I absolutely LOVE refried beans, but let's face it... what they are usually made up of is not so good for you or your hips. So this past weekend I was craving some good ole refried beans and decided to make a healthier, plant-based friendly version and let me tell you they were Oh So Scrumptious! Perfect recipe for those nights you just don't feel like putting a lot of time or energy into dinner … [Read more...]
Peachy Beet Salad
Growing up I was NOT a fan of the beet (usually served all mushy and pickled at my Grandmother's-- sorry Grandmother, but GAG). I think there are a lot of people who share my beet experience. But over the past year I have had delicious beet salads served at amazing restaurants, have juiced beets for a healthy snack, ate delectable roasted yellow beets made by my friend the chef, and now, I have … [Read more...]
Get Well Soon Soup
The winter means maybe big fresh salads, green juice and smoothies are not what you are craving. Hearty root vegetables, hot soups, and healthy, whole comfort foods are perfect for chilly days, and keep you on your hot and healthy track. I made this soup when I came down with a nasty cold, and I put it in separate jars like I do my smoothies for easy transport during the week! I took shortcuts … [Read more...]
Spiced Pumpkin-Orange Vegan Muffins
Spiced Pumpkin-Orange Muffins Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 35 mins Total time 45 mins Author: Hot Moody Mess Serves: 12 Ingredients Wet ingredients: •1 cup pureed pumpkin •1/2 cup grapeseed oil •1 cup brown sugar, packed •2 tsp vanilla extract •egg replacer to make 2 eggs, made with warm water •zest and juice from 2 large oranges (enough juice to = … [Read more...]
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What The Bleep Do I With Chia Seeds??!!
So many fancy foods--- and so much we don't know about them! Chia seeds are one of those foods friends call me after seeing a post and say, "Okay Tawny, what the eff is a chia seed?" (well, usually that's my mom, and yes she sometimes uses the word "eff".) I think they think I'm a radical freak... maybe they think this is the new legal form of marijuana? So let's just clear this up. The … [Read more...]
Daily MoodLifter: Not to be Negative, but…
What's up all you HOT MOODY MESSES?! Halfway through the week and you haven't had a nervous breakdown yet... congrats! But in all seriousness, we wanna clear up our name: HOT MOODY MESS! At one of our recent Hot and Healthy Workshops, we all went around the room and shared what makes each of us a "hot moody mess". One very positive and brave woman said, "You know, I'm not gonna go there because … [Read more...]
New to the Vegan World? Few tips to help keep you on track and moody-free
So you are new to the vegan world? It can be a little intimidating at first, which in return can make you a Hot Moody Mess. Here are a list of daily habits to help keep you motivated and stay on track when you are first starting out: 1. Take a Vegan Cooking Class Grab your significant other or make it a girls night and attend a vegan cooking class. Great way to learn new ways to use spices, … [Read more...]
Last Week In Instagram
Last Week In Instagram starting from the top left: Tawny's little "Pig Pen" Maddox; Sweet vegan treat from Sprinkles; Red Potatoes and onion chopped and sautéed in safflower oil with sea salt and garlic, yummy side dish Tawny threw together; Jonesy Style: Drawstring Pants with stripes and bold colors. comfy but trendy! Make sure to follow Hot Moody Mess on Instagram for even more photos … [Read more...]
Calling All Pizza Lovers
Tawny and I will admit that we DO NOT like to spend lots of time in the kitchen preparing meals, we are no chefs here, so we tend to keep it really simple in the kitchen but we still like to have great meals that taste amazing. This is one of my personal favorites and it's SO easy....you will not be a Hot Moody Mess making this little vegan pizza, whether you're cooking for one or 4. Vegan Cheese … [Read more...]