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Individual Watermelon Pizzas Topped with Marinated Vidalias, Mint and Walnuts!

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!

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Gluten Free and Vegan – Cherry Berry Skillet Crumble!

Gluten Free and Vegan - Cherry Berry Skillet Crumble! A guilt-free dessert with all of the summer flavor! Filling: 3 cups cherries and blackberries sliced 1 tbs maple syrup Topping: 2 Cups Almond meal/flour 4 Tbs Coconut Oil 1 tbs maple syrup 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp vanilla Pinch of sea salt Combine filling in… Continue reading Gluten Free and Vegan – Cherry Berry Skillet Crumble!

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15 Minute Clean Peanut Butter Cups!

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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Creamy and Cruciferous Tuna Panzanella

Tonight's dinner was an absolute winner! After coming off of a weekend filled with a viral invasion of our home, it had to be tasty and give us strength! This Panzanella Salad's base is a mixture of broccoli and cauliflower, which in addition to the many naturally occurring vitamins and minerals, contain glucosinolates, which help… Continue reading Creamy and Cruciferous Tuna Panzanella

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Veggie Art

  Beautiful art can be created in many ways!  In our home we use multiple tools for inspiration to achieve different gorgeous results! This morning's art came from saved celery heart ends from the kids' snack this week. Just press into paint, and voile, you have a flower shaped paint stamp!  These would be perfect… Continue reading Veggie Art

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Roasted Cod and Blistered Tomatoes with Italian Salsa Verde

If you're looking for something  quick, healthy and different for your weeknight meal rotation, this dish fits the bill! But make note, it can be an elegant main dish for a dinner party and it's a snap to put together. Who doesn't love that?! The Salsa Verde will change your world, like seriously, it's the… Continue reading Roasted Cod and Blistered Tomatoes with Italian Salsa Verde

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Honey-Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta, Feta and Cranberries

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved 1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt Pinch freshly ground pepper 4 oz pancetta, diced 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/4 cup raw honey 1/2 cup  bone broth or stock 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled 1/4 cup fresh cranberries 1/4 cup  fresh herbs… Continue reading Honey-Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta, Feta and Cranberries

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How to Respectfully Handle Gifts of “Unclean” Food from Family

How to Respectfully Handle Gifts of "Unclean" Food from Family It sounds like such a first- world problem! Especially as we approach Thanksgiving, a time when we reflect on our many blessings and reach out to others in need. However, this is an issue that comes up in our family and may in others that… Continue reading How to Respectfully Handle Gifts of “Unclean” Food from Family

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Abruzzi Soup

    This soup reminds me so much of my childhood! It is my absolute favorite!  Five minutes after starting the stock, the intense aroma from the prosciutto permeates the air, and immediately I'm six years-old sitting at my Grandparent's kitchen table again! My Grandma Emma prepared this soup often and always called it "Minestrone",… Continue reading Abruzzi Soup