Corn casserole is a dish that is as easy to put together as a boxed cake mix is to transform into a cake – it’s a one-bowl sensation that takes minutes to prepare! Even so, the ingredients list is not exactly the most redeeming and could use a makeover. Traditionally, cornbread mix is folded into butter, sugar, eggs, sour cream, milk, and cream-style corn, and the result isn’t something that is doing your body any favors.

In this fluffy vegan cornbread casserole recipe, we not only nix the animal products but also embrace healthier versions of the refined sugar and flour. Cornmeal and spelt flour are supported by the sweetness of applesauce and the creaminess of vegan butter and nut milk. Baked to a warm, fluffy finish, the casserole tastes nothing like compromise and everything like the real deal.

What You’ll Need

The ingredients are pretty straightforward and not hard to find. When it comes to the almond milk, I strongly suggest making your own to avoid the sneaky sugar, stabilizer, and preservative add-ins.

Meanwhile, it’s important to note how you can turn this recipe gluten-free. Corn is naturally gluten-free, but the spelt flour and baking powder are not. To go gluten-free with this recipe, replace the spelt flour with oat flour or with a store-bought gluten-free flour mix. For the baking powder, all you have to do is replace the three teaspoons called for in the recipe with two teaspoons of cream of tartar and one teaspoon of baking soda.

Vegan Corn Casserole Recipe

Serves 8

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
• 1 cup spelt flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups almond milk
• 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/3 cup vegan butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels
• 4 scallions, finely chopped

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

In a bowl, mix together the cornmeal, spelt flour, baking soda, and salt. Fold in the nut milk, applesauce, melted vegan butter, and maple syrup. Once well combined, stir in the frozen corn kernels and scallion. Stir until just combined and then transfer the mixture to a lightly greased casserole dish.

Pop the casserole dish into the oven and bake for about 45 to 55 minutes, or until the cornbread casserole is tender throughout and has a golden brown glow.

Serve while it is still warm to enjoy the casserole at its fluffiest. Once it cools, it will have a bread-like consistency.

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As if you needed yet another reason to disconnect, here it comes: technology is harming your skin. It turns out blue light, electromagnetic fields, and the simple posture and facial movements required during screen time does more than just expose you to radiation but actually starts to etch at your vibrant and beautiful complexion. Here are five ways tech is getting into and under your skin.

1. Tech Neck

Experts have been using the term “tech neck” to refer to the drooping jowls, sagging skin, wrinkles, and a crease above the clavicle bone that result from the act of constantly checking our phones. Every time you look down at your phone, you are essentially doubling down on the effects of gravity on your lower face, throat, and neck. The squinting doesn’t help either, as it can lead to crow’s feet. Dermatologists are witnessing the usually age-related symptoms of “tech neck” in people as young as 18 years old!

Try holding your devices at eye level to avoid tech neck. Meanwhile, enlarge the font on your phone so you don’t have to squint to read.

2. Blue Light

The blue light on your phone and computer can affect your ability to fall asleep, but it is actually doing more than just that! This high-energy visible (HEV) light penetrates your skin deeper than UV rays do and ultimately affects your DNA. This can lead to premature aging. To avoid this, search for a moisturizer that specifically protects against HEV light.

3. Electromagnetic Fields

Your tech devices also emit an electronic magnetic field (EMF) that damage skin cells. The skin absorbs these frequencies and is compromised because of it. The best way to offset this is to regularly detoxify your skin with at-home or spa facials that go deep, accessing the recesses of your skin’s layers that EMF (unfortunately) so effectively does.

4. Allergies

According to one study, nickel and chromium in cell phone casings can cause an allergic skin reaction for some people and some 10% of children. Be sure to purchase a protective plastic cover and use a headset or speakerphone when possible.

5. Acne

Your cell phone contains 10-times more bacteria than a toilet seat. Unfortunately, these bacteria can easily transfer to your face, either when you are holding your cell phone to your face, or from your fingers, which go from swiping and clicking the screen to touching and rubbing your face. To remedy this, disinfect your screen often!

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My latest culinary love affair: Blue Majik. The blue-green algae type is a lot like the spirulina we are used to, except it’s tropical blue. We needed a shake up and we got it. In this cheesecake recipe, the blue variety of spirulina not only excites the senses with its baby blue color but also adds incredible nutritional benefits (that are clinically proven!).

What is Blue Majik?

Blue Majik refers to the company E3Live’s branded version of the spirulina extract, but the name has stuck. It is a proprietary extract of the blue-green algae Arthrospira platensis (the green species of spirulina is called Arthrospira maxima).

