Indian Style Spicy Shrimp

This was first introduced to me a while back by my Indian friend from NYC.  This dish was originally a deep fried chicken marinating in yogurt.  However, since we don't eat dairy or deep fried foods...I had to think of a way to change up this dish while still keeping the flavor profile.  This spicy … Continue reading Indian Style Spicy Shrimp

Strawberries & Cream Overnight Quinoa

Strawberries and Cream Overnight Quinoa Recipe After much rain in the Northeast the last few weeks, spring has finally come. I am so happy because in 2 weeks the strawberry fields by us are scheduled to open! Further, south some are already open and look at these beautiful gems of deliciousness.  Mmmmmm...fragrant and sweet...completely worth taking … Continue reading Strawberries & Cream Overnight Quinoa

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

Quinoa Fried Rice

Quinoa Fried Rice One of the foods that my kiddos love in their lunch boxes is fried rice.  Its something that is pretty easy to make on the fly or you can make it the night before and reheat in the microwave. In my mission to get the family to eat healthier, I have been … Continue reading Quinoa Fried Rice

Spiced Okra

Spiced Okra Summer time is coming and that means Okra Season!!  I have to admit, it was not a food that was common in my household as a child.  However, it just looked really good! You know how when you look at a vegetable and it just looks fantastic? It made me think of when I went … Continue reading Spiced Okra

Pepper Chicken

Pepper Chicken I hear this all the time that it’s almost impossible to make Chinese food when you are gluten free and soy free. When my kiddo was first diagnosed with her multiple allergies, I was in shock. We saw that wheat and soy had made the list. I realized I had to really rethink … Continue reading Pepper Chicken

Banana Split Overnight Quinoa

Banana Split Overnight Quinoa I'm 43 years old and I had a banana split for the first time in my life this year.  We were in Disney World, my husband ordered it and I had a few spoons of it. All I can say is, "Where in the world have I been all these years???". … Continue reading Banana Split Overnight Quinoa

CocoMango Overnight Quinoa

CocoMango Overnight Quinoa It must be mango season. Everywhere I go, I see mangos. They are at the local little markets to the big bulk Costco.  There are so many varieties, there are the big roundish green and red one to the small little oval "champagne" mangos.  All of them are delicious and have their own … Continue reading CocoMango Overnight Quinoa

#SpringFreely Dirt Cups

#SpringFreely Dirt Cups As a mother of 4 and a Girl Scout Troop Leader, I usually steer away from food related projects. This is because of kiddo's multiple food allergies. The saying goes...if its safe for my kiddo to eat…then its safe for the whole troop to eat. Recently, we discovered Enjoy Life Foods on the … Continue reading #SpringFreely Dirt Cups

Crockpot Asian Pulled Pork

This week the kids are all over the place, between after school activities, sports and play dates...this mom can't afford to be hovering over the stove.  The crockpot came out of the cupboard and tonight became a pulled pork night. This recipe takes little prep time and is pretty easy to assemble. We serve it … Continue reading Crockpot Asian Pulled Pork