enough about me, lets get to  “Spicing Up the Veggies." For those of you new to the vegan lifestyle, I know you're probably getting tired of salads and smoothies, so this week I bring you an exciting meal... Vegetable Stir fry with Thai noodles! I've made stir fry many times but instead of serving with rice, I decided to spice it up with some noodles. Not only does Stir fry offer a full plate of colors, but plenty of nutrients as well. This meal is super easy to make, with prepping and cooking, you're looking at a maximum of 25 minutes!  Ingredients: - 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil - 1 red bell pepper - 1 green bell pepper - 1 yellow ...

Heyyyyy!! My name is Alexis W. and I’m a junior at the College of Brockport, majoring in Journalism & Broadcasting with a minor in English. After college, I want to relocate to California and start my career as a news anchor. With my degree, two dogs, and living my dream in a big place, I can’t imagine anything better after four stressful years.  I’m originally from Buffalo, NY but I’ve lived in New Jersey for the past three years, which had its pros and cons. Living in a fast city for the first time taught me to work hard and stay focused to keep from drowning. Knowing that I only wanted to get smarter, start my career and exceed, I knew it was time to go back to school. Once I got back in the groove, I found my passion and I also thought I found love but that didn’t last long.  Letting go of the past and focusing on the future, I moved to Rochester with family to continue my studies and live a typical life as a 22-year-old. As I get closer to graduating, I learn mor...