I do not believe in diets, I believe in lifestyles. I believe that it is important to find eating and wellness habits that can fit into your life in a manageable and fun way. Together we can achieve your health goals.
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Gourmet plant-based chef in your home.
I am available to you and your family for special events or on a weekly basis.
Why me?
I am a certified holistic health coach and a certified professional chef. I specialize in helping individuals who are interested in going plant-base or gluten-free, or both. I understand the daunting task of undertaking a new lifestyle.
Stuffed Acorn Squash Wild rice stuffed acorn squash with chickpeas, pipitas, and pomegranate seeds. Perfect…
Laura The ChefNovember 11, 2020
Curry Butternut Squash Soup Soup2 tablespoons olive oil1 small yellow onion (diced)4 carrots (peeled and…
Laura The ChefOctober 13, 2020
Tomato Pie (GF, DF, V*) A savory summer tomato pie with a gluten-free cornmeal crust…
Laura The ChefSeptember 21, 2020
Lavender Apricot Tart Inspired by my friend Eloise, who would spend her summers in France.…
Laura The ChefJune 1, 2020
Asparagus Quiche Made with Wholly Wholesome pie crust, this asparagus quiche is perfect for any…
Laura The ChefMay 22, 2020
Coconut Milk Salmon and Rice A fresh seared salmon in a coconut-lime broth over brown…
Laura The ChefMay 21, 2020
White Bean Shaksuka Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner, this tomato shaksuka with white beans…
Laura The ChefMay 16, 2020
Crab Cake Salad Gluten-free, baked crab cake salad. A healthier take on the traditional recipe.…
Laura The ChefMay 14, 2020
Black Bean Burgers and Sweet Potato Fries Vegetarian and gluten-free quinoa-black bean burgers. These can…
Laura The ChefMay 9, 2020
Sweet Potato Power Bowls Vegan power bowls with quinoa, sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and a tahini…
Laura The ChefMay 4, 2020
Cauliflower Walnut Taco Salad Healthy vegan taco salad with avocado cream Cauliflower-Walnut Taco ‘Meat’:1 cup…
Laura The ChefApril 30, 2020
Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta 12 ounces gluten-free spaghetti pasta (I like Jovial Brand)2 tablespoons extra…
Laura The ChefApril 22, 2020
Sweet Potato Pad Thai Pad Thai4 cups spiralized sweet potatoes ((and/or zuchinni noodles or rice…
Laura The ChefApril 21, 2020
Blackened Salmon Tacos Cabbage Slaw1 cloves garlic (minced)1/2 teaspoon ground cumin2 teaspoon honey2 tablespoons olive…
Laura The ChefApril 15, 2020
Blueberry Pie Easy vegan blueberry pie using Wholly Wholesome Pie Crust. 1 Wholly Wholesome Pie…
Laura The ChefJanuary 23, 2020
Hot Smoked Salmon This hot smoked salmon can be done on a charcoal or gas…
Laura The ChefDecember 30, 2019
Maysville Transparent Pie This Maysville tradition is in the form of a sweet custard pie,…
Laura The ChefDecember 23, 2019
Pumpkin Bread Delicious gluten-free and dairy-free pumpkin bread topped with a sweet coconut butter frosting…
Laura The ChefNovember 22, 2019
Marshmallow Sweet Potato Bites These vegan & gluten-free marshmallow and sweet potato bites with pecans…
Laura The ChefNovember 20, 2019
Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili The first time I made this chili for my meat-loving…
Laura The ChefNovember 12, 2019
Chocolate Pumpkin Truffles Celebrate Halloween with these healthy pumpkin truffles coated in chocolate! 1/2 cup…
Laura The ChefOctober 28, 2019
Homemade apple cider Store bought apple cider can be full of preservatives and sugar so…
Laura The ChefOctober 28, 2019
Quail Egg, Pesto and Asparagus Pizza Warm summer nights call for fresh asparagus and pesto…
Laura The ChefJune 28, 2019
Mint Lemonade with Maple Syrup Refreshing mint lemonade with natural sweetener. Lemonade3/4 cup lemon juice7…
Laura The ChefJune 18, 2019
Derby Day Chocolate Pecan Truffles (GF, V, P) The first Saturday in May is sacred…
Laura The ChefMay 2, 2019
Cauliflower-Walnut Tacos These vegan tacos add a little fire to the fiesta! Tacos:1 cup raw…
Laura The ChefApril 30, 2019
Red Beet Hummus Delicious tahini beet hummus Ingredients:4 beets (scrubbed)1 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas*2…
