I love bananas, and as I’ve written about before, there are so many things you can do with them… but one of my very favorites is to make muffins… especially banana chip muffins! These are a family breakfast favorite and since I make them with freshly milled Ezekiel 4:9 flour, I feel even better about …
Creamy Spring Asparagus and Potato Soup
Thiscreamy spring asparagus and potato soup is one of our favorite and most amazing spring time recipes that uses delicious, fresh asparagus from the garden… and I make it right in my Vitamix! This recipe serves 8 hungry people who are looking for something to tantalize their taste buds and fill their stomachs. They won’t …
Best Thanksgiving Cooking Tools (and Recipes)
Our Thanksgiving cooking tool guide is full of ideas to help you stay organized and stress-free in the kitchen and beyond. These cooking tools are total must-haves. Yay! Gobble-Gobble.
Entertaining For Food Allergies: A Whole-Foods, Allergy-Friendly Holiday Meal Plan
In need of a whole foods, allergy-friendly holiday meal plan? Jessica has you covered! By Jessica, Contributing Writer Do you have family or friends with food allergies? It can be tricky feeding folks on special diets, but I can help! Unfortunately, I know it well…because we’re the ones with the food allergies. We’re the ones with …
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Perfect Grain-Free Pumpkin Bars
By Kelly Smith, Contributing Writer With just one taste, I’m sure your family will be amazed at just how delicious grain-free baking can be! With its aromatic fall-inspired spices paired with rich pumpkin flavor and light, moist texture, this easy-to-make pumpkin bar recipe is a delight to each of the senses. Developing healthy and delicious recipes the whole family …
The Great Pumpkin: 5 Ways to Enjoy the Season with Real Pumpkins
One of our favorite Fall traditions is picking out pumpkins for each family member. Over the years we’ve found some creative ways to display and enjoy the beautiful, colorful, and healthy pumpkin. Cheers to all-things-pumpkin!
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Bulletproof Coffee DIY with 4 Ingredients
Bulletproof coffee helps you stay healthy, energized and “regular”. Once I found this easy 4-ingredient coffee recipe, I was hooked. Drinking bulletproof coffee has helped my skin, digestion, mood, heart health, and so much more. Try this out! Cheers to delicious coffee!
Why You Should Take Cod Liver Oil
If there’s one supplement for everyone, it’s cod liver oil. Here are reasons you should take cod liver oil and an explanation of benefits.
Your Real Food Camping Menu Primer (With 50+ Recipes & Food Ideas!)
This is your real food camping menu primer (AND recipes!) whether you’re grilling, cooking over an open fire, or using a gas camp stove.
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3 Methods to Make Herbal Iced Tea (And a Few Recipes I Love)
Herbal iced tea is a great way to cool off during the summer or a wonderful alternative to other cold beverages. Here are three methods for making it, along with a couple of favorite recipes for you to try.
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Our Journey to Gluten Free…in the Country (and a Recipe!)
It’s hard enough being gluten free, but how do you face the struggles of a special diet and the seriousness than can result from cross contamination when you live in the country? One family shares their story and gives us all hope! If you’re interested in sharing YOUR story, we would love to hear it. …
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How I Connect with My Husband Through Love Language & Creme Brûlée
Connecting with your husband can be quite the challenge, especially if you’re speaking different love languages. Here’s some insight to help you.
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Healthy Creme Brûlée Recipe + Video #DIYFriday
This healthy creme brûlée recipe is perfect for a night for two or even for the whole family. The recipe is included below, as is a video to demonstrate just how easy it is.
Getting Help with Meal Planning
If, like me, you struggle with meal planning, be sure to sign up for the Make Ahead Meal Plan Challenge and take your family’s dinnertime to the next level (and save your sanity!).
12 Simple Homemade Spice Mixes
Have you ever looked at what’s in the spice mixes you buy at the store? If the yuck bothers you, be sure to check out these homemade spice mixes!
A Few of My Favorite Thanksgiving Things
I was inspired this year to collect my favorite Thanksgiving things into one place. Here they are…and I’d love to hear what yours are too!
How to Stir-Fry Lettuce the Easy Way #DIYFriday
Have you ever wondered how to stir-fry lettuce? It’s surprisingly easy and even better, it’s something my kids devoured! Here’s how, complete with pictures.
Crustless Quiche Recipe for a Nutrient Rich Meal #DIYFriday
This crustless quiche recipe makes for a tasty, nutrient-dense, and protein-packed meal. It’s the kind of meal that you can vary and enjoy anytime!
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Well Belly Fennel Seed Tea Recipe
Whether you have full-blown belly woes or just need some help getting things “moving,” this fennel seed tea recipe will keep you calm in all the right ways!
How to Make Your Own Herbal Bath Tea: Sleepy Time Recipe
Here’s how to make your own herbal bath tea. Herbal bathing with this recipe is perfect to help you relax so you can get to sleep easier (and stay asleep).
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Southwest Grilled Chicken: Easy, Moist, and Full of Flavor
This Southwest Grilled Chicken recipe has become a fast family favorite since I began making it. It tastes great, is easy to make, and is nutritious, too!
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What Is Moringa? {Healthy Leaf Product Review}
What is Moringa? Thanks to A Healthy Leaf and the opportunity to do a product review, I found out all about it, including what great benefits it offers.
An Easy Healthy Summer Dessert Recipe: Watermelon Lemonade Ice
Two ingredients and a few minutes is all it takes to make this easy healthy summer dessert!
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Best Summer Grilling Idea: Cilantro Lime Chicken!
This cilantro lime chicken recipe may just be the best summer grilling idea you’ll find…and we think you’ll use it more than once!