NUMBER 1: THE BEST GLUTEN-FREE PIZZA
more than anything, it makes me so overwhelmingly happy to see when a reader makes one of my recipes. and while this recipe was a big hit with pinterest, that alone doesn’t let you in on whether actual humans are making your recipes (which is the whole point here). so many of you tagged me in your making of this recipe, and actually made it for christmas eve dinner which touched me so deeply. frank and i love this dough, and we’re so glad it now lives in the home of so many as well :)
NUMER 2: CREAMY (VEGAN) TOMATO SAUCE
this year, between the pizza dough recipe, and this creamy tomato sauce, i’ve come to realize you all love your cozy italian food! so do it, friends :) . italian food runs deep in my blood, and for a really long time, was pretty much the only food i ate. the base of this sauce is a riff off of my grandma’s sauce. it’s the only recipe of hers that i have, and i treasure it. we add some soaked cashew puree to it, making it oh so creamy. ❤️
NUMBER 3: SWEET & SPICY CAULIFLOWER-AVOCADO CUPS
i loved this recipe so much, so i’m super excited it came in at #3. it’s simple functional, and over-the-top tasty. easy for lunch on the go, or an easy make-ahead dinner (head to the post for my tips). this is a great new year recipe if you’re looking to get back to basics.
NUMBER 4: PUMPKIN SEED MILK LATTE
so many of people from the D&O instagram community made this recipe and it warmed my heart. drink recipes tend to not get so much feedback, so this was a pleasant surprise. it’s a great seasonal nut milk for the fall and winter (all those pumpkins!), but it can certainly find its way into your spring and summer kitchens and refrigerators as well. it’s a super smooth, and creamy milk - great for tea lattes, morning coffee, granola, muesli, etc., etc!
NUMER 5: SUNFLOWER SEED HUMMUS
hummus is another food that runs deep in my veins. while this is certainly not your typical hummus - it contains only soaked sunflower seeds and tahini (no chickpeas), you all still loved it. you could classify this as a keto-friendly hummus which is great, but it’s just plain delicious specifically for those of whom can’t really digest beans all that well (🙋🏻♀️).
NUMBER 6: BREAKFAST FOR DINNER: “CREAM CHEESE” OMELETTES W/ BALSAMIC GREENS
breakfast for dinner is a staple in my house, and i was so happy to learn that it’s a favorite of yours as well! such a simple little recipe of refrigerator and pantry components that come together offering a good amount of protein, healthy fats, and fiber 💪🏼leaving your belly full and happy!
NUMBER 7: VEGAN SPRING ONION DIP
i was so excited to hear feedback on this recipe. i know my family and i considered this dip as the best tasting vegan onion dip, but when a lot of you did as well that was the icing on the cake. serve it alongside chips, crackers, crudite - you cant’ go wrong.
NUMBER 8: CREAMY BROCCOLI CHOP
back at the beginning of 2018 i asked for aome feedback from you all, and a lot of you said “please, less salad recipes!”. i listened, but i think i ran in a leaf-less salad direction (i seem to have made quite a few of them in 2018, sorry!), and some of you ran with me! yay!
NUMBER 9: DIY EVERYTHING BAGEL SEASONING
ok, ok. so this isn’t exactly a recipe. it’s more like ratios of dried garlic and onion, seeds, and salt; and a some basic instructions. but! at the end of it you have yourself some hella good seasoning to sprinkle to your little heart’s content. i personally love it over ripe avocado slices, avo toast, sprinkled on salads, to garnish dips.
NUMBER 10: CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE BARS
i was starting to worry i didn’t do my job in sharing enough sweet treats with you this year. but coming in at #10 is one of the most recent recipes from the blog, and they couldn’t be yummier. little cookie squares, and just for kicks we add chocolate to the outside (because who doesn’t love chocolate puddles). so stinkin’ happy this recipe found a place in your ovens :)