Pumpkin Pie with Ginger Pecan Crust
Let’s start with dessert first. It’s the start of the holiday season and dessert is about to become a staple part of dinner. You’ll want to indulge if something catches your eye, so it makes sense to...
View ArticleGreen Bean Casserole
Green bean casserole is another Thanksgiving classic that can be modified to be a bit tastier, a lot healthier and certainly more special. Usually the casserole is made with condensed cream of...
View ArticleMashed Potatoes and Cauliflower
Let me start by saying that I LOVE mashed potatoes. I enjoy making this recipe because I feel great eating mashed potatoes knowing that I am also eating my cruciferous veggies, a family of vegetables...
View ArticleMexican Hot Cocoa
What a tasty treat! Hot cocoa spiked with cinnamon is simply delicious. With high quality chocolate it’s indulgent. This is a fun gift that has Southwestern flair written all over it! Use old jars...
View ArticleAll New Breakfast–Higher in Protein & No Refined Grains
Is “Eat a GOOD breakfast!” your New Year’s Resolution? Over 50% of US adults skip breakfast entirely, and the majority of the rest of us are slamming a quick bowl of cereal or an energy bar before...
View ArticleDark Chocolate Dipped Oranges
This is an extraordinarily simple treat that looks fantastic. Make it as a fun sweet-snack or serve it as an elegant dessert. And yes, there are health benefits here! Anti-inflammatory Antioxidants...
View ArticleBaked Thyme Crusted Tofu with Roasted Garlic Sweet Potatoes
Totally balanced-carbs from sweet potatoes, protein from tofu, fat from vinaigrette dressing, olive oil and tofu and fiber and antioxidants from tofu, steamed veggies and salad.
View ArticleTandori Grilled Chicken, Cilantro-Mint Raita & Indian Spiced Millet Tabouli
“That’s the best meal you’ve made in a while!” Yes, those were the words coming out of Dan’s mouth after Sunday dinner this week. Ahh, so pleasing to my ears. Dan is a really good sport. Sometimes my...
View ArticleSummertime Oatmeal (Muesli)
I really love oatmeal. But eating oatmeal all summer is a little ridiculous. It’s much too hot for hot cereal! That’s why I make Summertime Oatmeal. It’s a great way of enjoying oatmeal all year! Some...
View ArticleDinner in Under 30
Kirkland Organic No-Salt Seasoning blend was an impulse buy last time we were in CostCo. Organic-good. No Salt-wonderful. Seasoning blend-gluten free? Yes, it’s gluten free! All this means that this...
View ArticleTastier, Healthier, Lighter Coleslaw
Coleslaw is the classic side to burgers and can be really healthy! This coleslaw is made lighter and tastier with canola mayo and yogurt in the dressing. Choose non-GMO canola mayo rather than...
View ArticleChinese Takeout…Revamped
One of my favorite comfort foods is Chinese takeout and I think it’s safe to say I’m not alone in the struggle to find nourishing options. In my attempt to make a healthier choice while ordering in, I...
View ArticleLemon Thyme Spaghetti Squash
by Katie Lehn I was recently gifted a basket full of fresh herbs from a friend’s beautiful garden. Basil & sage & thyme, oh my! It was perfect timing, as I have been going through a creative...
View ArticleCilantro Peanut Ginger Dressing
By Katie Lehn, RD Looking for something delicious to dip your veggies in? Or, perhaps something to give your salad a tangy, Thai twist? Try out this delectable (and not to mention quick and easy)...
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