Carrot Salsa

Carrot Salsa The first time I had this was at a friend's house.  It is actually a traditional Indian condiment that is served with Biryani rice. I loved it so much that I was literally eating it out of the bowl.  My friend gave me her recipe and over the year there has been tweaks … Continue reading Carrot Salsa

House Oatmeal Cookie

House Oatmeal Cookie My daughter asked me to make cookies for her today. I am going to call this  "House Oatmeal Cookie". I bet you are wondering why I am calling it that, it's because I made it literally with what I had in the "house". LOL!  We try to have things on hand when our … Continue reading House Oatmeal Cookie

Lean Green Pina Colada

Lean Green Pina Colada The thought process behind this recipe is pure and simple...I LOVE PINA COLADAS! In fact, my children also love pina coladas.  However, one of my 4 kids is very naughty about vegetables. To get her to eat more vegetables I have been adding it to her smoothie. I like adding spinach … Continue reading Lean Green Pina Colada

Garlic Salt Kale Chips

Crispy Garlic Salt Kale Chips This weekend is the 4th of July weekend. I am going to have fruit and veggie platters out but I really wanted something salty and crunchy. I put out some kettle potato chips too but unfortunately it wasn’t for me. Then it occurred to me that I could make kale … Continue reading Garlic Salt Kale Chips

Quinoa Corn Bread

Quinoa Corn Bread Since eating cleaner and going gluten-free, I realize really miss cornbread. We use to use the little blue box mix.  Oh...you all know which one I am talking about.  The cheapest one at the store...yes, that one!  However, not only is it not clean, it has wheat. It's been a while since … Continue reading Quinoa Corn Bread

Chocolate Chip Blondies

Chocolate Chip Blondies The kiddies and I are having some friends over for a playdate. I wanted to make some goodies.  When I say goodies, I mean more than just a bowl of fruit and popcorn.  I wanted to make a true treat that little 9yrs olds would get excited about. The other kids don't have the … Continue reading Chocolate Chip Blondies

CocoMango Grits

CocoMango Grits There are days where you are just craving a little comfort food in the morning.  For me, I love a warm bowl of grits. I wonder if it's because its warm and that you can eat it with a spoon. Honestly, it is so easy to make...Just follow the package! Each brand has a … Continue reading CocoMango Grits

Gluten Free Bacon Cheddar Rolls

Gluten Free Bacon Cheddar Rolls I am constantly searching for a clean gluten free bread.  Not just any gluten free bread but something that actually can hold up to a sandwich and not crumble. Plus the bread can't contain dairy, soy, tree nuts or peanuts and have to be from an allergen free facility. (Well, … Continue reading Gluten Free Bacon Cheddar Rolls

Salsa Fresca…aka “Fresh Sauce”

Salsa Fresca Salsa Fresca, the name says it all doesn't it?  Salsa Fresca means "Fresh Sauce" in Spanish.      Its clean, its fresh and its gluten free! Plus, you can always customized it to your taste. I usually make a batch with Jalepenos and a batch without Jalepenos but with extra garlic. I store … Continue reading Salsa Fresca…aka “Fresh Sauce”

Banana Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookie

Banana Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookie Who doesn't love cookies! They are yummy and easy to carry around. The only thing bad about cookies is that it is not very good for us (at least most of the time). This cookie is special because I make them for my allergy kid. This cookie is free of dairy, soy, … Continue reading Banana Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookie