Ahh the moment has come: I’m finally sharing our journey of becoming a vegan family with all of you! I’m not sure why, but I feel like before I begin I need to set up a few disclaimers- maybe because I know how touchy this subject can be. I want you to know that this is solely our journey and the information I’m sharing is personal and some parts referencing things I have read. Also just warning you that this is probably worth like 3 blog posts and can be little raw at times- but I really want you to take it all in and process it all at once, so grab a cup of coffee and let’s get to it! How it all began: If you were to ask me 10 years ago- heck even 5 years ago if I would have ever seen ...
How To Make the Best Seitan
Seitan has quickly become a family favorite when it comes to meat alternatives. What I love most about making seitan is the fact that I know exactly what is going into it and the fact that it’s very few ingredients makes me feel good! If you need a crash course on Seitan and what it is, you can read more here! Seitan is a versatile meat alternative- you can make: burgers“chicken” strips“chicken” nuggetsbreaded cutlets“cold cuts”Hot dogs Really the list is endless! This recipe is best used to replace that chicken texture you may remember without eating actual chicken. A couple of notes before we jump in to making seitan: This recipe does take a little while to make (2 ...
Back To School With Tubify!
How are we already through the first week of school?! For some reason this year, the girls have transitioned back into the swing of school life seamlessly- I don't know what's in the air, but I'll take it! I on the other hand am still trying to remember that lunches need to be packed and the fridge has to be stocked with delicious and easy snacks that the kids can grab and go on their own. Enter: Tubify Organic Freezies! These delicious whole fruit freezies are the perfect after school treat even -dare I say it- when the weather makes its shift into cooler days! Tubify freezies come in 4 flavours and the 2 flavours we tried were Mango Tiger and Raspberry Raven Lemonade (which they ...
