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Sweet & Savory Quinoa Bars/Brittle

This is such a delicious and nutritious granola bar/nut brittle recipe. It’s versatile as all of my recipes are! I made it last night with only quinoa and no oats. I used raw cashew and pumpkin seeds, no chia. It was absolutely delicious!  Ingredients 1/2 cup uncooked, rinsed quinoa (check the package to see if… Continue reading Sweet & Savory Quinoa Bars/Brittle

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Italian Pepper & Egg Sandwiches

These beauties bring back such great memories of my Grandma Emma. She would pack pepper and egg sandwiches for any road trip or outing we had planned. They often accompanied her to the Bingo hall! They are an Italian Comfort Food staple that can be perfect for a quick and easy breakfast, lunch, or dinner!… Continue reading Italian Pepper & Egg Sandwiches

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Easy Sourdough Bread Recipe

Many folks insist on weighing ingredients and using a scale, but I honestly like the ease of using cups. I have been successful with this, and I believe you can be too! I embarked on the sourdough journey back in January 2023, and my loaves have evolved with tweaks to the original recipe from the… Continue reading Easy Sourdough Bread Recipe

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Mixed Berry Crumble Sourdough Muffins – DF/GF

I have embarked on the sourdough journey, which results in lots of discard. These muffins are a great use of sourdough discard! FOR THE MUFFINS: • 1 c. Organic or gluten free all-purpose flour • ½ tsp. baking soda • ¼ tsp. pink salt • ¼ c. coconut sugar • 1 c. unfed sourdough starter… Continue reading Mixed Berry Crumble Sourdough Muffins – DF/GF

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Chickpea& Avocado Mayo

Thanks to my Mama for asking where she can buy Chickpea Mayo. I thought hmmmm, never even seen it, so I’ll make it! 1 Cup Chickpeas1/2 of an Avocado Juice of half of a lemon1/4 cup aquafaba (the liquid from low-sodium canned chickpeas)1/2 teaspoon pink Himalayan or sea salt1 tablespoon white or apple cider vinegar… Continue reading Chickpea& Avocado Mayo

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Instant Pot White Bean & Cabbage Stew with Calabrian Chili and Pink Orange Gremolata Topping

The perfect Good Friday meal! Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onion, chopped3 cloves minced garlic1 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt1⁄2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 pound dry white beans6 cups water1 Tbs Better than Boullion (any flavor)1 pound potatoes, diced4 cups cabbage, chopped1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped Gremolata Ingredients1 bunch Tower Garden Italian flat-leaf parsley, finely… Continue reading Instant Pot White Bean & Cabbage Stew with Calabrian Chili and Pink Orange Gremolata Topping

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Vegan Ricotta, Zucchini, and Carrot Rose Tart or Tartlets (GF Options!)

My daughter is about to turn 7 and I thought these individual Zucchini and Carrot Rose Tarts would be the perfect Birthday Breakfast! Vegan Ricotta 1 Block Extra Firm Organic Tofu cut into cubes2 Tbs Nutritional Yeast1 Tbs Lemon Juice or Apple Cider Vinegar1 Tsp Pink Himalayan Salt2 Cloves of garlic mincedOptional (Fresh Herbs like… Continue reading Vegan Ricotta, Zucchini, and Carrot Rose Tart or Tartlets (GF Options!)

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Pumpkin Bisque w/Crispy Pinto Beans

It’s just August, but my daughter has been requesting Pumpkin Bisque. She’s a girl after my own heart. 🧡 This bisque comes together quickly and will be perfect for packing in a thermos for lunch during the week. What’s your favorite fall soup? Ingredients 2 15 oz. cans of Pure Pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)… Continue reading Pumpkin Bisque w/Crispy Pinto Beans

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Fresh Foodie Mama’s Favorite Lunch Boxes and Accessories

It's already back to school shopping time, and that means making sure your kiddos have a durable, appropriate, and appealing lunch box for school or homeschool outings. I've put together a list of some of my favorite boxes and tools to make this year fun, and stress-free when it comes to packing a lunch for… Continue reading Fresh Foodie Mama’s Favorite Lunch Boxes and Accessories

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5-Minute Healthy Banana Split Breakfast Board! + Homemade Sweet & Savory Granola

This fun board comes together quickly and it’s a healthy breakfast or dessert everyone will enjoy! Ingredients: Bananas Yogurt (Vegan options like coconut or almond are great!) Granola (See my sweet and savory version below) Whip cream (coconut whip is a delicious vegan option) Spilt bananas and place on a board or in individual bowls.… Continue reading 5-Minute Healthy Banana Split Breakfast Board! + Homemade Sweet & Savory Granola