Gluten-Free

Instead of Marshmallows, Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans & Oatmeal Topping! For this healthy sweet potato casserole, I’ve lightened up the traditional recipe by using mashed bananas for natural sweetness! I love the fruity flavor they bring to this fluffy mash and the nutty, crunchy topping. Plus, I don’t have to add ANY sugar […]

Root Vegetable Mash: Parsnip Turnip Potato Mash, Swirled with Carrot & Sweet Potato Mash! Upgrade your old-school mashed potatoes and try this wholesome root vegetable mash at Thanksgiving! Adding root vegetables like parsnips, rutabaga, and carrots to the mix makes this mash extra nutritious AND colorful. Plus, this marbled mash pairs sweeter AND savory varieties […]

Healthy Baked Hush Puppies – Thanksgiving Appetizer Ideas! Bring some bite-sized comfort to Thanksgiving with these scrumptious bacon and sweet potato BAKED hush puppies! No deep fryer needed—but they’re still filled with the nostalgic homestyle flavor and mouthfeel that I love. Buttery yet light, ultra-savory, and with just enough natural sweetness! For the base of […]

Russet & Sweet Potato Stacks – Easy & Healthy Thanksgiving Appetizers! These gorgeous Parmesan russet and sweet potato stacks are like fun-sized, health-ified potato gratin—on a stick! Using russet potatoes AND sweet potatoes adds more fun color and wholesome nutrients. Plus, it’s an irresistible savory-sweet flavor combination! If you’re looking for Thanksgiving appetizer ideas, these […]

Easy Low Carb Almond Flour Bread Recipe – NO Yeast, & NO Bread Machine! Whatever you THOUGHT you knew about dry, dense, cardboard-esque low carb bread recipes, think again. This low carb almond flour bread is soft, perfectly moist, and does not disappoint! It holds together well and has a fluffy, bread-y bite—perfect for low […]

Gluten Free Oat Bread Recipe – No Yeast, No Bread Machine! OAT my goodness…this honey oat bread recipe is just as delicious as it looks! Even without traditional all-purpose or wheat flour, oat flour bread is actually amazingly light and fluffy. Plus, every slice is filled with nutritious, whole grain goodness—and totally gluten free! Best of all, […]

6-Ingredient Gluten Free Bread Recipe – The BEST Homemade Gluten Free Sandwich Bread! This is the most basic and EASY gluten free bread recipe to make—but the taste and texture are out of this world! It’s soft, light, and fluffy, which isn’t always the case for a gluten free bread… Best of all, you only […]

Almond Stuffed Celery Sticks – Spooky Witch Fingers Halloween Treats! Try this crunchier, creepier version of ants-on-a-log for Halloween: spooky witch fingers! A.k.a. almond stuffed celery sticks—an awesome option for healthy Halloween snacks for kids. Simply fill celery ‘fingers’ with the nut or seed butter of your choice, and use whole almonds as ‘fingernails.’ You […]

Tomato, Olive & Guacamole Halloween Eyeballs – Healthy Halloween Party Snacks! Balance out the candy craze with healthy Halloween treats that are fun and festive instead of sugary and sweet! These goblin guacamole Halloween eyeballs snacks are healthy enough to eat ANY day of the year. Colorful, slightly creepy, and so easy to make! They’re […]

Black Lemonade / Charcoal Lemonade – Non Alcoholic Halloween Drinks for Kids (or Adults)! This spooky black lemonade has a secret superfood ingredient: activated charcoal! But, if charcoal lemonade (or ‘charcoal’ flavored anything) doesn’t sound super appealing to you…don’t worry. It only makes this regular ol’ lemonade LOOK like a creepy witches’ brew. But, you […]

Non Alcoholic Orange Halloween Punch for Kids (or Adults)! Get in the spooky spirit with this RADIOACTIVE orange Halloween punch! Okay, so it probably goes without saying that this fruit punch isn’t actually radioactive… But, the vibrant orange color makes it the perfect Halloween themed drink to serve at a party or gathering! And, made […]

Spider Web Taco Dip – Spooky Halloween 7 Layer Dip Recipe! This crave-able Halloween 7 layer dip is full of wholesome fuel and fun, festive colors! If you’re looking for Halloween party snack ideas, it’s hard to beat this spooky spider web taco dip. Serve with chips, raw veggies or whichever dippers you like and it’s […]

Dairy Free & Gluten Free Funfetti Mug Cake – Easy Microwave Mug Cake! Whether you’re living in a studio apartment or a college student in a dorm, this healthy funfetti mug cake has you covered. With just a mug, a microwave, and a few simple ingredients, you can have a warm, fluffy cake ready in […]

Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes – Dorm Friendly Microwave Meal! These taco stuffed sweet potatoes make for a deliciously nutritious, satisfying, AND budget-friendly vegetarian dinner! With canned tomatoes, beans, and corn in the meatless filling, you cut down on costs and prep time—without sacrificing flavor. An easy dinner option to include in a no cook meal prep […]

Vegan & Paleo Broccoli Salad Recipe + How to Cook Broccoli in Microwave! One of the secrets to eating enough veggies is to learn HOW you like your veggies prepared. Not a fan of cooked or steamed broccoli? Give this cold broccoli salad a try! By blanching your broccoli florets, they turn out slightly tender […]

Canned Chicken Salad on Avocado Boats – No Cook Meal Prep Lunch! Simplify your lunch meal prep with this easy canned chicken salad recipe! Instead of cooking chicken yourself, you can make your prep easier AND more affordable with canned chicken. It still offers the same nutrients and wholesome protein, and it’s perfect for dorm friendly […]

Easy Quinoa Oatmeal with Banana & Yogurt – Healthy Quinoa Breakfast Bowl! Oatmeal is a go-to option for college meal prep (especially in a dorm), but it’s not the only healthy, microwaveable breakfast. Instead, try this deliciously simple and budget-friendly twist: a QUNIOA breakfast bowl! Basically, it’s like a quinoa breakfast porridge or quinoa hot […]

Boneless Grilled Pork Chops with Ranch Seasoning No grill? No problem. With a simple grill pan, you can whip up perfectly grilled pork chops on the stove! If you’re intimidated by or unsure of how to cook pork chops, this quick and easy recipe is a great place to start. Simply toss your boneless pork […]

Bacon Wrapped Crock Pot Pork Loin – Easy Slow Cooker Pork Loin Roast! For an impressive, flavor-filled weeknight dinner, try this maple bacon crock pot pork loin! Even though the bacon wrapping looks ultra-gourmet, you won’t believe how simple this dish is to throw together. If you’ve ever roasted a whole chicken in the crock pot, […]

Honey Dijon Roasted Pork Loin – How to Cook a Pork Roast Personally, oven roasted pork loin is my favorite method for preparing pork—it’s so simple, juicy, and flavorful! And, since I love a salty-sweet combo, I chose a honey Dijon glaze for this pork loin roast recipe. With a bit of tarragon and fresh parsley, […]

Fluffy Pumpkin Protein Pancakes – Healthy Gluten Free Pancakes! Protein-packed but with NO powder, these pumpkin protein pancakes are a great fall-time breakfast option for kids, or adults! And, you won’t believe how light, fluffy and filling they are. Usually, protein powder is the go-to option for most people making protein pancakes. But, you can […]