Gluten Free

Kale chips are a quick and healthy alternative to potato and corn chips

When I started my health journey a few years ago, I discovered kale in large part thanks to my nutritionist. Admittedly, I had never even tried kale, let alone knew...

Non-alcoholic Orange Spritzers are a great alternative for brunch

I love brunch; gathering family and friends together over a mixture of sparkly beverages, fresh roasted coffee, and a variety of foods that appeal to breakfast and lunch lovers alike...

Coconut Oil Chocolate Almond Bark

If you follow this site, you know we’re big fans of coconut oil; I use it in smoothies, for most all of my high heat sautéing, as a salve for...

Rita’s Shrimp Salad (Paleo, GF, DF)

I’m so excited that my cousin has decided to give the Paleo lifestyle a shot, and from what she’s shared with me so far, she’s feeling great! It’s only been...

Chocolate Truffles (Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Vegan, Paleo)

These little guys look perfect for Halloween! I just saw these on Against All Grain, a fantastic blog by a woman named Danielle who is truly, incredibly talented! She has...

Gluten-free Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

No doubt there are several versions of butternut squash soup; sweetened with a touch of brown sugar, cinnamon or topped with nuts. I’ve made it sweet, I’ve made it savory,...

Low glycemic, gluten free goodies featured on The Today Show

I have to admit I was a happy girl when I saw the Today Show showcase allergen-free, low glycemic foods on their segment today.  Too often, national TV shows feature...

Paleo, Gluten-free Meatloaf

Over the last four years,  our family has switched from plastic to glass containers, gone from traditional household cleaners to all-natural, plant-based versions and are eating foods we had never...

Gluten free, dairy free ‘Chocolate Milk’

Chocolate, frothy goodness, packed with calcium and other vitamins? Yes please! This is a simple, quick fix for those moments when the cravings hit, and you can substitute any preferred...

Roasted figs and pistachio salad

There’s something about warm figs that I just love; whether they are wrapped in bacon, or simply served by themselves, I’m a happy girl when there are figs nearby. And...

Detox Juice Recipe

Why a detox juice? We’re eating foods that contain pesticides, herbicides and other chemicals. Our air is full of heavy metals, chemicals and toxins. Our meats contain steroids, antibiotic residue...

Post-workout Re-fueler Juice

Continuing our Juice recipe series (those which don’t require a juicer), this is a great juice for after your workouts! Almonds’ protein helps build and repair muscle, plus the potassium (twice...