My kids and I LOVE to drink smoothies when they get home from school in the afternoons. They love the taste and I love knowing they are fueling their bodies with so much nutrition and protein. Here’s our favorite, My Berry Smoothie Recipe! Kid (and mom) Approved My kids LOVE this berry smoothie recipe! And […]
Recipes
How to Make Grape Kefir Soda
Grape kefir soda can replace regular soda and it’s healthy, full of probiotics, and can even give you some energy with no sugar rush or energy crash later on. It’s also super easy to make, so let’s get started! We gave up drinking soda and juice once our kids were born, but we really do […]
How to Cook the Perfect Hard-Boiled Egg in an Instant Pot
A super easy way to make the perfect hard-boiled eggs, that peel like a dream, in your InstaPot or pressure cooker! My kids consume eggs around here like we’ve got 500 chickens in the backyard. With four of them, we go through 5-6 dozen a week! So I’m always having to find creative ways to […]
Dangers of Non-Stick Cookware (Teflon) and What to Use Instead
Teflon is something we really need to steer clear of – it contains toxic plastics that actually release fumes as you cook and gets into the food we eat. The good news is, it’s easy and cheap to replace those non-stick pans with pans that last forever and are healthy! I used to be the […]
How to Cook Spaghetti Squash in a Pressure Cooker (InstaPot)
Spaghetti squash is a great alternative to pasta – it’s low in carbs, healthy and gluten-free! But cooking it can be annoying, especially the traditional way that’s done in the oven. Here’s how I do it in my pressure cooker (InstaPot), and it’s so easy! Spaghetti squash is riding the wave of popularity ever since […]
Kitchen Hack – Frozen Garlic Cubes
Garlic. A gift from the gods – I’m sure of it! This aromatic herb adds so much flavor to dishes and it’s healthy too. However, every time I see it listed in a recipe I cringe because I despise peeling and chopping garlic. Here is a kitchen hack that will save you from ever having […]
Homemade Chia Squeeze Pouches
Today I’m sharing a quick, easy and inexpensive recipe for homemade Chia squeeze pouches. This delicious and nutritious snack is perfect for on the go for both kiddos and adults. Becoming the mom of a toddler has opened my eyes to the world of “snack food.” Well, I should say, re-opened my eyes. I used […]
Homemade Fruit Roll-Ups
Here is one of our favorite homemade snacks- homemade fruit roll-ups! These are so simple to make and you need only a few REAL food ingredients. Any parent scanning the snack aisle at the local grocery store has seen the HUGE array of choices. From pudding cups, chips, crackers, to fruit based snacks such as Fruit […]
Anti-Inflammatory Iced Turmeric Ginger Latte
This has become one of my favorite creamy drinks that is also full of healing, and anti-inflammatory properties. Hope you enjoy this real and delicious recipe! I live in Texas and although the stores are gearing up for fall with jeans, scarves, button down shirts, it’s still over 90 degrees here on the reg and and […]
Homemade Larabar Recipe – Easy, Real & Nutritious!
Here is a super simple recipe for homemade Larabars, using all real food! These chewy, tasty bars are full of nutrients and easy to pack for an on-the-go snack. Enjoy! Added Nutrition Larabars are a staple in my house and have been since I made the switch to real food. They are like a chewy protein/granola bar […]
