Shepherd’s pie is definitely a childhood favourite, and a perfect comfort food meal for those colder days that just started. Although I liked the traditional corn-meat-potato mix as a child, I have been loving experimenting with different veggie fillings for vegan versions of the classic. As long as there are mashed potatoes on top, I am happy! This shepherd’s pie is far the classic, with
Melon-Matcha Green Smoothie -& Kiss Me Organics Matcha Review
I was quite excited to get a bag of Kiss Me Organics matcha to review because, well… I love matcha! My favorite way to enjoy matcha is in a latte, although I also like it just whisked in hot water. I also love using it in recipes, such as smoothies, cakes and other treats. However, I often shy away from using it in my baked goods
4th Blogiversary! – Chocolate Hazelnut Cupcakes
I created Sweet Salty Spicy FOUR years ago (!) on August 13, 2010. Time passes by so quickly! I actually mark the date every year and plan a recipe especially for that date. For the past three years, those recipes were quite delicious: Strawberry Jello Almond Cupcakes with Banana Pudding Frosting Birthday Cake Granola No-Bake Raspberry and Hazelnut Cheesecake This year, I totally forgot not
Cranberry-Orange Granola (vegan & gluten-free)
Before making granola for the first time, I thought it was hard and long to make. Then I made it once, and realized it is soooo quick and easy! Since then, I developed a love for making granola and creating new flavors. This is my fifteenth granola recipe! Crazy! I actually created this recipe during the holidays because I wanted something christmasy and I thought
Mango & Coconut Banana Bread
I love making banana bread. It is so easy to make and delicious, and you can change your add ins to make any flavor you want. One time I decided to add some dried mango and it was so delicious, I had to make it into a real recipe. It was on my to-do recipe list for a while and when a potluck meeting came