PB and J Granola Bars
Granola bars make a great snack, but many on the market are full of junk ingredients. These are simple to make and packed with fiber and healthy fats. Granola bars with minimal ingredients that you can feel good about feeding to your kids.
Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Zucchini is in season and what better way to use it than to make this simple and healthy zucchini bread loaf. Of course I had to make it chocolate! This quick bread is not overly sweet. It has minimal added sugar, and also gets natural sweetness from bananas. It uses one cup of grated zucchini, […]
Maple Cinnamon Granola
Many store bought granolas are high in sugar, high in fat, and full of a bunch of unnecessary ingredients. The ones that are healthier are incredibly expensive. You can make your own granola at home for a fraction of the cost and with only a few simple ingredients. All you need is a bowl and […]
Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
This is a quick and healthy one pan meal that is ready in 30 minutes, and great for taco night! This meal cooks all in the same pan which makes for super easy cleanup. Start the veggies first, because they take longer to cook, and add the shrimp during the last 10 minutes of cooking. […]
Decadent Chocolate Brownie Bites
Do you crave a bite of something sweet after a meal? I certainly do, and these chocolate date bites totally satisfy my sweet tooth. They are so rich and decadent with only a few simple ingredients. You only need one or two to satisfy that craving of something sweet. Dip them in melted chocolate and […]
Loaded Veggie Stir Fry
When I began my health journey over 20 years ago and started learning how to cook, veggie stir fry was a meal that I made about once a week. Not only was it a quick weeknight dinner, but it was how I would get my very picky daughter to eat vegetables. She has a more […]
Shrimp and Veggie Pasta
Healthy and simple pasta dish in under 30 minutes! You can still enjoy pasta even on a health journey; just load it up with veggies and protein. Years ago I was following a gut protocol to improve my digestion and skin issues I was having at the time. This recipe aligned with that program; lots […]
Beer Bread
The easiest loaf of quick bread you will ever bake! No yeast or rise time needed. All you do is add the ingredients into a bowl, mix, and pop in the oven to bake. In one hour your house will smell amazing, and you will have a freshly baked loaf of bread. This loaf is […]
Peanut Butter Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies
If you have a ripe banana lying around that you don’t know what to do with, then these cookies are for you! These cookies are simple to make. Mix all the ingredients in the same bowl for easy clean up. They are gluten free and are only sweetened with a banana and some chocolate chips. […]
How to Make a Mason Jar Salad
Making a mason jar salad is a great way to prepare a healthy, portable meal ahead of time. Here’s a basic guide to making one: Ingredients: Instructions: Tips:
Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie Bars
Gluten free, flour free, and made with minimal sugar, these bars are healthy enough to have for breakfast or a snack. A brownie healthy enough to have for breakfast.
Funfetti Muffins
My daughter was feeling nostalgic and wanted funfetti. I told her I can make a healthier version without all the additives and preservatives of a box cake mix. She is my harshest food critic and just rolled her eyes and said, “Ok, whatever Mom.” It took me a few tries, but I finally got the […]