Bacon-Wrapped Corn on The Cob Ok CRUSHers, hear me out on this one, OK? YES. It’s Bacon-Wrapped Corn, you guys! It might seem a little strange, but this combo is SO good. The bacon grease takes on the role of “buttering” your corn, and also helps it to roast up with lots of flavor! I Read More!
Vitamins and minerals are what we call micronutrients, and although we only need them in small quantities, they are crucial for health, youthfulness, and weight management. We can get them in several ways, including supplement form. However, the best and most complete sources of Vitamins and Minerals are found in whole foods! When we talk Read More!
Pizza Stuffed Anaheim Peppers What are you all up to this weekend? I’m cooking for a small crowd, working in our vegetable garden, and relaxing! Here’s a FUN little appetizer recipe for your weekend entertaining! If you’re like me, you might want to double it up, and make several batches because these little babies go Read More!
Clean Eating is a rewarding lifestyle, reconnecting us to a natural, whole-food-based way of eating. Many people are drawn to this lifestyle for simple reasons: weight loss, inflammation, energy, or a desire to take better care of their bodies. And while it may seem daunting at first, there are a few habits that will get Read More!
Spicy Roasted Chickpea Salad Have you ever tried roasting chickpeas? So crunchy and tasty-satisfying…like chips or croutons. Great for snacking and sprinkling on top of salads like THIS one!Makes 4 servings Ingredients: 6 packed cups of greens of choice (I used chopped Romaine lettuce, but arugula or mixed baby greens would be awesome) 1 large Read More!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cups Indulgent homemade FROZEN treats! Yassss! Sign me up! These little cups are a REALLY fun project to make with the kids this Summer! When shopping for ingredients: Look for high percentage cacao for the chocolate, and your PB should really be nothing but peanuts, and maybe sea salt. Makes 12 Read More!
Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes THE traditional Summertime meal made healthier! Serve these with a big – crisp pickle slice, and a sweet juicy slice of ripe watermelon! Sweet potatoes and yams are COMPLEX carbohydrates, that our bodies use VERY well for sustainable energy. Complex carbs contain more nutrients than simple carbs. They’re higher in Read More!
Breakfast Avocado Egg Cups Actually, these are pretty great any time of day! You’re just a few minutes away from a super satisfying meal!Makes 4 servings Ingredients: 2 medium-large avocados 4 small eggs Topping ideas: feta cheese, crumbled bell pepper, diced nitrate-free bacon, chopped organic corn chopped from the cob green onions, sliced pitted olives, Read More!
Chili-Roasted Sweet Potato Salad A spicy, tangy version of a hearty Summertime Potato Salad to bring to the BBQ or Potlucks! The seasonings coating the roasted sweet potatoes are a phenomenal blend that really brings out a delicious southwestern-style kick! Add a bunch of in-season goodies, and give it all a big squeeze of fresh Read More!
Spicy Zucchini Pizza Boats It’s about THAT time of year when zucchinis are EVERYWHERE! Markets, Gardens, and possibly even left on your front doorstep thanks to a generous neighbor who has just had enough! I LOVE LOVE LOVE zucchini, as it’s incredibly versatile for SO many of our beloved CFC recipes…BUT, turning it into lil’ Read More!