Special occasions need to be celebrated. And there is no occasion more special than welcoming a new baby into the world! I recently threw my daughter a baby shower. The party was lovely. We had perfect weather, delightful company, delicious food, and the drinks were festive, colorful and refreshing! I call this ‘The Citrus Sparkler’….
Whole 30 With Me in March!
When I decided to lead a Whole 30 group in January it was because for the first time in my life I felt my age. In the last few months of 2015 I had daily aches and pains, sinus congestion, lots of headaches and felt tired all the time. This was a new experience for…
Rosemary Butternut Squash “Fries”
Everyone, across the board, throughout the universe, likes fries. Unfortunately, most fries are not good for you. Of course you know this. Most are GMO potatoes fried in rancid oils. Sorry. Luckily I have a healthy, delicious option for you: fries that you’ll love, fries that will feel decadent, taste amazing, please the eye and…
15 Minute Beet and Citrus Salad Crostini
Many people enjoy beets but say they would use them in recipes more often if they didn’t take so long to prepare. I’ve got that problem solved with this ’15 Minute Beet and Citrus Salad Crostini!’ Gorgeous greens, cooked beets, tangerines and toasted baguette spread with goat cheese, all drizzled with a Sweet Tangerine Vinaigrette!…
Roasted Vegetable Salad
Roasted Vegetable Salad: Whole30, Paleo, Low Carb
The Best Homemade Chicken Salad!
The Best Homemade Chicken Salad! Whole30, Paleo, Keto compliant!
10 Pasta Dinners in 20 Minutes or Less!
10 delicious pasta recipes that can be made in 20 minutes or less!
Not Your Mama’s Root Beer Float
Not Your Mama’s Root Beer Float: a gourmet ice cream float served in a chocolate and sea salt dipped mason jar
Mango Pomegranate Chicken Salad
Mango Pomegranate Chicken Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Chicken Broth in As Little as 30 Minutes!
Instant Pot Bone Broth: Bone Broth in as Little as 30 Minutes!
Healthy Snacks Parents and Kids will Love!
Snacking. It can be a problem. Your kids come home from school, run to the pantry and pull out the fastest, most convenient, usually least healthy option available and inevitably you meander over and start eating what they are eating. Not so good. If you would like to start the new year off with healthier…
Spicy Roast Chicken with Root Vegetables
If you have been reading my blog for a while you probably know I am a big fan of the roasted chicken. And I love more than just the taste. I love the simplicity. I love that roasted chicken and vegetables are a healthy, satisfying combination. I adore that it’s a ‘one pan meal’ and…
Grandma Julia’s Green Beans
When I was a little girl, I hated green beans. I used my fork to slide them off my plate into my napkin when my mom was distracted. Then I wrapped them up, said I needed to use the bathroom and flushed them down the toilet. Leave no evidence. Yes, I was a brat. That…