Like other types of blue-green algae, Blue Majik is chock-full of nutrition. It contains protein, B vitamins including B12, phytonutrients, vitamin E, zinc, copper, manganese, iron, selenium, and gamma-linolenic acid, a type of essential omega-6 fatty acid.

Unlike standard spirulina, it contains both phycocyanin and non-phycocyanin compounds, lending to its uniqueness. According to E3Live, phycocyanin is “clinically shown to relieve physical discomfort, which means consumers feel better, can do more activity, and enjoy an overall better quality of life.”

If I can get all these benefits from a cheesecake, count me in!

What You’ll Need

This Blue Majik cheesecake is easy to put together. Because it is raw, you don’t need to bake it. All you need is a high-speed blender and about 20 minutes of your precious time.

Besides the Blue Majik itself, there are no other evasive ingredients, just highly nutritious ones. Instead of refined sugar, white flour, eggs, butter, and cream, this cheesecake is vegan, derives sweetness from coconut sugar and maple syrup, and gets its density from macadamia nuts, almond flour, and coconut oil!

Blue Majik Cheesecake

Serves 8-10

Ingredients

For the crust

• 1 cup macadamia nuts
• 1/3 cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons coconut palm sugar
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• Pinch of sea salt
• 1 tablespoon nut butter
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

For the filling

• 2 cups cashews, soaked in water overnight
• 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut palm sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt
• ½ cup coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon E3Life Blue Majik spirulina powder

Directions

Line a rectangular or square baking tin with parchment paper.

For the crust, add all of the ingredients into a food processor and blend until the mixture beings to clump together. Transfer the mixture to the tin and press the crust evenly across the bottom. Place the tin in the refrigerator to cool while you prepare the cheesecake filling.

For the filling, melt the coconut oil, maple syrup, and coconut sugar together in a double broiler. Stir until evenly combined and fully melted. Set aside.

Drain and rinse the cashews and add them into the food processor with the remaining ingredients. Pour in the heated mixture. Blend until smooth.

Pour the blue cheesecake mixture over the cheesecake crust and use a spatula to spread the filling evenly across the surface.

Place the cheesecake into the freezer until it has lightly hardened. Remove the cheesecake, slice it, and garnish each slice with dried coconut and fresh berries!

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Indulge in this deliciously simple and oh-so-comforting carrot souffle recipe.

In a season of all things orange, it’s only natural to keep up with the autumn theme. This carrot souffle recipe is as easy and straightforward as it gets. It makes good use of root vegetables and complements their inherent earthiness with creamy textures and spicy overtones.

The stars of the show are the carrots and parsnips, so in order to truly enjoy this dish, it’s important to source your vegetables from the purest and most honest place possible – think: organic and local. I oftentimes find conventional, non-local carrots to taste super bland. It didn’t bother me until I started getting my carrots from a local farm, and the taste was so different, I couldn’t go back to my old produce-purchasing ways. This rule goes for all the ingredients in this carrot souffle recipe’s list. Use organic milk from grass-fed cows, a grass-fed raw goat variety of cheddar cheese, and pasture eggs. The dish tastes that much better when you know you’ve put in extra thought and intention into it.

Carrot Souffle Recipe

Serves 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound carrots, sliced into ½-inch rounds
• 1 pound parsnips, sliced into ½-inch rounds
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup gluten-free cracker crumbs
• ¾ cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 medium onion, minced
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 3 large eggs

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter. Set aside.

In a saucepan over high heat, add carrots, parsnips, and water that rises an inch up the side of the pan. Add one teaspoon of salt and stir. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Let simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the carrots and parsnips are tender. Strain the mixture and transfer the carrots and parsnips to a food processor or high-speed blender. Blend until smooth.

Transfer the carrot and parsnip puree to a bowl. Slowly whisk in the milk. Fold in the cracker crumbs, grated cheese, onion, butter, remaining salt, cayenne, cinnamon, and black pepper.

In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Once frothy, fold them into the carrot and parsnip puree. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish. Use a spatula to spread the top of the souffle evenly before popping the baking dish into the oven. Bake for 40-45 minutes until lightly golden.

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When you go to the gym, you expect to burn some calories, get lean, and build muscle. But what if you could do so much more than just get closer to achieving your fitness goals – what if you could help save the planet while trying to get fit, too?! Human-powered gyms are popping up all over the world and aim to do their part in reducing their carbon emissions.

What is a Human-Powered Gym?

A human-powered gym relies on specially configured exercise equipment that capture energy people create while getting fit – pedaling, running, crunching, and so on. This energy is converted into electricity and channeled into power outlets and voilà!: a human-powered gym.

