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Homemade (Dairy-Free) Caesar Dressing

10/30/2019

This easy Caesar dressing is great on salads you might find yourself using it as a sauce with other foods! It’s even good on sweet potatoes.

Don’t be scared of the anchovy paste – but if you decide not to use it, be sure to adjust the salt and pepper level.

Baked Banana Chips

10/23/2019

These chips are a project – they take a long time to crisp in the oven, so make them when you know you’ll be home for several hours.

The trick to making good baked chips is to check them frequently. Because the chips aren’t uniform – not only in size, but in natural moisture/sugar content – they cook at different speeds. Also, not all ovens are perfectly calibrated to a baking temperature, so the time might vary.

Keeping an eye on them makes all the difference!

Palm Springs-ish Date Shake Smoothie

10/16/2019

Have you ever heard of a Palm Springs date shake? The shake apparently were invented in that California resort city – and they’re delicious. The only downside is they are made with ice cream.

This recipe takes the best of the date shake and turns it into a treat you can enjoy any time without feeling weighed down.

Cinnamon Coconut Latte

10/9/2019

You also can make this with tea.

Cauliflower Falafel

10/4/2019

While this recipe says it can serve two, chances are you’ll eat the whole thing yourself. It would make a fun lunch with a side salad.

Homemade Buffalo Sauce

9/25/2019

Warning: you’ll want to enjoy this buffalo sauce on pretty much everything from now on. The good news is with this homemade version you know exactly what you’re getting – and it’s all good stuff! Plus, you can adjust it to suit your taste buds.

“BLAAT” Wraps

9/18/2019

If you’re looking for new and different ideas for easy snack take-alongs for work this BLT variation is a great choice. You can add salad greens if you like!

Salmon Cakes

9/11/2019

Keep some canned salmon in your kitchen for this fast throw-it-together dinner or lunch.

Nutrition Challenge: Boost that B12!

9/9/2019

Do you get enough vitamin B12 in your diet? Many people – especially those who eat a plant-based diet – struggle to get enough.

Vitamin B12 is a powerful energy and mood booster – just look at the label of any energy drink or supplement and you’ll be amazed at how many B vitamins they contain!

Lemony Haddock with Olives & Tomatoes

8/7/2019

Simple, delicious and quick – this recipe is great for a fast weeknight meal but it’s also tasty enough to serve guests.

Little known tip, straight from the fishmonger: frozen-at-sea haddock often is fresher than other varieties since it’s frozen as soon as it is caught … and it’s often less expensive.

Trail Mix Granola

7/31/2019

Is this trail mix or is this granola? Either way, it’s DELICIOUS.

Your home is going to smell AMAZING while this is in the oven. Warning: it’s addicting. Be sure to exercise portion control with this healthy snack.

Paleo Pesto Sauce

7/24/2019

Is it possible to make pesto without cheese? The answer is YES: The trick is to use nutritional yeast flakes, which lend a bit of “umami” flavor. You can find it in most grocery stores as well as natural food stores.

This recipe can be customized to your taste: try using cashews, pistachios or pine nuts. We chose walnuts because of their high omega 3 content.

This is great stirred into veggies or as a condiment over your favorite protein.

Healthy Homemade Tea & Coffee Creamer

7/17/2019

If you love a little shot of creamer in your coffee or tea, this recipe will let you do that AND feel good about it! It’s a game-changer!

Nutrition Challenge: Intermittent Fasting

7/15/2019

Don’t get intimidated by this one just yet! We all naturally fast – or take a break from eating – for at least 8 hours a day. It’s when we’re asleep!

But over the past few years, taking a longer break has been gaining popularity to not only help people lose weight, but improve overall health.

Baked Rosemary-Lemon Chicken Breasts

7/3/2019

A classic recipe gets a new twist with some superfood goji berries!

Warm Apple Salad

6/26/2019

Enjoy this as a side dish. It also makes a delicious breakfast if you add organic chicken sausage (one 10 oz. package).

Choco-Banana Berry Smoothie Bowl

6/19/2019

This makes a great breakfast but it’s also a fun nighttime snack if you are feeling a little hungry after dinner. Yes, it contains cauliflower, and yes, it’s yummy.

Easy, Wholesome Homemade Mayonnaise

6/12/2019

This super-easy mayonnaise is SO MUCH BETTER tasting and better FOR YOU than the prepared mayo you buy in the store.

Seriously: once you make this you will never go back! You can experiment by adding different spices and herbs to customize it – dill or chili powder would be amazing, depending on what you are using the mayo for.

Spinach and White Bean Soup

6/5/2019

This recipe takes just 20 minutes from start to finish but tastes like it’s been simmering all day. You can sub kale, escarole or your favorite “green” for the spinach in this tasty soup!

Foodie Challenge: Bone Broth

6/3/2019

Here’s a good one for ya… Do you drink bone broth?

Although people have been making and using bone broth since prehistoric times, there’s a reason it’s become a trendy “health” drink.

The broth – which is made by simmering the bones and connective tissues of chickens, cows, bison and other animals – is packed with minerals, fatty acids, vitamins, and collagen protein.

Chicken Sausage Jambalaya

5/22/2019

Serve this jambalaya over cauliflower rice, sweet potato or spaghetti squash.

Greek-Inspired Meatballs with Avocado Tzatziki Sauce

5/8/2019

Two great things that go great together! Despite the long list of ingredients, these recipes are SO EASY to make – just toss them together and prepare!

These meatballs make a great snack, and you’ll definitely find other uses for the tzatziki sauce.

Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole

5/1/2019

Want a make-ahead breakfast that gives you a head start on getting your veggies for the day? Definitely try this comfort-food breakfast casserole. One batch can fuel your mornings for most of the week.

Avocado Lime Sauce

4/24/2019

This is a fantastic go-with-anything sauce that can really pull a meal together. It’s delicious over fish, tacos, chili – anything you want to add a Mexican flair to … and you can easily turn it into a salad dressing by adding just a little light coconut milk to it.

Adjust the seasonings to your palate – a little cumin or chili powder can be a great addition!

Cauliflower Hummus

4/17/2019

This recipe takes a basic hummus recipe and mixes it up with cauliflower! It’s surprisingly good.

Dip cucumber, carrots, celery, pepper strips and even fruit!