As more and more antibiotics are becoming far less effective due to the growing number of “superbugs” resistant to them, it’s exciting to learn about and use what nature has provided for us to combat illness. Your body’s first line of defense is it’s own immune system, but sometimes it needs some help in the fight. Read More!
Zoodles tossed with my FAVORITE Chimichurri sauce Have you tried making Chimichurri at home? OMG…you MUST try this sauce! Incredible over chicken, fish, or beef…and equally amazing tossed with veggies! This afternoon I tossed zoodles (Cleanfoodcrush.com/spiralizer), sliced tomatoes, red onion, with this fresh Chimichurri sauce – and a sprinkle of fresh Parmigiano. Ingredients: 1 large Read More!
With a Clean Eating lifestyle, cooking takes center stage. The daily spotlight will be on your kitchen – and how things play out depends on accessibility and being prepared. Start by doing a pantry/kitchen clear-out. Yes, this means removing as much processed food as you can – and that can sometimes include a lot of Read More!
Food Prep & Fall Kitchen Clean-Up Set-up for a SUCCESSFUL week! ✔ Drink dispensers: Water + fresh lemon + mint Home brewed green tea + fresh mint ( Glass jars – large is KILNER brand smaller jar is Pier 1 ) I had fallen off the food prepping routine for the past few weeks, due to Read More!
Tangy Pulled Chicken THIS chicken is so flavorful & perfect for tacos, soups, & salads all week long! Throw some in the oven! ? (double the recipe..trust me!) Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts Sauce Ingredients: 2 Tbsps lower sugar ketchup 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup Read More!
Cucumbers Pickles Refrigerator Pickles! What to do with all of those Garden Cucs! Great on sandwiches, salads, or eaten straight as a side dish! Ingredients: 8 large, fresh cucumbers 2 Tbsps. green bell pepper diced very small 3 tsp coarse kosher, or pickling salt Large sprig of fresh dill 1/2 Tbsp. celery seed 1/2 cup Read More!
Sweet & Spicy Cucumber Mango Wraps A little spicy a little sweet …one of those Summertime Dinner ideas everyone LOVES because they get to add their own toppings! Makes about 3-4 Servings Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground turkey, or grass-fed beef 1-2 Tbsps homemade hoisin sauce (recipe for hoisin below) 2 Tbsps plus 1 tsp Braggs Read More!
#1 Question I am asked: Budget & Basic Shopping List? “How do I feed my family REAL food & stay within a budget?” I believe that packaged & “convenience” items are a complete money waster. I have found huge savings in skipping these types of products. There are plenty of natural options that are just Read More!
Simple Summer Side Salad THIS is Summer! Simple Side Dish Chopped garden tomato, cucumber, radish, and diced red onion with a splash of apple cider vinegar, sea salt, & pepper. Maybe a squeeze of fresh lemon… What would you add? ❤Rachel
Fresh Garden Salad with Creamy Garlic Dressing Chopped a massive Garden Salad this afternoon with the help of my 8-year-old daughter. Salads are so incredibly refreshing this time of year! Shop the fresh local markets and farms…add your favorite veggies! Ingredients: Mixed baby greens Avocado, sliced Edamame, cooked and cooled Garden tomatoes Fresh cucumber slices Read More!
