I love the Super Bowl. Not because of the game itself, but because I love friends and food! I'm dropping some of my latest faves all in one post. Scroll and take what you want, ignore what you don't! These Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are grain-free and dairy-free, but packed full of flavor. I wish you … Continue reading Upgraded Super Bowl Sides
All right, I did it. I went Whole30 for the entire month of January. I liked it so much I'm keeping up with some of the tricks I used throughout the month, but adding in chickpeas, natural sugars (like honey, maple syrup, and coconut sugar), and alcohol on special occasions (like a date night). The … Continue reading Upgraded Ranch Dressing (aka Dump Ranch)
It seems that every game day side item is loaded with cheese, cheese, and more cheese...in the form of cream cheese, sour cream, shredded, melted (called "queso" if you live in Texas), and maybe yogurt if someone is getting creative. I love dairy just as much as the next person, but it doesn't always make … Continue reading Super Spinach and Artichoke Dip – and Other Healthy Game Day Appetizer Ideas
The coolest thing about "un-dieting" and choosing to partner with my body for nourishment - instead of punishment - is that I know when my body is craving nutrients. After the Thanksgiving leftovers were gone a couple weeks ago, I threw this together. Then I made it again this weekend, because I was missing it. … Continue reading Holiday (Detox) Soup
Guys. I just stumbled upon something amazing. Do you ever get the craving for buffalo sauce or is that just me? Lately I have been OBSESSED with Primal Kitchens Buffalo sauce, AND I found a vegan ranch that is creamy and delicious with NO soybean or canola oil. (Can you tell by the capital letters … Continue reading Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Nachos
Who's sick of cooking the same old, same old and is ready for something new and EASY? You can't tell, but I'm raising my hand. I am currently in training for a new whole food nutritional program I will be launching soon, so I've been playing with some recipes, changing things up, and throwing together … Continue reading Easy and Delicious Bacon Bruschetta Chicken
I've been in a pantry cleaning mood lately. I didn't say organizing. You can ask my husband - organization is NOT my skill set. But I'm trying to make use of ingredients we have hanging out in the back of the pantry. You know those things you need for a recipe, you use a tiny … Continue reading Green Lentil Curry
Carrot souffle and sweet potato bake that are grain free, dairy free, and refined sugar free? Yes, please! Now, before you head to the recipes, I have to say one quick thing. I know it's a pain when you are looking for a recipe and the blogger spends all this time with the description and … Continue reading Healthy Holiday Sides with Carrots and Sweet Potatoes
Last week my husband and I decided to get creative, save money, and utilize different items from our freezer and pantry that were taking up space. Well, maybe it was my idea to get creative. He just liked the money-saving part. Anyway, I found some organic boneless chicken thighs in our freezer, along with some … Continue reading Quick and Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Chili
Brrrr - it's cold outside in Dallas, so you know what that means for me??? Time to post a soup recipe! I wish I knew where this recipe came from, to give credit where credit is due. But I don't - I'll just say my family requests this every time the weather cools down a … Continue reading Favorite Slow Cooker Potato Soup
