Now that we are heading into the warmer months of the year, you may find yourself wanting to spend less time in front of the hot stove top or oven. Fortunately, smoothies are a great way to pack a lot of nutrition in one place. Check out the video below for one of my favorite … [Read more...]
I Want to Try These Cookies, but I have Allergies… Now What?
If you have dietary restrictions or allergies of any kind, flipping through a cookbook can be a frustrating pastime as you drool over the glossy photos of food you can’t eat. The good news is, it can be easier than it looks to make some quick ingredient swaps so you can enjoy new … [Read more...]
Rami’s Birthday Cupcake
Gluten-free, Vegan, Soy-Free, Nut-Free Option My youngest nephew has a laundry list of food allergies, due to a diagnosis of FPIES (Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome) which is a unique type of food allergy that affects the gastrointestinal tract. His list of “safe … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chip Banana Cookies
Adapted from Sunwarrior Free from gluten, dairy, soy, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, and refined sugar … [Read more...]
Green Machine Salad
Adapted from Linda Wagner’s “Healthy Quinoa” Free from gluten, dairy, soy, nuts and refined sugar Packed with green goodness, this salad comes together quickly and feeds a crowd! Rich in chlorophyll, green vegetables help our bodies with detoxification while also packing a … [Read more...]
Almond Butter and Jelly Muffin Cups
Free from Gluten, Dairy, Soy, and Refined Sugar Adapted from Ancient Harvest Packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals, quinoa is a nutritional powerhouse that will rev you up and keep you going for hours. … [Read more...]
Cinnamon-Spiced Hot Cacao
Free from Gluten, Dairy, Soy, and Refined Sugar With forty times the antioxidants of blueberries, cacao is a nutritional superstar! It is the highest plant-based source of iron, and packed with magnesium and calcium. To top it all off, it’s a natural mood elevator, so you’ll be … [Read more...]
Spice Cake with Maple Vanilla Frosting
Free from Grains, Gluten, Dairy, Soy, and Refined Sugar *This recipe is easily doubled to create a two-layer cake. Grain-free baked goods do best stored in the fridge, and brought to room temperature prior to eating* … [Read more...]
Cooking with the Bounty of Fall
While it may feel like things are winding down in fall, the fresh produce is just heating up, nutrient wise. Fall is the best time of year for apples, root vegetables, squashes, pears, cabbage, and more. These fruits and vegetables have spent most of the summer getting ready to … [Read more...]
Matcha Cacao Energy Bites
Vegan. Free from Gluten, Dairy, Soy, and Refined Sugar A robust green powder, matcha is a centuries-old type of tea used in Japanese tea ceremonies. The smooth, earthy flavor provides not only a welcome boost of energy, but also a hefty dose of antioxidants and … [Read more...]
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