Category Archives: Snacks

Famous Brazilian “Pão de Queijo” (Gluten-Free Cheese Puff Bread) -Light Recipe

Pão de queijo is eaten as a snack (or even as part of breakfast) throughout Brazil. These little “cheese puff breads” are also served alongside bread in certain restaurants (especially the “churrascarias” – Brazilian barbeque restaurants). Originally from the region of … Continue reading

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How to Make a Nutritious Smoothie (3 Recipes) – Como Fazer uma Vitamina Nutritiva (3 Receitas)

(Receita em português abaixo) A great healthy smoothie can be made up of foods you enjoy to eat. A “super healthy” smoothie doesn’t necessarily have to be “super foods” you can’t pronounce or things you don’t enjoy.  Nor does it … Continue reading

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Healthy and Natural Pecan Pie (Raw, Vegan, No Bake)

For the past two years I’ve been on a health(ier) kick researching and experimenting with natural recipes, raw foods, and vegan cooking. I’ve been drinking green smoothies almost every morning and have been trying to eat more plant-based foods whenever … Continue reading

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Chocolate Cake (Low Fat)

Food Cookture just celebrated its 1st birthday!!!! I’m so happy to share my passion for cooking with you through this blog and thank you all for your appreciation and support! For this occasion, I chose to bake a cake I … Continue reading

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Cucumber & Smoked Salmon Canapé with Wasabi Cream

Smoked salmon is wonderful over bread, toast or crackers; but when served over cucumber, it creates a lighter and gluten-free alternative to the standard canapé. Cream cheese also pairs well with smoked salmon and in the US this duo is … Continue reading

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