White Cheddar Cheeze-Chive Soup.

There's something absolutely irresistible about a thick and creamy, "cheesy" soup...I think for many people, cheese is the ultimate comfort food. And when it's made into a warm and comforting soup? Well, then...I'll be right over :)
This White Cheddar Cheeze-Chive Soup is so simple to whip up and perfect for any time of year. Add some toast and seasonal veggies on the side, and you've got yourself a yummy dinner (or lunch! Yep, it's that fast to make!). Enjoy...and be sure to let me know what you think by posting your comments! :) I'd love to know what you served with your soup and how you liked it!

White Cheddar Cheeze-Chive Soup.

So  thick and creamy!

White Cheddar Cheeze-Chive Soup. Vegan, Gluten-free. Serves one (can easily be doubled or tripled to serve additional people).

Ingredients
1. One large white sweet potato, steamed
2. 3 T nutritional yeast flakes
3. 1/4 tsp onion powder
4. Salt and black pepper, to taste
5. 1 T dijon mustard
6. 1 cup unsweetened cashew milk
7. 1/2 tso freeze-dried chives, for garnish

Method
1. Peel sweet potato and combine in Vitamix or high speed blender with all ingredients except chives. Blend low to high until super smooth.
2. Pour into small soup pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook 5-7 minutes.
3. Pour into a bowl and garnish with chives. Serve warm.

Summer Tomato Dijon Spaghetti with Fresh Mint.

Summer is officially here, people. The temps have hit the upper 90s here in Delaware this week, and let me tell you all: I COULD NOT BE HAPPIER! Summer, to me, signifies so many things...family, fun, freedom, happiness, and last but NOT least, fresh, delicious summer produce! The lovely Roma tomato is the star of this show, dressed with a nice tangy Dijon Vinagrette and garnished with fresh mint. This quickie dinner can easily be whipped up in less than 15 minutes, which officially makes it another of my "Dinn in 10" recipes! Enjoy, guys! 

Summer Tomato and Dijon Spaghetti with Fresh Mint. 

Sweet tomatoes, tangy Dijon, refreshing spearmint...what could be better?!

Summer Tomato Dijon Spaghetti with Fresh Mint. Vegan, Gluten-free. Serves one. 

Ingredients

1. One serving spaghetti noodles of choice, cooked according to package instructions and set aside. 

2. 2 T Dijon mustard

3. Pinch stevia 

4. 1-1/2 T water

5. One large Roma tomato, chopped 

6. 2 fresh spearmint leaves, chopped

Method

1. In a medium size bowl, combine prepared noodles and Roma tomato. 

2. In a small bowl, whisk Dijon, stevia, and water. Pour over pasta mixture. 

3. Serve into a small bowl and top with mint. Easy as pie! (But so much tastier and better for you!)