Homemade Quinoa Crust Pizza’s

I LOVE pizza! A few years ago I hopped on the cauliflower pizza crust wagon–so good. I still really enjoy those, but right now, I am into the quinoa pizza crust. Quinoa is actually the seed of a herbaceous plant. It is an unusual food that can be prepared like a grain and provides complete […]

DIY Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

This chocolate spread always feels like a decadent treat. It’s so simple to make, has so many uses and I feel good serving it to my kids because I know exactly what’s in it. This nut butter not only feels like a chocolaty treat but also delivers vitamins, minerals and healthy fats. [vc_empty_space height=”20px”] Hazelnuts […]

Rainbow Chard Wrap with a Smoky Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus

Walking in my garden early in the morning before the day’s chaos begins is in a way my form of meditation. It grounds me, helps me focus and center in on what I want to accomplish in my day. I plant rainbow chard every year, there is something about these grand dark green leaves with […]

Roasted Chickpea Snacking: 3 ways

Truth be told, cake, chocolate and ice cream are not my guilty pleasures, it’s those devilish crisp and salty chips that tempt me. When I was in junior high, I used to let my brown-bagged lunches pile up on the bottom of my locker and, instead, would buy a bag of either All Dressed or […]

Beautifying Antioxidant Overnight Oats

The Overnight Oats Sensation— Overnight oats can be made well in advance, which is perfect for busy mornings. You can add super-foods such as antioxidant-rich berries for your immune system, chia seeds to support digestion, and cinnamon that helps balance blood sugars. By having a filling breakfast you boost your metabolism for the rest of […]