Last year, Janet from The Taste Space shared with us a luscious Salad in a Jar. Her Topaz Dragon Ginger Dressing is one of my all-time favorite salad dressing solutions. As an opening recipe to this year’s Healthy Lunchbox series, this Quinoa Protein Bowl is an excellent choice for those who is meat-free or simply enjoys an […]
Salted Chili Lime Watermelon Popsicles
July 1, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Having spent a vast majority of my life split between Southern California and Texas, there is no doubt that my food is heavily influenced by the Mexican culture. When I was pregnant with my oldest biological son, I craved Mexican candy and chili spiced fruits most. These popsicles are a healthy throw back to those […]
Cilantro and Lime Ranch Vegetable Dip (Dairy-free, Paleo, Vegan alternatives noted)
June 26, 2014 By 1 Comment
This dip is a twist on my Easy Vegan Ranch Dressing. A little less coconut cream and a few drops of essential oil make a world of difference in flavor and texture. This mix goes together quickly and has fast become our favorite dipping sauce for veggies, topping for taco salads and more. To keep […]
Dauntless Cake (aka: Super Rich, Warm Chocolate Cake) Grain-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo, Nut-Free Option Listed
June 3, 2014 By 2 Comments
If there is one thing someone could say about all seven people in my home…it is that we are all avid readers. And book addicts. Maybe that is two things, but they all stem from one source. While my husband and I typically enjoy very different genres, our children always seem to take hold of […]
Momma’s Turkey
November 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Two weeks away. Seriously!?! Where has this year gone? In deciding which recipes I needed to share before the big day arrives, I spent some time flipping through the pages of my blog and realized that I have spent a lot of time sharing my favorite sides like Paleo […]
Carrot Cake Blondie’s with Cinnamon Coconut Butter Frosting (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, ACD Friendly)
October 17, 2013 By 9 Comments
Sometimes in life we just need a brownie. Sometimes we really want a nice, fluffy piece of cake. Other times, we want something that meets both of these desires but in a way that won’t completely throw our eating plan off track. These Carrot Cake Blondie’s with Cinnamon Coconut Butter Frosting are the perfect fit […]
Paleo Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
October 3, 2013 By 19 Comments
It’s officially fall! Time for all things pumpkin! From steamers to vegan caramel pecan pumpkin pie in a jar, I’ve given you many wonderful ways to enjoy this lovely squash. Today, in true fall fashion, I’d like to share with you what has quickly become a favorite post-workout breakfast for my family and me. Sweet like […]
Apple Pie Cookies (Grain-Free, Vegan Option Noted)
September 26, 2013 By 9 Comments
The calendar tells us that autumn has arrived! The weather where you live may or may not agree with that. While we enjoyed temperatures down in the 70’s and 80’s last week (prefect West Texas autumn temperatures), this week we are back in the mid to high 90’s. Meh. That’s West Texas craziness for you. […]
Sweet Potato Souffle (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free, Paleo, ACD)
September 18, 2013 By 8 Comments
I love this time of the year! As summer draws to a close, fall produce intermingles with the last of the summer harvest. It is a great time to incorporate your favorite year-round vegetables in new and exciting ways. It is also the time that everyone seems to be gearing up for all things pumpkin. […]
Blogiversary, Loving What I do and an Angel Food Cake for you!
September 13, 2013 By 11 Comments
If someone had told me three years ago that more than 30,000 unique individuals would be visiting this website every month, I would have laughed. You see, when I started this site my goal was to share recipes that made my life easier. To create food that was safe for my family and delicious to […]
