Gluten-Free

Paleo Lunch Idea: Bison Burger with Arugula Salad & Mashed Sweet Potatoes! When you’re eating Paleo and that burger-and-fries craving strikes…what to do? Try this caveman-style twist: my bunless bison burger and sweet potato mash! Meaty, umami, and satisfyingly starchy, this fuel-filled lunch option is totally ancestor-approved—and perfect for a Paleo meal prep!

NO Yeast, NO Machine, NO Knead: Vegan Gluten Free Bread with Buckwheat & Brown Rice Flour Crafting a gluten free bread recipe that’s soft, fluffy, and slice-able for sandwiches is challenging enough on its own. But, making a VEGAN gluten free bread recipe that doesn’t taste like cardboard? Faghedda bout it! Or so I thought… Homemade vegan […]

Whole30 Sheet Pan Dinner: Masala Style Crispy Baked Chicken Wings & Curried Cauliflower! Crave-ably crispy on the outside, baked-not-fried, and sumptuously spiced—these crispy baked chicken wings are truly irresistible! And, they’re unbelievably easy to prepare with only 3 ingredients: chicken wings, garam masala, and salt! Served with a side of curry roasted cauliflower, you’ve got […]

Whole30 Freezer Crockpot Meal: Slow Cooker Pineapple Turkey w/ Brussels Sprouts, Mushrooms & Bell Pepper Simplify your Whole30 meal prep with this veggie-packed dinner: my Asian-inspired slow cooker pineapple turkey! A deliciously sweet and savory meal that will last all week, or can feed the whole family on a busy night. Plus, I get a […]

Easy Whole30 Lunch Idea: Broccoli & Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry with Coconut Beef & Sweet Potato! Here’s a Whole30 lunch idea that’s deliciously simple and sure to satisfy! Creamy coconut beef and roasted sweet potato are the perfect complement to the savory, sesame goodness in this cauliflower rice stir fry. And, an awesome option to […]

One of My Favorite Whole30 Meals: Cauliflower Fried Rice with Sausage, Squash & Blueberries! Loads of garlicky goodness, tons of veggies, and quality protein to keep you fueled and satisfied—this Whole30 cauliflower fried rice bowl has it all! Sure, the combination of sausage, butternut squash, and blueberries might seem unusual. But, once you give it […]

How to Make Puppy Chow / Muddy Buddies with Chex + Clean Ingredients! Puppy chow, muddy buddies, monkey munch, reindeer chow, WHATEVER you like to call it—this crunchy-salty-sweet holiday treat is hard to beat! And, with just a few simple swaps, you can make the traditional puppy chow recipe SO much cleaner. The standard muddy buddies […]

Cinnamon Sugar “Churro” Glazed Pecans – Easy Stovetop Candied Pecans! Candied pecans are a classic holiday treat, but they’re rarely vegan-friendly and need almost an hour or more in the oven. Luckily, this lightened-up cinnamon glazed pecans recipe requires no oil, no egg whites, and NO oven—just the stovetop! Traditionally, candied pecans need egg whites […]

Easy Holiday Party Appetizer: Apple Pie Dip & Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips! Nothing beats chips and dip when you’re feeling snack-y. For the holidays, try a sweeter twist on the classic duo: apple pie dip with cinnamon sugar tortilla chips! A lighter, healthier treat to serve as a holiday party appetizer, or a fun after-school […]

Easiest Nutella Hot Chocolate Recipe—Hot Chocolate with Nutella and Milk! HOLY MOLY, this Nutella hot chocolate recipe is my favorite—better than any hot cocoa I’ve ever had. SO much flavor, deliciously sweet, and unbelievably simple to make. Forget those just-add-water cocoa packets. You can make the perfect hot chocolate with Nutella and milk—and that’s it! […]

Easiest Sugar Plum Jam Recipe – No Pectin, Just Sugar & Plums! I’ve never tried sugar plum candies, but this festive sugar plum jam sure tastes sweet as candy—in spreadable form! Plums are in season in fall, making for naturally-sweeter, extra delicious plum jam. I love the hint of tang, vibrant color, and that I only […]

Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe with Coconut Milk – Vegan, Paleo & Low Carb Friendly! Elegant, indulgent, and unbelievably simple—you only need TWO ingredients to make this easy chocolate truffles recipe! Creamy, fat-rich coconut milk makes each bite lusciously smooth and satisfying. And, you can use any chocolate you like, whether it’s milk, dark, or white! Personally, […]

Easy Lemon Drop Candy Recipe – Homemade Sour Hard Candy If you’re a fan of sour hard candies like Warheads, you’ve gotta try this festive lemon drop candy recipe! These goodies are bursting with intense, lemony flavor that’s so-sour-but-so-good—it’ll make your face pucker with joy. Seriously, don’t be fooled by the cute heart shapes… Made […]

2-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter | Easy Homemade Christmas Gift! Salty, creamy, and with a pinch of holiday spice—this pumpkin spice peanut butter recipe is deliciously irresistible! All of peanut butter’s savory, nutty goodness, infused with comforting, fall-time flavor. Personally, I love pumpkin everything all year-round, so this pumpkin spice peanut butter is a timeless […]

2 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Quinoa Bark Recipe – Easy Christmas Chocolate Bark With just 2 ingredients and minimal prep, you can make this sweet-and-crispy dark chocolate quinoa bark, featuring puffed quinoa instead of puffed rice! A deliciously simple and more fuel-filled Christmas chocolate bark option. Or, a tasty homemade Christmas gift that’s sure to please! […]

Cold Sweet Potato Noodle Salad Recipe– Healthy Thanksgiving Side Dish Ideas! With a light, fruity dressing and flavorful mix-ins, this cold sweet potato noodle salad is one of my fall-time favorites! Starchy sweet potatoes actually spiralize beautifully into sturdy veggie noodles that keep their shape in this spiralized salad. And, they’ve got a naturally vibrant, […]

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 […]