This apple-pie-in-a-bowl oatmeal really hits the spot on a chilly morning. Oats contain beta-glucan, a soluble fiber that has been shown to reduce blood cholesterol levels by up to 10 percent—score! You get “extraw” credit if you make this with fresh-pressed apple juice and soaked, blended oat groats in place of the rolled oats (see […]
Amber Shea Crawley
Recipe: Pecan Shortbread Cookies
There’s something quintessentially autumn about the combination of maple syrup and pecans. These Pecan Shortbread Cookies from Practically Raw Desserts are crisp on the outside, tender on the inside and perfect for fall snacking. With only four ingredients, you could practically make these with your eyes closed! They make a quick, simple dessert for Thanksgiving dinner – the perfect end to […]
Practically Raw Desserts Giveaway
Practically Raw Desserts by Amber Shea Crawley is filled with easy recipes for scrumptious cakes, pies, cookies, brownies, puddings, candies, pastries, frozen treats, and more. Chef Amber Shea’s raw treats are totally free of dairy, eggs, gluten, wheat, soy, corn, refined grains, refined sugars, yeast, starch, and other nutrient-poor ingredients. Many recipes are also free […]
Recipe: Pecan Chai Spice Bars
Pecan Chai Spice Bars Not only does “pecan chai” sound like “pecan pie,” but these bars taste a little like pecan pie—with some Eastern flair added. Brew your chai tea long and strong to ensure that you can taste it in the final product. You can either eat these straight out of the freezer, when […]
Rawk and Roll – a review of Practically Raw Desserts
As someone who loves trying out new recipes and making treats, but who is admittedly also a little bit of a health nut, Chef Amber Shea Crawley’s wonderful new book, Practically Raw Desserts, is a dream come true. Not only is the book filled with innovative and delectable-looking desserts, Crawley’s recipes are also free of […]