Laura The ChefApril 19, 2019
Beet Pickled Deviled Eggs Just in time for Easter. Impress your guests with these beet…
Laura The ChefApril 16, 2019
Beet Ravioli with Cashew Ricotta This "ravioli" uses steamed beets and is filled with creamy…
Laura The ChefApril 9, 2019
Celery Root Lasagna with Cashew Ricotta Celeriac is the edible room of the celery…
Laura The ChefMarch 7, 2019
Raw Brownies with Strawberry Frosting Gluten-free, vegan and paleo brownies with a cashew strawberry…
Laura The ChefFebruary 14, 2019
Paleo Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake Grain-free Chocolate Cake with Strawberry Buttercream Frosting Cake1/2 cup melted…
Laura The ChefFebruary 12, 2019
Rosewater Meringues Show someone you care with these beautiful rosewater rose meringues. 2 large egg…
Laura The ChefFebruary 7, 2019
Buffalo Cauliflower Wings Vegan and gluten-free buffalo cauliflower wings 3/4 cup brown rice flour1 tsp…
Laura The ChefJanuary 31, 2019
Chickpea and Quinoa Power Bowls with Red Pepper Dressing Muhammara is a wonderful Middle…
Laura The ChefJanuary 25, 2019
Sweet Potato Toast (gf, v, p) Gluten-free, vegan, paleo, sweet potato toast 1 medium sweet…
Laura The ChefJanuary 17, 2019
Black Bean and Kale Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Vegan sweet potatoes stuffed with kale and…
Laura The ChefJanuary 10, 2019
Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpea Paella Vegan chickpea paella with roasted cauliflower Paella:2 tablespoons olive oil…
Laura The ChefJanuary 8, 2019
Christmas time is a time for joy and celebration with friends and family. Here is…
Laura The ChefDecember 17, 2018
Apple and Brussels Sprout Salad Shaved Brussels sprouts salad with a red wine vinaigrette. 2…
Laura The ChefDecember 17, 2018
Cauliflower Steak with Pistachio-Mint Pesto Cauliflower Steaks2 heads cauliflower (cut into ½-inch-thick vertical “steaks”)1/4 teaspoon…
Laura The ChefDecember 17, 2018
Spice Meringue Cookies Gluten-free Christmas spice meringue cookies with a vegan option. 2 large…
Laura The ChefDecember 17, 2018
Gluten-Free and Vegan Gingerbread Donuts with Maple Glaze Baked Gluten-Free and Vegan Gingerbread Donuts with…
Laura The ChefDecember 13, 2018
Sweet Potato and Kale Red Curry Sweet and spicy Thai red curry with sweet…
Laura The ChefDecember 6, 2018
It's that time of year when I eat oatmeal on repeat for breakfast every morning.…
Laura The ChefNovember 30, 2018
Happy Thanksgiving! This is my favorite holiday, it is special to my entire family as…
Laura The ChefNovember 15, 2018
Pumpkin Tart with Pecan Crust (gf, v) A wonderful gluten-free and vegan dessert option! CRUST1…
Laura The ChefNovember 15, 2018
Apple and Quinoa Stuffed Delicate Squash (gf, v) These savory stuffed delicata squashes will blow…
Laura The ChefNovember 15, 2018
Cornbread Muffins (v, gf) Wonderful vegan and gluten-free cornbread muffins to accompany any dish! 2…
Laura The ChefNovember 15, 2018
Green Beans with Caramelized Onions and Toasted Almonds (gf, v) Sweet and savory green beans…
Laura The ChefNovember 15, 2018
Golden Raisin Kale Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette Perfect fall kale salad with sweet golden…
Laura The ChefNovember 15, 2018
I have struggled to find perfect gluten-free and vegan muffins. Many times they came out…
Laura The ChefNovember 8, 2018
Rosemary and Sage Salt Wonderful way to preserve all of your herbs for future uses!…
Laura The ChefNovember 7, 2018
The key to a perfect hot sauce is using different types of peppers. More than…
Laura The ChefOctober 28, 2018
Carrot Ginger Dressing 2 medium carrots (peeled and roughly chopped)1- inch piece ginger (peeled…
Laura The ChefSeptember 18, 2018
I know, I know, tofu for a vegan recipe - how original! But, baking the…
Laura The ChefSeptember 18, 2018
Falafel bowls with Quinoa Tabbouleh and a Lemon-Dill Dressing Falafels:1 15-oz can chickpeas1/2 red onion…
Laura The ChefSeptember 17, 2018
Sweet Potato Burrito Bowl Vegan and gluten-free sweet potato, black bean, and pineapple bowls with…
Laura The ChefJune 9, 2020