Recipes

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FALL RECIPE BUNDLE: GLUTEN FREE AND DAIRY FREE

Who is excited for the new Fall Recipe Bundle?! Enjoy the flavors of fall with all things pumpkin, maple, and locally grown produce. All recipes are both gluten and dairy free, and developed with nutritious, wholesome ingredients. Okay, so…
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OATMEAL ENERGY BITES AND 100 DAYS OF REAL FOOD COOKBOOKS GIVEAWAY

I received an advanced copy of the new 100 Days of Real Food on a Budget cookbook and I think you are going to love the easy Oatmeal Energy Bites recipe I’m sharing from the new book! Energy bites are clearly the new snack darling in the…
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ZUCCHINI HUMMUS SUMMER RECIPE

Zucchini hummus may be one of the best ways to use up that vegetable that just keeps on giving in the garden. What’s even cooler about this recipe is that it’s a bean-free hummus! We still call it hummus as it has tahini, which is full…
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EASY BROCCOLI PESTO RECIPE

DON’T BE SURPRISED WHEN YOUR KIDS ASK FOR SECONDS OF THIS DELICIOUS BROCCOLI PESTO RECIPE! Pesto is one of my favorite condiments, especially in the spring in summer when fresh basil is available. We just started our basil in the garden and…
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EASY GREEN SMOOTHIE MUFFIN RECIPE

INSTEAD OF MAKING MY KIDS A SMOOTHIE AFTER SCHOOL, I SURPRISED THEM WITH THIS EASY GREEN SMOOTHIE MUFFIN RECIPE! Muffins are one of those snacks I try to prep at least once a week. I’ve been challenged to make them “school-friendly” which…
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MY FAVORITE HEALTHY INSTANT POT RECIPES FOR FAMILIES

Healthy Instant Pot Recipes- There’s no denying it, the Instant Pot pressure cooker trend is here to stay. I’ve pulled together my favorite healthy Instant Pot recipes for you to bookmark and make at home. Here’s a funny secret, I’ve…
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21 DAY REAL FOOD RESET PROGRAM

Registration is now open for my group coaching program, 21 Day Real Food Reset: three weeks of meal plans, grocery list, and recipes! This is your chance to relearn what  it means to eat healthy. The next group start date is Monday, Oct 1st.…
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WARMING SWEET POTATO AND APPLE SOUP RECIPE (GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE)

As soon as the weather cools I’m ready to make soup, especially this sweet potato and apple soup. It’s the perfect lunch soup to share with friends, and even the kids liked it! It uses all my favorite fall flavors, apples, sweet potatoes,…
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PALEO SALMON BURGERS WITH SWEET POTATO BUNS-PLUS A BONUS CASHEW CUCUMBER SAUCE

Trying to eat more fish can get boring, but have you tried to make your own salmon burgers yet? I used to purchase some ready made salmon burgers, but once I learned about the lack of quality of farmed salmon, I choose to only buy wild salmon.…
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PALEO PUMPKIN PIE SMOOTHIE

As we settle into fall, I find myself craving my paleo pumpkin pie smoothie. It’s like a pumpkin spice latte, without the caffeine jitters and dairy intolerance issues. I made this smoothie for some friends on my tennis team last year and…
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DELICIOUS SUMMER RECIPE ROUND-UP

Every year I like to find a delicious summer recipe I can make over and over as new guests arrive at the beach. I learn how to make it without recipe cards or books. This keeps things simple in the kitchen during the summer months. After…
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OUR FAVORITE LEMON CASHEW COCONUT ENERGY BALLS

Snacks are a big deal in our house. After a year of making them, these Lemon Cashew Coconut energy balls are definitely at the top of the list. They a full of real food ingredients, easy to customize, and quick to make. Both the kids and the…
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OVERWHELMED WITH MEAL PLANNING? MY HEALTHY MEAL PLAN BOOK IS HERE!

The number #1 complaint I hear from readers, and clients, is their challenge with meal planning. They know it’s an important part of achieving their health goals, and also a way to limit their stress at dinner. But they get stuck when it…
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HOW TO MAKE ALMOND MILK- IT’S EASIER THAN YOU THINK!

I have taught my eight year old daughter how to make almond milk so I think it’s time I teach all of you. It’s a lot easier than you think. With just two ingredients, almonds and water, you can create fresh almond milk. No added preservatives,…
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HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY GRANOLA BARS AT HOME

The quest for a delicious healthy granola bar has been a long one. Usually it needs to be a nut-free granola bar safe for school, and it has to pass the kid taste test. Plus it has to be refined sugar free, use real food ingredients, and give…
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EASY CURRY CHICKEN SLOW COOKER STEW (PLUS A HOMEMADE CURRY POWDER RECIPE!)

Everyone needs quick and easy dinner recipes, and those that work in the slow cooker are even better. This easy curry chicken slow cooker stew is a favorite in our house, even with the kids! I had to share it with you for those days when you…
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HERE’S WHY I DRINK BONE BROTH EVERY MORNING. (PLUS MY HOMEMADE BONE BROTH RECIPES)

It’s been nearly one year since I started drinking bone broth every morning. Today I’m telling you why I started making my own homemade bone broth in the slow cooker, and the benefits of a daily dose. It’s a question that comes up often…
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HEALTHY HOMEMADE MINI CHOCOLATE TREATS

Finding a healthy chocolate recipe is always on my radar and these Mini Chocolates I created are my new favorite. I’ve tried a bunch of different options and they often come out too grainy. Not these little gems, they are rich while also full…
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EASY HEALTHY HOMEMADE GRANOLA RECIPE (BAKE THIS GRANOLA AND YOU WILL HAVE FRIENDS FOR LIFE!)

My homemade granola recipe has been a staple in my home for years. I’ve given it away to teachers, as a hostess gift, and for new mothers. However, it’s time to share how I’ve given my tried and true recipe a face lift. Ever since I worked…
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20+ HEALTHY NO-COOK DINNER RECIPES

As the temperature rises, cooking in a hot kitchen just isn’t fun. Some nights you just want to skip using the oven or stove for dinner, and maybe it’s even too hot to grill outside. You might need something a little lighter, more refreshing,…
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EASY STEAK QUESADILLAS

Sometimes you get really lucky with a new recipe. The one when every child enjoys it and asks for more until you realize you have run out. Steak quesadillas may not be gourmet, but they keep everyone very happy at our dinner table. I just had…
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