Beet Boost makes my heart happy!!! đź’“ In more ways than one! For years it has been my go-to pre-workout beverage or recovery drink. Many days, it’s both! It helps me to feel ready to take on a tough workout, to sustain my energy throughout, and to recover more quickly afterward. I just love that […]
Peach Berry Cobbler
There is just something magical about peaches. When they’re in season, they are truly nature’s candy! They go great in a number of dishes, but my absolute favorite is this peach berry cobbler I created a few years ago. Why it has taken so long to share the recipe with you on this blog is […]
Pumpkin Oat Waffles
I like to think that every season has its flavor. The indisputable flavor leader for fall is pumpkin. And for good reason. Pumpkin goes with everything! Most of the pumpkin goodness you’ll find in stores and restaurants is loaded with calories and sugar. If you’re looking for festive flavors without the guilt, try this one […]
Favorite New Finds – Recipes for Entertaining
I was privileged with hosting 3 parties for Christmas and wanted to create menus that would delight everyone in attendance.  It’s not an easy task when feeding a wide variety of people: little kids, tweens, and adults; whole food plant based eaters and vegetarians; and many Standard American Diet eaters.  I found some real crowd-pleasing dishes […]
Power Plant Milk
I created this recipe to be a calorie booster for my toddler, free of all the additives found in most grocery store milks.  It’s full of Omega-3’s, vitamins, and minerals that can be hard to find elsewhere. Ingredients: 1/2 cup blanched almonds 1/2 cup raw walnuts 1/4 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup shelled hemp seed […]
Homemade Guilt Free Waffles
New and improved recipe includes a flax egg-like binder! Looking for a hearty tasty breakfast that everyone will love? Try these guilt-free waffles for a power-packed delight! 2 ripe bananas 2 1/2 -3 cups gluten free oats 1/4 cup oat milk (soy and almond work great too) 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp vanilla (sugar-free alcohol-free […]
