Roasted Brussel Sprouts I absolutely cannot complain, I have kids who love brussels sprouts. Recently, I happen to stumble upon a large bag of it at Costco and of course I had to buy it. This time of the year we see it at most grocery stores and I thought I would share how I prepared … Continue reading Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Easy Vanilla Chia Pudding I contemplated whether to write this recipe down or not because it wasn't fancy or extravagant in any way. In fact, it's down right simple to make and really plain "vanilla", vanilla chia pudding to be exact. Both my daughters happens to be very fond of this quick and easy dessert/breakfast. … Continue reading Easy Vanilla Chia Pudding
Cranberry Apple Butter This year instead of serving cranberry sauce, I wanted to make something different. The thing is that I didn't want to completely eliminate cranberries, after all it is synonymous with the holidays. After some thought, I thought it might be nice to make a cranberry apple butter. The sweetness of the apple … Continue reading Cranberry Apple Butter
Cinnamon Apple Butter Don't laugh at me but I have been very hesitant about using my electronic pressure cooker (aka. instant pot). I had this irrational fear of it exploding in my kitchen and food all over my walls. I must have read the instruction pamphlet a hundred times, to ensure there was no mistake … Continue reading Cinnamon Apple Butter
Pea Shoots Shrimp Summer Rolls Recently, my friends at Pilates Barre of NJ took me to the Happy Harvest Hydroponic Farms. These ladies were working on balancing clean living with clean eating and thought I would enjoy the field trip. I have to admit outside of Disney World's EPCOT, I have not seen a working hydroponic … Continue reading Pea Shoot Shrimp Summer Rolls
Crockpot Chicken This is one of the original recipes on my Facebook blog and I thought it might come in handy as we approach the fall holidays. I know that at my grocery store around Thanksgiving, when you spend a certain amount you have a choice of a free ham, whole turkey or a whole … Continue reading Crockpot Chicken
Date Sweetener In my quest to use less refined sugar, I have been experimenting with raw organic agave, honey and maple syrup. However, after a friend gave me a box of Medjool dates, I have found a new culinary gem! These tasty naturally sugary fruits are delicious on their own but when combined in salads, … Continue reading Date Sweetener
Gluten Free Allergen Friendly Expo 2017 I am delighted to announce that the Gluten Free & Allergen Friendly Expo will be returning to the Secaucus Meadowland Exposition Center from October 14-15. Last year, I went to the Expo and even brought all 4 kids with me. There was so much food and games there, that they … Continue reading Gluten Free Allergen Friendly Expo
Seed Butter Cookies I am always trying to make a healthier treat for my kiddos (and myself). Let's face it, sometimes we just need a cookie! This year, the kids have also been working so hard on their swimming that I feel they needed a healthy treat that would provide some extra protein. Given that … Continue reading Seed Butter Cookies
Cauliflower Tots There is one thing that is constant with my kids and it's that they love tator tots. There is no faster way for them to get to the dinner table than me saying "tator tots"! This may also be true for some of the grown ups in my life...heh heh. As you all … Continue reading Cauliflower Tots
