Fast and Family-Focused Food Inspiration
I have been on a roll with vegan meat alternatives this week! I made my Vegan Ground Beef Alternative recipe 3 times this week! I made Bolognese, tacos, and tonight I made meatballs for Vietnamese Banh Mi Sandwiches. This is a family favorite we serve on our Family Meal Boards. It’s so much fun eating… Continue reading Easy and Tasty Vegan Meatballs!
This time of year I crave the tart and sweet goodness of cranberry sauce. I put it on everything from chicken, fish, crostini, my super-seed quinoa crackers or a beautiful wheel of brie! As my tip in the picture above indicates, I also enjoy adding it to hummus as well! Not only that, but I… Continue reading Clean and Easy Homemade Cranberry Sauce
This crazy, beautiful life calls for quick and easy meal preparation! Not to mention, it has to be delicious. This recipe for a Reuben Ring fits the bill. Put it together for brunch or a potluck, and you'll get rave reviews! Ingredients 1 Can of Crescent Rolls (Immaculate Baking Company makes clean Crescent Rolls!) 1… Continue reading Quick and Easy Sunday Brunch Idea: Reuben Ring
This is such a delicious meal that comes together so quickly, but will seem like it took hours in the kitchen! My kind of meal! The kids even came back for seconds and thirds, so this is special since there are lots of veggies in this meal- score! The broccoli can be roasted or steamed,… Continue reading Creamy and Smokey Spinach and Chicken Thighs w/ Roasted Broccoli, Honey Goat Cheese and Pomegranate Seeds
I love the idea of Holiday crafts that are super easy and don't take forever to complete or clean up. These fit the bill! Materials Needed: Candy Canes (full size or mini, in various colors or traditional) String or yarn Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone… Continue reading Quick and Easy Candy Cane Ornaments!
BLT Stuffed Avocados! Definitely making them again! 3 Avocados 1/2 lb bacon cooked and chopped 1 tomato chopped 1/4 lettuce the shredded 1/4 mayo 1/4 cup smoked Gouda cheese chopped small Sea salt and pepper to taste Slice each avocado in half and remove pit. Combine all ingredients and spoon into avocados. Cook at 425… Continue reading BLT Stuffed Avocados
As part of the Green Mom's Meet program, I have the opportunity to sample and review products. I really lucked out when I was chosen to review Flavor Your Life European Olive Oil. After all, I'm Italian, and use LOTS of olive oil! I was extremely impressed by the gorgeous Pinzimonio created by artist, Mary… Continue reading Simple Smoked Salmon Salad with Enjoy Life European Olive Oil
Just 3 Ingredients to this heavenly treat! This was a total hit with my 3 kids, even the one who doesn't like coconut anything! It's incredibly easy to make and super healthy, a win-win! 2 Mango 1 Can Coconut Milk 1/4- 1/2 Tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Place can in freezer for one hour,… Continue reading Vegan Mango Creamsicle Ice Cream!
This is the perfect summer treat that can be eaten for breakfast, lunch, dinner or as a snack! I'm not the biggest watermelon fan, I know, how Un-American of me! But there is something magical that happens when you add the marinated vidalias, sea salt and mint! I promise, give it a try and see!… Continue reading Individual Watermelon Pizzas Topped with Marinated Vidalias, Mint and Walnuts!
You heard me right; 15 minutes to guilt-free, homemade peanut butter cups! This is such a great way to satisfy a sweet craving without reaching for the ice cream! It is literally a 3 ingredient dessert with a few additional options for tweaking it the way you like it! 4 -70% Organic Dark Chocolate Bars… Continue reading 15 Minute Clean Peanut Butter Cups!
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