For the Kids: Babbling Beetles Over Bananas!

So here's a little something from The Two Vegan Ladies for our younger followers. It's a great breakfast or snack and it's really quick and easy to make. This is something you parents out there can certainly have fun making with your kids. And it's good for them!


Babbling Beetles Over Bananas!


Don't worry, no adorable insects were harmed in the making of this dish! We call them babbling beetles because when you add all the ingredients together you're going to hear something magical!


What you'll need:
One Banana
1/4 Cup Whole Raw Almonds
1/2 Teaspoon of Brown Sugar


First, grab a square of aluminum foil and spread your raw almonds out evenly on it.


Then, stick your aluminum sheet in the toaster oven (or conventional oven) and toast for about 5-7 minutes. If you're using a conventional oven preheat to 375º first and try 8-10 minutes.




Now, while your almonds are getting nice and toasty peel your banana.

Did you know humans are the only animal who open their bananas from the top stem? All other animals pinch either side of the bottom portion and pull the peel apart! Give it a try!




Next, cut or break your banana into medium size pieces and set them in the bottom of a cereal sized bowl.

Are your almonds ready? Don't they smell delicious?



Carefully remove your toasted almonds from your oven or toaster oven and slide them in your bowl on top of your banana pieces.



Now for the last step sprinkle your brown sugar on top, and listen! Do you hear the beetles talking and scurrying around with the bananas? Magic!


With peace, love, and compassion-
The Two Vegan Ladies

Quick and Easy "Impressive Bread"

Have you ever had impromptu company show-up and suddenly you're in a position where you need to make some dinner that is going to be quick as well as impressive? This easy bread recipe can help!

This bread is great for random dinner guests because it's something you can always keep on hand in the back of fridge and just pull it out then you need it.

The Two Vegan Ladies "Impressive Bread"

Time to cook: 15 minutes

Difficulty: Easy!

Calories Per Serving: 100

Serves: 8

You will need:
1 package of Pillsbury Crescent Rolls

We know this seems strange, but they really are vegan. "So fake it's vegan!" we've heard people say. We didn't say it was good for you- just animal product free.





1 tsp Olive oil or Earth Balance
Fresh or dried basil
Fresh or dried rosemary
Garlic powder
Salt and Pepper

First. Preheat your oven according to the crescent roll directions. If you're using fresh herbs separate and chop them up into pieces.

Then. Take your herbs and mix them together with a teaspoon of olive oil/earth balance and a sprinkle of garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Next. (This is the worst part.) Pop open your crescent rolls. Why do these things always cause so much anxiety? Now, do nothing to your crescent rolls. Do not, we repeat DO NOT SEPARATE THE CRESCENT ROLLS.

Then. Spread your herb mixture out on a flat surface and roll your whole crescent roll dough cylinder in the herb mixture until every part (including the ends) are coasted in some sort of herbs and spices.

Next. Place it on a baking sheet and put it in the oven. You will probably need to bake it a little longer than the directions instruct to make sure it cooks throughly. Really you just want to wait for it to get golden brown.

Lastly. Place on serving dish and serve with a side of fancy herb Earth Balance. This is a great side dish or appetizer!

With love, peace, and compassion-
The Two Vegan Ladies