Spicy Chipotle Quinoa Flavorful vegetarian main-dish, or an incredibly tasty side…you will LOVE this quinoa! Makes 6-8 servings Ingredients: 2 tsp avocado oil, or olive oil 1-2 jalapeño peppers, seeded, and minced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups vegetable broth 1 (15 oz) diced fire roasted tomatoes, with liquid 1.5 cups quinoa (dry) 1/2 tsp 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!
Cranberry Almond Oat Cookies Holiday baking is in full swing at my house! The freezer is now stocked with THESE DELICIOUS festive cookies! I’m happy when the kids choose these because I used all natural, high-quality ingredients. Great energy snack for children and adults! Makes about 22 cookies Ingredients: 1 cup gluten free rolled oats Read More!
Greek Protein Bowls Perfectly balanced – DELICIOUS meal idea! Makes about 6 servings Ingredients: 1/2 Tbsp avocado, or olive oil 2 pounds ground grass-fed beef or lamb sea salt & ground black pepper 1/2 cup red onion, diced 1 tsp dried oregano 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbsps organic tomato paste 2 Tbsps apple cider, or Read More!
Mix + Match Bento Boxes Took a few minutes to assemble a few bento boxes today! How handy will it be to pull one out of the fridge for an afternoon snack – OR – on the way to the kids’ practice!?! ⚽ Fast food temptation – gone – Ingredients: Green apples from a local Read More!
Red Berry + Spinach Smoothies Working on a bit of Food Prep. A freezer full of smoothie prep bags is a lifesaver for Busy mornings! I know we are getting so much more of the nutrition we need – thanks to the convenience + availability of THESE! Ingredients: 1/2 cup of berries 1/2 a banana Read More!
Chocolate Pumpkin Swirl Muffins Flourless-Moist-Gooey-SIMPLE Makes 12 regular muffins Ingredients: 2 large beaten eggs (room temp) 2 cups PB or Almond Butter (creamy smooth-room temp works best) 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1.5 cups pure pumpkin puree 2 tsp baking soda 2 tsp vanilla extract 5 Tbsp unsweetend cacao powder 1/4 cup cacao, or dark Read More!
Roasted Jalapeño Popper Cauliflower Slices OK guys…this recipe is obviously FUN Friday night food…not your everyday kinda stuff. Mix-match YOUR favorite toppings! My friend who tasted this said; “It’s like a Jalapeño Popper had relations with a Loaded Baked Potato!” Makes 4-6 servings Ingredients: 2 heads cauliflower, cut vertically into 1/2-inch-thick steaks (4 to 6 Read More!
Pumpkin Protein Bliss Bites A recipe from my Pumpkin Love cookbook- available on Amazon. These are great for people with nut, or egg allergies – simple ingredients, simple prep! Makes 16-18 Ingredients: 2 cups oats, a bit more if needed 2/3 cup pure pumpkin puree 2 scoops vanilla protein powder 4 Tbsps pure maple syrup, Read More!
Raspberry Almond Oat Bars Perfect for Breakfast on busy mornings! Makes 15 breakfast bars Ingredients: Crust: 2 cups rolled oats (dry) I use gluten-free 1 cup sliced almonds 6 Tbsp raw honey, or pure maple syrup 2 Tbsps unrefined coconut oil 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp cinnamon 2 medium bananas 2 tsps almond extract 1 Read More!