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1. The molasses addiction is going strong, fam! But at least it hit during a time where it’s 100% appropriate to bake copious amounts of gingerbread cookies. The only thing is that I think the last recipe I used called for a little too much sugar, because not only were the cookies a little sweeter than I’d like them to be, but they were also… tough. Like “melted sugar hardening and becoming sticky and chewy” tough. Tasty if you don’t mind the jaw workout, but not really what I had in mind when I read “soft and chewy gingerbread cookies.” They look pretty, though!
2. And in other addiction news, I randomly dipped into a jar of nutritional yeast a few days ago and haven’t been able to stop myself from adding it to everything. Roasted veggies, soups, stews, sandwiches, soups, salads, pastas… have I mentioned soups? I just love the little kick of flavour it adds, and the boost of vitamin B12 is pretty awesome too.
3. Oh, and have I mentioned how awesome it is in a vegan cheezy sauce? Because while it may not be an exact dupe for KD Mac & Cheese, it’s pretty freaking amazing in its own right. And it makes a great substitute for those of us who try to avoid dairy for health reasons (hands have remained clear of eczema for almost 2 years now… WOO!)
4. So my parents put up about 5 Christmas trees, and they have this little one in the kitchen that they call the “family tree” because it’s where we put up all our fun toy ornaments that don’t really fit the theme of the big main tree. So many good memories here…
5. And this little girl is one of my favourites
6. Also… remember how I said we were going to see The Nutcracker ballet? I’m just going to go ahead and say that I’m not a ballet person and leave it at that.
7. And completely unrelated to food or Christmas… I did a thing! After I-don’t-even-wanna-think-about-how-long, I finally washed my makeup brushes. It only triggers me a little bit that they won’t stay clean for more than a day…
8. Happy Thursday, friendly faces! I hope you’re having an awesome day 🙂
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I need to remember to use my nutritional yeast more often! I always forget it’s in the pantry and it really is so tasty and good for you!
That Christmas tree is so cute 😉 I love all the cute little ornaments.
I really want to switch over to doing vegan mac and cheese at our house and eventually incorporating nutritional yeast…..but it’s kind of a scary (and somewhat costly) venture sometimes to make these changes. I have two little kids. Have you tried the new Annie’s brand Vegan Mac and Cheese? I like to make things from scratch, but always willing to try pre-made first to get an idea of what to expect…..thoughts on any boxed varieties?
I just want all the cookies, all the time.
That’s totally sweet how your parents put up 5 Christmas trees; that’s such a festive spirit for such a joyous time. 🙂 I’m thankful that Jesus made the reason for us to celebrate.
I really need to stop procrastinating on the gingerbread baking and get some molasses. I’ve seen so many yummy gingerbread cookies; I think it’s time. 🙂
And I didn’t know B12 comes from nutritional yeast! My mom just got some B12 yesterday to take to help with energy, now I want to go get some ‘nooch’ for B12.
All this food is making me hungry! Especially the cookies. Yum!!
You reminded me with your molasses addiction that I want to make a gingerbread smoothie. Maybe this weekend! 🙂
Not a ballet person? Ahh you’re breaking my heart. I did ballet for like half my life and I love it so much! I’m actually really bummed because the place showing Nutcracker near me sold out this year 🙁
I’m obsessed with the nooch as well. It’s so addictive!
I go through phases with nutritional yeast. It is so good, but I forget about it. Then when I finally remember, I use it in everything!
We have a family tree as well. It’s filled with ornaments from our childhood, trips, special memories and now our children’s ornaments.
I’ve been re-obsessed with nutritional yeast too, lately. It’s SO good on soups.