Autumn is nearly upon us. And each morning, I will be having a daily turmeric morning detox drink to keep me shielded from colds and other nasty stuff. In my opinion, it is one of the best seasons in the year. But, in the Fall, you start to notice a drop in temperatures, and if…
Gluten-free Recipes
Round up of our best smoothies
We thought that our readers would benefit from having a round up of our best smoothies in one single page. Here you will find our healthy collection of three to five-minute breakfast or workout smoothie recipes to protect and invigorate your part of the day! Each of the recipes is packed with nutritious vitamins, minerals and benefits…
What to do with lots of carrots?
Don’t know what to do with lots of carrots? You are not alone. Millions of people ask the same question at least once a week. I did a search. 🙂 We often have a surplus of carrots in our household. And that is okay. To be honest with you, we make several recipes. We bake,…
Batch Meal Plan: Black Bean & Zucchini
Our main ingredients for this week’s batch meal plan are black beans and zucchini, since they are in prime season! Plus, they are a healthy food option. This week’s five meals tend to be a little more southwestern in nature, though they are not necessarily spicy for folks who like foods with a little kick….
What to do with Oversized Zucchini
Have you ever walked into your garden and found a zucchini that is actually HUGE? You know, like this one that is a 2 feet long (Lady holding it) and weighs 10 lbs. Extra large zucchini tend to be seedy and tough, but don’t throw them away just yet. Note: At maturity age, they can…
Green Kale Chips
Kale chips make the perfect pre-dinner appetizer and bite size party snacks. They are healthy, crunchy, and visually appealing. The key to cooking great kale chips is the oven temperature. I have found that a lower setting and longer cooking time helps the kale maintain its bright beautiful green color. The oil on the kale…
Tostones Recipe
I tried tostones for the first time at a Cuban restaurant in Southern California. I loved the crispy outside and the soft inside. They make a great appetizer or side dish and appeal to everyone because of their mild, simple taste. Twice fried plantains.