Grilled Chicken Makeover

Usually we keep it pretty clean in making our grilled chicken, just some pink salt and pepper (maybe a little spray of olive oil) and the on the grill it goes.  It's great the first day but after a while its a little...BLAH!  But you know with a skillet, a tsp of coconut oil and … Continue reading Grilled Chicken Makeover

Burrito Bowl

Burrito bowls are one of my favorite things to eat because in our family it's a remake of leftovers. I know there are so many places that have them now but other than worrying about allergies...having to pay $10 per person for a family of 6 can be pretty steep. Another reason for making it … Continue reading Burrito Bowl

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

Non-Alcoholic Strawberry Daiquiri

Non-Alcoholic Strawberry Daiquiri There is definitely something in the air...I'm starting to dream of mojitos and daiquiries.  The sun is out and the breeze is warm, making you want to lounge on the beach and drink pretty drinks. As much as I would love to hop in a car and drive off to the nearest … Continue reading Non-Alcoholic Strawberry Daiquiri

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”

Cleaned Up Gluten Free Empanadas

One of the things that is hard to avoid is pizza! I am not kidding with you, its at most of the school functions, team functions, office or birthday parties! You know what I am talking about. So what in the world do you do when you can't have dairy or wheat OR you are just trying … Continue reading Cleaned Up Gluten Free Empanadas

A Refreshing “No”-jito

A Refreshing "No"-jito Recently we went to a Cuban restaurant and they are known for these amazing mojitos.  However, I was with my kiddies and wasn't in the mood to imbibe.  Instead, I got a no-jito...which is essentially all the ingredients of a mojito with no rum.  It was so refreshing that I decided I would attempt … Continue reading A Refreshing “No”-jito

Kiddo’s Quinoa Salad

Kiddo’s Quinoa Salad Our addiction to quinoa, all started when a friend challenged me to make quinoa taste good.  She was convinced that quinoa was just a "glorified dirt".  I was challenged to put together 21 recipes with quinoa and it HAD to taste good.  Lucky for me I have 4 built-in super honest taste … Continue reading Kiddo’s Quinoa Salad