Weeknights are busy for my family. Trying to fit in time to cook something quick, easy, and healthy can be a challenge. This recipe has become a weekly staple in my home since developing it. Not only is it easy, delicious, and healthy but it is also cheap to make! This vegetable dense meal … Continue reading Coconut Curry with Cauliflower Rice (Paleo, Vegan options)
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Roasted Tomato and Tomatillo Salsa
If you have a garden filled with red-ripe tomatoes, here is a recipe that will help put them to good use! In this salsa, we roast tomatoes, tomatillos (they look like green tomatoes), jalepenos, and garlic to really amp up their natural flavors. This salsa is incredibly easy to create. Be an awesome guest … Continue reading Roasted Tomato and Tomatillo Salsa
Avocado Salad
It's avocado season and I am noticing some great deals in the grocery stores. Time to stock up on my all time favorite! If you are wanting to make something different than guacamole with those delicious avocados, here it the perfect solution! My father is from Cuba and came to America right before the revolution … Continue reading Avocado Salad
Tzatziki Sauce
Looking for a cool, refreshing dip this summer? Look no further than Tzatziki sauce! Tzatziki (pronounced sɑtˈziki) is a traditional Greek dip that is made of yogurt, cucumber, dill, lemon and garlic. It makes an excellent dip for veggie trays, pita chips, or gluten free crackers. Add a dollop to a Greek inspired burger or … Continue reading Tzatziki Sauce
Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Yesterday was Cinco de Mayo and I wanted to celebrate at home with a festive dinner. Most Mexican dishes are not the healthiest! After a weekend of travel (and not so healthy eating) I decided to make my Chicken Tortilla Soup to get us back on track for the week ahead. This Mexican inspired soup … Continue reading Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup
“World Famous” Guacamole
Guacamole is my favorite! Not only is it super easy to make, but it is incredibly healthy. Avocados are one of the most nutritious fruits you can eat! They are virtually the only fruit with monounsaturated fats (aka, the good fats!) and they are cholesterol free. Research show they can actually help lower cholesterol. They are … Continue reading “World Famous” Guacamole
Sweet Potato Chili
Colder temperatures and snow have invaded the Midwest once again...did I mention is April 14th? YUCK! Saturday was absolutely gorgeous. It felt like summer with temps in the 80's and I was able to get a significant amount of yard work completed...6 hours worth to be exact! I even got a little sunburned (which I … Continue reading Sweet Potato Chili
Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies
Warm, straight out of the oven Chocolate Chip Cookies are a personal favorite of mine. Dark, gooey chocolate...chewy on the inside...I am drooling just thinking about it! Good thing I just baked a batch of these delicious Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies! These cookies are perfect for those that need to adhere to a gluten … Continue reading Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies
Paleo Pizza Crust
Pizza has to be the ultimate comfort food. It is definitely one of my family's favorites! Unfortunately, a lot of people (such as myself) are unable to enjoy pizza due to digestive issues associated with gluten and other grains. Some just feel better over all avoiding gluten or grains in their diets. Others are trying to avoid … Continue reading Paleo Pizza Crust
Lemon-Blueberry Muffins
Spring has arrived! Well, sort of....it doesn't quite feel like it here in the Midwest but I know beautiful weather, bright tree blossoms, and fragrant flowers are just around the corner. I was delighted to see a few bulbs breaking through the soil in my back yard the other day. These muffins are the perfect way … Continue reading Lemon-Blueberry Muffins
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