Settlers of Catan Vegan Nachos!

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A few weeks ago my Facebook feed became flooded with links to a Nerdist article about Settlers of Catan Nachos. Two of my favorite things in one! Can I get the longest road of Settlers nachos? I’m not sure how that would work, but I’ll try! I’m determined!

Obviously, as soon as I saw the article, I knew I had to have a game night and make these nachos. It was a no brainer. And really, who doesn’t love a good nacho bar? It’s cheap, it’s relatively easy, and your guests can customize their plate to their own liking.

These Settlers of Catan nachos are made possible by purchasing small hexagonal weigh boats to house the ingredients. Then you simply divvy up your nacho ingredients and voila! You have a beautifully colorful, edible game day snack! Continue reading “Settlers of Catan Vegan Nachos!”

VeganCuts Review: February

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As you know, I love snacks, and I love getting mail. Put the two together and you get a monthly VeganCuts subscription! Today, I received my February subscription box, and I thought I’d share the contents with you.

But first, did you miss my January VeganCuts review? If so, check it out now!

This month’s box has a pretty good variety of snacks, although there are three snack bars. The box included everything from I Heart Keenwah Quinoa puffs to almond butter to mushroom coffee (odd, I know). A full list of the items I received is below. Continue reading “VeganCuts Review: February”

Recipe: Vegan German Chocolate Cake

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I’ve known that my partner’s favorite cake is “German Chocolate Cake” for a little while now, but I never set out to make it. Perhaps I found it a bit daunting. Or I didn’t want to tarnish his favorite cake.

Well, I finally decided there is no time like the present. Like any good baker, I first did some research on the cake’s history and found a very basic recipe to veganize. It turns out the cake isn’t even from Germany! Continue reading “Recipe: Vegan German Chocolate Cake”

Coupon Alert: Produce, Sweet Earth, Oreos, and much more!

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freemoneyThere are many new  product rebates available on a variety of smartphone savings apps, such as Ibotta or Shrink. You can save on everything from broccoli or onions to Sweet Earth Burgers or Califia Almond Milk. Additionally, there are some great savings on vegan “junk foods” like Oreos and I Heart Quinoa puffs.

Check out the following vegan-friendly savings to help you save more cash while you’re out shopping this week.

Happy shopping!

Jocelyn

PS, for those of you new to my blog, check out my top ways to save and other recent savings posts. Continue reading “Coupon Alert: Produce, Sweet Earth, Oreos, and much more!”

Traditional, but vegan, Pizzelles

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FullSizeRender_5You may have guessed that my kitchen is rather small based on my photos and crafty use of angles. That means I am a strong advocate against kitchen appliances that are single use. I can justify a Vitamix Blender because I use it all the time – for soups, for chopping nuts, for baking, etc. However, I do not own a toaster because all it does is toast, and I can do that on my 2-Burner Reversible Griddle. (Side note, at first I was deeply opposed to getting a griddle, but I have to say, we use it all the time. I love it! It makes sautéing veggies a breeze, and is perfect for grilling sandwiches, too).

Well, all that didn’t stop me from finally cracking and purchasing my very own pizzelle iron, specifically the Cuisinart WM-PZ2 Pizzelle Press (which I highly recommend! It’s non-stick, works well, and is cost effective!).

I come from an Italian family so when I think about cookies that are a staple at every wedding, holiday event, graduation party, etc., I think of the pizzelle. I can still smell the anise oil cooking out of the pizzelles at my grandma’s house. Continue reading “Traditional, but vegan, Pizzelles”