Southern Cooked Collards

If you’re from the South chances are you’ve eaten collards a time or two. These green leafy vegetables are a staple in southern cuisine. Heck, they’re so revered in the South that they’ve been designated the state vegetable of South Carolina! However, my only complaint…

Homemade Hemp Milk

One of the most versatile plants on the planet is finally having its well deserved moment, HEMP! This amazing plant can used for paper, clothes, biofuel, nutrition, and much more. While hemp is part of the cannabis family, it doesn’t cause any psychotropic effects like…

Broccoli Potato Casserole (gluten-free and vegan)

Being from the South, I know a thing or two about casseroles; they’re a staple around these parts. 🙂 However, they’re generally not very healthy, typically loaded down with meat, dairy, and/or cheese, with a few scattered veggies here and there. Let’s be real, the…

Lentil Bolognese (vegan and gf)

Some of my favorite recipes are created by chance. This lentil bolognese is no exception! I pretty much made it out of the blue because I had a bunch of leftover lentils in the fridge. The result of my experimentation was such a hit with…

Charleston Plant-based Vegan Guide

The status of the Charleston food scene is undeniable! People from around the world come to indulge in the cuisine of the Holy City. But southern food definitely isn’t synonymous with health food. Much of our cuisine is centered around meat or loaded with butter,…

Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Squash in the fall is ubiquitous. I personally can’t get enough of them, all different kinds. Spaghetti squash is undoubtedly one of the most unique. When cooked the flesh separates easily into long strings resembling pasta. They can be enjoyed with traditional marinara, pesto, or…