Despite the fact that plantains closely resemble a banana, they have a completely different flavor and are definitely not to be consumed raw (you’ll only make that mistake once!). Plantains are actually a vegetable, chock full of fiber, calcium and vitamin C. Pan-roasting the … [Read more...]
Energy Balls
Gluten, Grain, Dairy, Soy-Free and Vegan Seeds need energy in order to grow, and cultivating your own healthy habits can take a lot of energy too! Energy bars and energy balls are everywhere we look these days. They are super easy to whip up yourself, but many people are … [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...]
Raspberry Truffles
Nothing says celebration like a plate of chocolate truffles, and if you live a dairy and/or soy-free lifestyle, it may have been quite a while since you have had a truffle of your own – but no longer! These Raspberry Truffles are not only delicious and allergen-friendly, but also … [Read more...]
Roasted Carrot Parsnip and Ginger Soup
This thick and creamy soup is the perfect stick-to- your-ribs meal for a chilly, winter night – filling you up with goodness without weighing you down with flour and cream. Anti-inflammatory ginger warms you up from the inside out, aids in digestion and helps keep your joints … [Read more...]
Chocolate Molasses Thumbprint Cookies
These cookies are inspired by a desire to combine my parents’ favorite holiday cookies – a soft-baked molasses cookie for my dad, and a sea salt dark chocolate thumbprint for my mom. … [Read more...]
Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Casserole
As the weather gets cooler, reaching for a big raw salad no longer satisfies our hunger and it’s easy to reach for comfort foods laden with unhealthy ingredients. This ooey-gooey casserole is the ultimate in comfort food, without any processed grains to weigh you down, and with … [Read more...]
Vegan Cheese Sauce
Let’s be honest… most things taste even better when smothered with cheese. However, when you eliminate dairy from your life, whether by choice or by food allergies, it’s pretty difficult to find an alternative for cheesy, creamy goodness. This cheese sauce is super versatile and … [Read more...]
Southwestern Quinoa Salad
Gluten-free, Vegan, Soy-Free, Nut-Free There are few things Mr. Hatch Health and Happiness loathes more than making his lunches for the week. Lucky for him, sometimes I take pity on him and do it myself – and this Southwestern Salad is the result! Quinoa is a super-seed (yes, … [Read more...]
Alfie’s Frozen Delights
These frozen treats are the ultimate pooch-pleaser, especially in the warm months of summer! Quick and easy, this is a great recipe to make with kids and comes together with just a few ingredients. The Hatch Health and Happiness mascot, Alfie, loves to enjoy these frozen treats … [Read more...]