Im always trying to create fun healthy snacks for the kids. My hope is that when someone offers them, say, a pack of m&m’s, they politely decline, reflecting on the dye and artificial free snacks I have made them. We aren’t quite there yet, but I can be hopeful right? I have to be honest, over the years I have seen a lot of “whatever” … Continue reading Frozen Yogurt and Chia Bites
Fermented foods have been used for centuries for their health benefits. They were talked about in ancient Roman manuscripts as being one of the finest vegetables for human health. The last few years we have seen them increase in popularity, and this is a huge step in moving toward optimal health. In the past, the lack of fermented foods being consumed in the U.S. has led … Continue reading Probiotic Fermented Sauerkraut
With only a few weeks left in winter, I wanted to share with you some good old comfort food. I mean, lets face it, who doesn’t like a creamy cheesy pasta dish, with a perfectly browned crusty topping, and garnished with fresh herb? I have to admit, I was once the mom who bought boxed macaroni and cheese, (don’t tell anyone, but every once in … Continue reading Skillet Macaroni & Cheese
I think we all love hot chocolate now and then, but do you know what’s in it? I think it will shock you! In my journey to crack the label code, (and yes it is a code) every now and then I would stumble upon something and I didn’t think to turn the product over and check out the ingredients. I came across some packets … Continue reading Healthy Hot Chocolate with Coconut Whipped Cream
Thanksgiving is full of wonderful food and family. I think we all love the staples. Let’s see….. there’s turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes….let’s stop there. Ahhh the sweet potato. They bring some health to our thanksgiving meal. They are rich in fiber, anti-inflammatory, rich in antioxidants, and help prevent rheumatoid arthritis! But…did you ever think the way most of us make them for the … Continue reading Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Fresh Herbs
Why is it that kids like things that you can pick up and eat? When my kids were smaller, they would hold their fork in one hand and eat with their other hand. Part of my quest of being more intentional about getting veggies into the kids is making it more fun! This recipe must have been fun, because I got no complaints, and they … Continue reading Cheesy Broccoli Bites
When I was pregnant with my fourth I craved artichokes like nobody’s business! Not the little hearts in the jar, but fresh whole artichokes. It had been a few years since I bought one. It was one of those things I loved, but thought if I buy that I’m going to be the only one that’s going to eat it. I had to have one … Continue reading Steamed Artichoke with Lemon Garlic Dipping Sauce