People exercising can now reach their fitness goals while doing something positive for the environment. Win, Win.

Where Are They?

Partially and fully human-powered gyms are popping up everywhere, but it will still take time for the concept and technology to take hold.

California Fitness in Hong Kong is perhaps the first to mainstream the human-powered gym concept. Since 2007, it has integrated “Powered by YOU” cross-trainer machines and stair steppers into its locations. These machines connect to individual light fixtures and batteries. When a person begins to exercise on these machines, electrical energy is captured and diverted to the light fixture above the machine. Any additional energy created is stored in a battery.

In Portland, Oregon, Green Microgym is a pioneer in the USA’s human-powered gym segment. The gym uses about 85% less electricity and has a carbon footprint that is only 10% of that of a traditional gym. Each member can expect to save about one-fourth of a ton of carbon by working out at Green Microgym than they would at any other regular gym.

In England, The Great Outdoor Gym Company has launched four outdoor gym pieces that offer a cardiac workout and generate electricity at the same time. You can get fit while you charge your phone, iPad, or other devices.

ReRev is a Florida-based company that retrofits cardio equipment to reroute the energy they emit as a heat by-product. Instead, this energy is delivered to a central processing unit that converts the human power to utility grade electricity. A regularly used elliptical machine can generate about one kilowatt-hour of electricity every two days. That is enough to power a laptop for 24 hours or use a vacuum cleaner for 45 minutes. ReRev has been retrofitting machines at university campus gyms across the country. Such universities include Drexel, Howard, James Madison, Texas State, and Oregon State.

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The age-old saying “beauty is pain” entails that beauty comes at a high cost – and a painful one at that. While I vehemently disagree with this adage, the re-emergence of the popularity of the derma-roller begs to differ. This needle-lined device lightly pricks the skin as it glides across the face, promising to leave that ever-so-evasive glow in its path.

To be fair, the derma-roller isn’t so painful that it should scare you. In fact, you can use it at home, without assistance, and witness incredible results. It’s effective, even if it pinches a bit.

What’s a Derma-Roller?

The benefits of the derma roller are two-fold: improve the appearance of the skin and, due to penetration of the needles, better absorb active ingredients from topical skincare treatments.

A derma-roller is a device that is equipped with hundreds of tiny needles. When rolled across the skin, a derma-roller creates micro-wounds on the skin. These punctures are what stimulate the skin to repair itself by creating new collagen and regenerating cells. Collagen and elastin are produced on overdrive to heal the wounds and, ultimately, leave your complexion tighter and plumper than it was before. For aging skin, the derma-roller is praised for its ability to fill in fine lines and wrinkles as well as to thicken and plump under-eye skin.

Essentially, the derma-roller is an at-home version of micro-needling, which is a medical procedure that is widely used to improve the complexion, but always in the presence of a trained medical professional. Unlike a more intense, in-office treatment used by dermatologists, such as the derma-pen (electronic micro-needling device that oscillates as it punctures the skin), the derma-roller is affordable and can be used in the comfort of your own home and, thankfully, with a lower pain threshold.

Does it Work?

Micro-needling is a dermatological skin rejuvenation therapy that has been proven to be a simple, safe, effective, and minimally invasive therapeutic technique. The derma-roller is a softened version of micro-needling. It is commonly used to treat acne scars, acne, burn scars, alopecia, stretch marks, crow’s feet, sun damage, rough skin texture, hair loss, wrinkles, and fine lines.

How to Use It

To begin, it is important to address that the efficacy (and potential danger) lies in the size of the needle. The size of the needle depends on what your goals are.

If you simply want to increase skincare product absorption, opt for a 0.25 mm needle, using it every other day. No bleeding or irritation will occur.

If you are looking to treat shallow wrinkles, scars, UV damage, andhyperpigmentationn, use a 0.5 mm needle, but only once every two weeks or month.

A 0.75 mm to 1.0 mm needle thickness is the most effective for all skin conditions, but derma-rollers with such needle thickness ranges will be painful and cause bleeding. You will have to allow at least one week for your skin to heal before seeing results. Skin redness, dryness, and peeling are common. Use these size needles on your derma-roller only once every six weeks! You should only use the derma-roller on skin that is healed and free of any irritation from pervious derma-rolling treatments.

Once you have nailed down the thickness of the needle down, it’s time to cleanse and disinfect the skin and then use the derma-roller! The best step-by-step guide I found was on YouTube, presented by a certified esthetician Gin Amber.

The Takeway

The derma-roller can indeed have an impact on your complexion. However, misuse of the derma-roller can lead to irritation or even infection.

