It’s that time of year – time to get back on track with nourishing foods. So this month I’m doing a simple smoothie series. Smoothies are a great way to pack in nutrition, and they can be tailored to meet any dietary restrictions. Plus kids love them! The other great thing about smoothies is that …
Allergen Friendly Meal Plans Week of 1-18-15
Good morning! January sure is going by quickly, don’t you think? We’re enjoying our three day weekend. We’ve already gotten hair cuts, gone ice skating and had family game night. Still on the agenda…Packers football. My son is becoming quite the sports fan, so he and my husband will be glued to the TV. My …
Soaked Donuts with Chocolate, Vanilla and Lemon Glaze
Soaked donuts make the perfect Saturday morning breakfast. Top them with chocolate, vanilla or lemon glaze for an extra special treat.For Christmas my three year old got me a donut pan. Such a subtle way of telling Mommy he wants more donuts! We experimented with donuts a bit ago without a donut pan. Now we …
Winter Spice Bread With Nutmeg Icing {soaked, gluten free, dairy free, nut free, corn free}
Winter spice bread is a gluten free sweet bread filled with spice and topped with a delicious nutmeg icing.I love having sweet breads on hand. They make great snacks or breakfasts. I also love them with a big bowl of nourishing soup. In the winter I don’t do as many fruity breads. I gravitate towards …
Meal Plans Week of 1-11-15
Nothing says good morning like a bar of soap in the eye. I think I can finally see again! Are you ready to start a new week? I know I am! Last week was full of highs and lows – a birth, a death, decisions…I’m ready for some calm this week. It will be …
Granola Pancakes {gluten free, dairy free, nut free, corn free}
Two favorite breakfast foods in my house are pancakes and granola. They are both delicious and filling – a great combination for hungry kids! I decided to combine these favorite foods into one and make granola pancakes! You get the fluffy pancake plus some extra sweetness and crunch of granola. You can use whatever granola …
My 2015 Goals
It’s that time again. Time to start a new year and set some goals! I’m not a fan of vague resolutions like losing weight or getting in shape. I like to come up with a list of some specific goals that are attainable and help me stay focused through the year. Last year I didn’t …
Meal Plans Week of 1-4-15
Welcome to the New Year! It doesn’t feel like it’s 2015 yet. Maybe that’s because I went to bed around 9:30 on NYE and have yet to watch my recording of the ball dropping! I also feel like I hardly know what day it is since we’ve been home all day for several days now …
Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream
This dairy-free pumpkin pie ice cream is filled with pumpkin and spice and crunchy pieces of pie crust. It is the perfect dessert for transitioning from summer into fall. Every fall pumpkin spice is everywhere. Some love it. Some hate. Me? I think pumpkin spice is delicious! Which is why I created this dairy-free pumpkin …
Crockpot Sweet And Sour Chicken Stir Fry Soup
I love stir fry. But with little kids and a busy schedule I don’t always have time to stand at the stove and cook. So I came up with a new way to eat stir fry – as a soup! Throw all of the ingredients in the crockpot in the morning. Dinner will be ready …