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Coffee Cashew Smoothie... looks delicious!!

Coffee Cashew Smoothie
The creamy texture in this decadent drink comes courtesy of the cashews, which also add 5 grams of protein to help keep your blood sugar—and hunger—steady, Brazier says.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup cashews, soaked six hours or overnight
1/2 banana, peeled and chopped (frozen optional)
1 tablespoon cacao nibs
1/2 cup Ice
1/4 cup cooled coffee
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 tablespoon coconut sugar (optional)

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Nutrition score per serving: 361 calories, 7.5g protein



http://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/healthy-drinks/6-satisfying-vegan-smoothies?page=7

Baked Vegetable Chips

Ingredients:

Mixed root vegetables, thinly sliced (You may want to peel some vegetables, such as beets, but with most, if you normally like eating the peels, you can leave them on.)
Olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Any herbs you have on hand (optional)

Instructions:

Toss the vegetable slices in the oil and seasonings. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and a single layer of veggie chips. Bake at 275 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes, then flip the slices and bake another 15 minutes. Check the chips every few minutes, until they are crispy but not burnt. Serve warm or cool.



Read more: http://www.motherearthnews.com/relish/baked-vegetable-chips-zb0z1201zalt.aspx#ixzz2HpiplyF7

VEGAN BANANA PANCAKES

1 cup flour
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
dash cinnamon
2/3 cup nondairy milk (I use soy)
1/2 banana, very ripe and mashed
1 teaspoon vanilla