To play it safe and still benefit from the derma-roller, purchase one with 0.25 mm and/or 0.5 mm needle thickness. Graduate to thicker needles once you’ve mastered the craft on yourself and seek deeper results.

Purchase your derma-roller wisely and get rollin’!

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Feast on this vegan Caesar salad recipe and forget that you’re filling up on greens. It’s that delicious!

It’s hard enough to get your family (and yourself) to eat enough greens, so why go the extra healthy mile by compromising on the most delicious part, aka the dressing? This recipe for a vegan Caesar salad doesn’t cut corners in the name of health – it magnifies them in the name of flavor. The modifications just happen to be healthier.

In a regular Caesar salad, there are Parmesan cheese and croutons atop romaine lettuce, which is then dressed with an egg, oil, and anchovy mixture — the traditional Caesar salad dressing. Often, chicken is part of the mix (fyi: this recipe doesn’t try to replace the chicken – it just nixes it altogether).

If you’re using a store-bought creamy Caesar salad dressing, the ingredients list is a lot more suspect, with add-ins such as soy, sugar, sodium lactate, phosphoric acid, whey, and preservatives.

The truth is, you don’t need dairy to accomplish a creamy texture and thick, filling dressing consistency. In fact, you only need some tried-and-true plant-based ingredients to get the job done. As for the other Caesar salad features, consider those open for variation.

Vegan Caesar Salad Recipe

Serves 6

Ingredients

• 2 heads romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried, and chopped
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons ground almonds
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• Optional: Gluten-free croutons
• Optional: Daiya Mozzarella Style Shreds

Directions

In a blender, add the mustard, nutritional yeast, ground almonds, garlic cloves, water, lemon juice, soy sauce, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and white pepper and blend for another few seconds.

In a large bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce and drizzle it with the Caesar salad dressing. Add in the croutons and Daiya mozzarella cheese shreds. Use tongs to toss and fold the salad together so that all of the romaine leaves are evenly coated with the dressing.

Serve and enjoy!

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The following five clean beauty trends are starting off strong going into 2018 and are worth your attention. Make them part of your regular beauty routine to always put your best face forward.

5 Clean Beauty Trends of 2018

1. Anti-Pollution Skincare

We all know pollution is bad for our health, but it also can be hazardous to our skin. In a 2013 study, it was found that the sun’s UV rays are responsible for some 80% of visible facial ageing signs, including wrinkles, hyper-pigmentation, and loss in skin elasticity. Another study conducted in Germany and China showed how increased air pollution lead to brown spots on the skin. Air pollutants such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, volatile organic compounds, oxides, particulate matter, ozone, and cigarette smoke are just a few of the many agents that have negative effects on the skin.

It’s no wonder then that anti-pollution skincare is increasing in popularity around the world. In the UK, the anti-pollution skincare market grew by 30% in just six months, with cleansers, face masks, and SPF-based products leading the charge.

Some standout products include Kiehl’s Cilantro & Orange Extract Pollutant Defending Masque, Clinque’s City Block Sheer Oil-Free Daily Face Protector, Dr. Andrew Weil’s Mega-Bright Dark Spot Correcting Serum, and REN’s Flash Defence Anti-Pollution Mist.

2. Oil Cleansers

Oils aren’t just for moisturizing. In fact, they can be used to cleanse the skin as well. How do they work? When massaged into the skin, oils in a cleanser bind to surface dirt and grime and enable them to be comfortably rinsed away, leaving behind skin that is clean, soft, and hydrated.

For those of us with particularly dry skin, oil cleanses make for a gentle and less harsh, moisture-stripping alternative to regular soaps. Great options: Tata Harper’s Nourishing Oil Cleanser, Mahalo’s UNVEIL Cleanse Melt Concentrate, May Lindstrom’s Pendulum Potion, and Cocokind’s Facial Cleansing Oil.

3. Crystal-Infused Skincare Products

The year 2017 saw an upsurge in the popularity of healing crystals, and 2018 won’t let up. One of the more unique ways in which crystals are being integrated into daily wellness routines is for beauty purposes.

Idil Pekar’s Hungarian Thermal Water Tonik is made with clear crystal quartz; Dr. Brandt’s Ruby Retinol Hydracrème is infused with a ruby crystal complex; Nails Inc’s The Mindful Manicure range of nail polishes contains flecks of rose quartz, tourmaline, and citrine for love and good vibes; Glossier’s Haloscope highlighters are enhanced with real Rose Quartz or Golden Topaz; Själ’s Kashmir Saphir Perfecting Mask contains blue copper, blue sapphire, and blue lotus for restorative, firming, and regenerative benefits.

