Dark Chocolate Crispy Treats

Oh my goodness gracious. It’s been many years since I’ve indulged in a rice crispy treat. That is until now. This childhood favorite has gotten a makeover! In my opinion, this version beats traditional rice crispy treats by a landslide. If I didn’t tell you, I bet you wouldn’t even know they were healthy. Everyone…

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Smoky Sweet Potato + Black Bean Chili

Enough already, Old Man Winter! A forecast that calls for a high of 20 degrees plus 14″of snow is a call to arms. Only the heartiest, most rib-sticking dishes need enlist for the task. And there’s just something about chili — it’s so versatile and satisfying. Ground beef, you’re not invited to this party. But…

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Mediterranean Pasta

Meatless yes. Tasteless never. This was a dinner I whipped up after a very long (and grotesquely cold) day last week. It was a very quick, spontaneous recipe that ended up, thank goodness, being quite tasty. Steamy pasta topped with a rich garlic fire roasted tomato sauce and loads of veggies. I sigh with happiness.…

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Sriracha Roasted Chickpeas

Holy smokes. I eat a lot of chickpeas. Here’s my favorite new way to eat these delectable little legumes. Roast them up with sriracha sauce and a bit of curry powder until they’re nice + crunchy. Tell me, do you think they put some crazy illegal substance in sriracha to keep you coming back for…

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My Favorite Winter Salad + Almond Lime Dressing

Happy New Year everyone! It’s been one of those weeks full of craziness & noise at my house since the kids have been home from school and we have been celebrating & visiting with friends and family. Given the time of year, today’s recipe is all about leafy greens + good digestion + healing. So,…

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A Thanksgiving Menu (swoon worthy recipes)

Kale Butternut Squash Salad

Are you gearing up for Thanksgiving, yet?  I absolutely LOVE a holiday that revolves around gratitude, friends & family and of course, delicious food! I always have so much fun creating menu plans (seriously, I can’t get enough) so I have been planning & dreaming of my menu for weeks now! Below are the recipes…

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Peanut Butter Coconut Cups with Dark Chocolate

It’s no secret: At Halloween, temptations are everywhere and it can be downright scary! Whether the candy you choose is jumbo size or a mini fun-size, both are just full of sugar, fat, additives & empty calories. Today, I am thrilled to share with you one of my favorite healthy variations on the classic Reese’s…

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Dark Chocolate Chip Ice Cream {Dairy Free}

Banana Ice Cream

Get ready to jump up & down. You, yes you, can make creamy soft serve ice cream in just minutes. Here’s the scoop: Frozen banana’s make the best ice cream. If you freeze a peeled banana until solid, then whiz it up in a food processor, it gets creamy and a little gooey, just like…

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Two Fall Salads You’ll Fall In Love With…

First and foremost, I want to welcome you to my new blog!! I am so thrilled & honored to have you here and I look forward to providing you with new recipes & inspiration! If you have any questions or requests, please reach out to me. I would love to hear from you! Now, onto…

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Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos

It is no secret in my house that I have an infatuation with tacos.  I could eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Yum. But let me shoot you straight. There are really only two reasons why I love tacos. First, they remind me of my years spent in San Diego where a good fish…

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