I love nachos and I love (love!) salsa. Really, the corn chip is just my vehicle for getting salsa and HH nacho cheese into my mouth. (Who am I trying to kid?) 

What I don't love, however, is that all the corn chips at the store — even the "baked" ones — are loaded with oil. Many more are so salty that after eating a few chips, my lips start to hurt. 

I knew there had to be …

Back in December, Deb left the following comment on Happy Herbivore's Facebook page: "I turned 55, went vegan and ran my first 5K!"

I was so inspired that I reached out to Deb and asked her if I could interview her as part of the Herbie of the Week series. Thankfully, this incredible woman agreed!

HH: What was your health like before you went vegan?

I was overweight, with high blood pressure, heartburn and chronic sinus infections. Also, there is …

Prepare for a fiesta in your mouth with Cinco de Mayo recipes like Black Bean Tostadas with Crema (both plans), Nachos, and Mexican Mac & Cheese. Plus, welcome May with more amazing new recipes such as Raspberry Bliss Smoothie (both plans), Cowboy Caviar (family), Black Bean & Pineapple Quinoa Salad (individual) and Maple Sweet Potato (both plans), alongside favorites like Pizza and Broccoli Marinara.

Individual Highlights

• Maple Sweet Potato (NEW!)
• Nachos with Queso
  
• Berry Berry Quinoa
  
• Mexican Bowl
  
• Raspberry Bliss …

Rip says he and I are kindred spirits, and I couldn't agree more. I adore Rip (and his entire family!). 

When I was visiting him in Austin last year, he spilled the beans on his new book, My Beef with Meat. I was practically jumping around in his kitchen I was so excited. I even wrote a few recipes for the book!

Anyway, a few months ago, Rip emailed me an early copy of his new book (that he …

For most of my adult life (read: since I moved out of my parent's house), I've found myself doing a weekend-long household cleaning every couple of months. 

Work, school, life — I was busy! I tried to keep my place tidy and I'd do little cleanings like wiping down the kitchen counter, but I couldn't clean — really clean — my home that often. It was a lot of work and took a great deal of time to vacuum, scrub …