Archive for 2014
Spinach and Zucchini Soup
Merry everything! Have you been busy decking the halls with plenty of rich meals, sweet desserts, and possibly alcohol? If so, chances are, you’re feeling ready for a major diet detox right about now. No candy! No more junk! No booze! Research shows that a sudden transition away from fatty and sugary foods can cause symptoms…
Read MoreHerbed Quinoa and Pomegranate Salad
After taking the first bite, I was blown away by this flavor-blasted quinoa dish. Fluffy quinoa is tossed with fresh herbs, crunchy almonds, chewy cranberries, and salty olives. The heavenly mixture is then tossed with lemony dressing and finished with all those juicy pomegranate arils. Top of the world. And don’t get me started on…
Read MoreOrange Julius (amazing!)
I’m pleased to inform you this juice is just straight up delightful. Those little clementine oranges are abundant in our house this time of year. Delicious, convenient and just plain cute – who can resist? The simple blend of fresh clementines, bananas, almond milk and a dash of vanilla is the perfect balance of tart…
Read MoreSweet Potato Skillet Hash with Apples & Sage
I’m a sucker for anything with sweet potatoes. They’re so satisfying. They last forever in the pantry. They can go sweet or savory. This hash is super quick and easy and it’s a great recipe to use any night of the week. Just throw your sweet potatoes into the pan and forget about them for…
Read MorePost-Holiday Detox Smoothie
Give your body a much needed boost post-Thanksgiving. If there is one day in the year when you can fully enjoy an over abundance of food, it’s Thanksgiving. This is not a day to worry my friends, but a time to connect with family and loved ones, reflect gratefully on your blessings, and wash your…
Read MoreNo-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
This pie is insane. First of all, a good pie is a thing of beauty, and the peanut butter filling for this recipe is amazing. In addition, the crust is moist and slightly dense while the chocolate drizzle topping adds a perfect finishing touch. Most peanut butter pies are fat and calorie bombs, as they…
Read MoreSpicy Maple Almonds
All aboard the luxury almond train, friends. You’re gonna love it. It is getting real close to that time of year when you are pretty much guaranteed to be invited to someone’s house. Whether for a dinner party, brunch or just casual drinks with friends, you’re probably going to need to bring some food somewhere.…
Read MoreFire Roasted Black Bean Burritos with Guacamole
These burritos are the ultimate satisfying cold-weather comfort food. Fire roasted tomatoes blend with hearty black beans and spices, packed in with basmati rice, and finished with fresh cilantro in this classic yet genius combo. Plus, these bad boys are actually good for you. It’s burrito heaven. The best part about as is that they’re…
Read MoreBrussels Sprout Salad With Quinoa, Cranberries & Walnuts
If you’re skeptical of the raw Brussels, don’t be! I probably could have eaten the entire bowl in one sitting. It has a little bit of everything you want in a salad – crunchy, chewy, sweet, tart, bitter, rich. Everything. It makes a delicious lunch as well as a fuss-free dinner but the best part…
Read MoreMaple Apple Granola
This granola is, in a word, delightful. Everyone knows granola is super delicious, but this one is off-the-charts amazing, and it’s ridiculously easy to pull-off. All you have to do is toss a mixture of oats, walnuts, flax seeds, and apples with some coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla and just the right amount of cinnamon…
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