4. Bright Eye Shadows

Here’s a fun trend that you don’t have to resort to toxic beauty products to indulge in. Achieve a statement look with Alima Pure, Lily Lolo, and Ecco Bella!

5. Jade Facial Rollers

Jade rollers are handheld massaging tools that are made with one or two naturally cold jade stone heads that, when rolled across the face, allegedly boost blood circulation, decrease under-eye swelling, and help the skin to absorb beauty products better. Try one for around $25.

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There are few meals that capture comfort quite like meatloaf does. However, the traditional sit-down family meal centerpiece is anything but animal-friendly. It’s based in meat, after all. While it may be difficult to capture the exact meatloaf experience with animal-friendly ingredients, the following vegan lentil loaf recipe sure comes close. The experience is just the same – each bite is warm, rich, filling, and full of flavor. You and your family will walk away completely satisfied, and healthier because of it!

What You’ll Need

There are no enigmatic ingredients in this lentil loaf recipe. All of the ingredients are straightforward and what you’d likely find in a traditional meatloaf recipe. Instead of eggs and meat, however, the recipe calls for flax “eggs” and a lentil, walnut, and almond “meat”.

The apple glaze is essentially a homemade version of refined sugar-free ketchup that is sweetened with some maple syrup and apple butter for a hint of seasonal charm.

Together, the loaf and the glaze make for the perfect winter meal. Enjoy!

Vegan Lentil Loaf Recipe

Makes one loaf

Ingredients

For the loaf

• 1 cup dry green lentils
• 3 tablespoons flax meal + 9 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large white onions, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 small crisp, red apple, peeled and diced
• 1/3 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup almond meal
• 1/2 cup oat flour
• 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the apple glaze

• 1 cup tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Pinch of ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons apple butter (or unsweetened applesauce)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Rinse the lentils and then transfer them to a pot with three cups of water. Bring the water to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer. Let simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently. After the lentils have soaked up the water, use a spatula to mash them so that they make a thick, rough paste.

In a small bowl, whisk together the flax meal and water. Set aside for five minutes prior to using.

In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add in the olive oil, garlic, and onion. Stir while cooking. Once the onion begins to turn translucent after a few minutes, stir in the celery, carrot, apple, and raisins. Cook for another five to 10 minutes and then transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Fold in the remaining loaf ingredients and mix until well combined.

Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and firmly press the loaf mixture into the pan. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk together all of the apple glaze ingredients together until smooth. Spread about half of the apple glaze mixture across the top of the loaf, reserving the rest of the mixture for topping later.

Pop the loaf into the oven and cook for 40 to 45 minutes or until lightly browned and firm. Let the loaf sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving, with the extra sauce being used as a topping.

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This vegan caramel apple cream cheese spread will bring delicious substance to your party platter and can be prepared in minutes!

If you’re looking for an easy and flavorful vegan, refined sugar-free dessert appetizer at your holiday party, look no further than this caramel apple cheese spread recipe. It requires only a few ingredients and a hungry crowd to please.

What You’ll Need

Even though traditional caramel sauce is quite easy to make, it can be quite dangerous if you aren’t melting the sugar with caution. To avoid this step and to avoid the refined sugar inherent in regular caramel sauce, this recipe involves a homemade vegan caramel sauce based in coconut milk and dates.

Other than the caramel sauce, the only other ingredients you need are cream cheese and sliced apples for serving and dipping! You can find vegan cream cheese at health food stores – Kite Hill, Daiya, Tofutti, and Follow Your Heart make delicious versions. However, if you want to make your own vegan cream cheese, the recipe is below! The cream cheese recipe is easy to make, but it does require some forethought (about two days) and preparation (if you choose to go that route).

Vegan Caramel Apple Cream Cheese Spread

Serves four to six

Ingredients

• Homemade caramel sauce
• 1 1/2 cups raw cashews, soaked in water overnight
• 2 tablespoons raw apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Drain and rinse the cashews and place them in a food processor or high-speed blender. Add in the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and water. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy – about two minutes.

Spoon the mixture into cheese cloth and hang the cheesecloth with the cashew cream “cheese” so that is elevated above a bowl or pitcher that collects the moisture that drips from the cheese. Let the cheese sit in a warm place for 24 hours.

After 24 hours, transfer the cheese to a serving plate, shape it into a flattened ball, and then spread the caramel sauce all over its surface area. Feel free to add any chopped nuts or dried fruit atop the caramel sauce to add more texture and color.

Place the sliced apples around the cream cheese spread and serve! Enjoy!

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