Meet adlai : an ancient grain also known as Job’s tears (Coix lacryma-jobi). With its beautiful pearl-like shape, chewy texture, and naturally nutty flavor, adlai is a grain that deserves a place in modern kitchens. Often compared to a combination of rice and barley, this nutrient-dense grain is a delicious way to add variety, plant-based protein, and texture to your favorite meals.

APPLE PIE COOKIES BY FRANCESCA NARDELLI, MYPLANTBASEDKITCHEN RECIPE

I love to bake with dates, they are such a delicious fruit, and make for the most perfect natural sweetener. (But sadly, I have a horrible addiction to dates!) So I rarely buy them because I can literally eat the entire bag or container of them in a matter of minutes. I'm so excited I bought them anyway and using them for my daily snack! Everyday I always have some type of protein snack that I eat throughout the day to keep me energized, sustained, and just to keep my pro

APPLE PIE OVERNIGHT OATS BY FRANCESCA NARDELLI, MYPLANTBASEDKITCHEN RECIPE

we are just about in the fall season! it’s my favorite time of year for food— I’m obsessed with all fall flavors! especially carrot cake, even though I eat it year round :) I love to bake with super simple, whole food ingredients, and rarely add sugar. I also prefer lighter baked goods that I make with protein powder instead of flour. I love this because as a vegan, I already eat lots of carbs, and am always trying to get extra protein in my body, so swapping flour for protei