Brown Butter Carrot Cake With Honey Cream Cheese Frosting
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Carrots are one of our favorite vegetables and I’ll often make recipes like carrot coulis, carrot salad, or roasted carrots. This homemade carrot cake is another way to enjoy all…
Healthy Recipes
Delicious real food recipes for a healthier family. Many recipes are grain-free, dairy optional and kid-approved. Need help meal planning? Check out my meal planning service!
Recipes
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Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe
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I’ve had a garden for many years now and every Spring I look forward to getting my hands back in the dirt! One of the easy vegetables you’ll often find…
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How to Make Herbes de Provence at Home (Recipe)
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I’m never without homemade herbes de Provence in our kitchen. Abundant in the south of France, this spice mix really speaks to my love of French cooking. I use it…
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Brown Butter Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies
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The kids and I have been on a cookie testing spree lately. These brown butter chocolate chunk cookies with pistachios have made the cut. They’re sweet and savory in every…
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Homemade Jalapeño Salt (Easy Mineral-Rich Spicy Seasoning)
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Sometimes you just need to spice things up a little. This jalapeno salt recipe will do just that. With simple ingredients it’s full of healthy minerals and the perfect seasoning…
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Protein Brownie Batter Bites
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In high school and college I was addicted to all the processed junk food and sweets. Since then I’ve swapped out the mini snack cakes for real food options that…
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Homemade Healthy Hot Chocolate
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We don’t get much snow since we moved (or any!), but back in the day the kids loved playing outside for hours when it snowed. There’s something almost sacred about…
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Homemade Jerk Seasoning Recipe
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I resisted trying Jamaican jerk seasoning for years. It seemed strange to me to add cinnamon to savory dishes. Then, I was introduced to Cincinnati-style chili, which also uses cinnamon…
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Decadent Chocolate Covered Raspberry Bites
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Valentine’s Day is a day where many of us take the opportunity to tell our loved ones how much we appreciate them. Whether that’s a significant other, the ladies in…
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Healthier Homemade Samoas Cookies Recipe
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Girl Scout cookies are popular this time of year. It’s estimated that over 200 million of those crunchy, chewy, addictive small boxes sell every year. What’s not so tasty are…
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Slow Cooker Boston Butt Recipe (Instant Pot Option)
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Growing up and living in the south, I’m pretty familiar with pork barbecue. I’m also familiar with the fact that most barbecue places rely on high fructose corn syrup and…
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Easy Crockpot Chicken Tacos Recipe
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There are seasons when life feels (extra) full. Meals still need to happen, kids still get hungry (often earlier than expected), and having a plan for dinner can make the…
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Chili Lime Seasoning Recipe
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Chili lime seasoning is one of those things I didn’t think much about until it became something we used all the time. It’s simple, easy to make, and somehow works…
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Green Juice Benefits (Plus a Refreshing Recipe)
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Green juice has become more popular in recent years, especially during fasting or detox. It’s one of those wellness trends people either swear by or completely write off. For some…
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Southwest Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
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Growing up in Texas, I have a special place in my heart for Tex-Mex recipes. Simple dishes like these Tex-Mex lettuce wraps and southwest shepherd’s pie make a regular appearance…
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Delicious Herbal Tea Recipes and Their Benefits
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Herbal teas are a delicious and easy way to boost fluid intake and sneak in some extra nutrients. Unlike coffee and other teas that have caffeine, herbal tea benefits the…
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7 Layer Dip (Protein Packed)
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While I have my favorite stand-by appetizers, I’m always looking for something new to try. Especially when it involves making a traditional dish even healthier. This 7 layer dip recipe…
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High Protein Greek Yogurt Bagels (Perfect For Breakfast!)
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My kids are old enough that they can make their own breakfast now, but we still enjoy eating together as a family. Learning how to cook is a great skill…
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How to Make a Peppermint Mocha
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Every time Christmas rolls around, I start to have visions of a peppermint mocha. I unapologetically enjoy all things coffee, but fancy coffee drinks can be a real budget breaker…
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Peppermint Date Bark Recipe
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With Christmas just around the corner our family is in full holiday mode. That means hosting, baking, and making tasty treats like this peppermint date bark. It’s naturally sweetened with…
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Homemade Peppermint Mocha Creamer (Dairy-Free)
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It’s no secret that I’m an avid coffee drinker, even if I don’t drink it everyday. I’ve written many posts on the health benefits and controversies of coffee and have…
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Homemade Protein Cinnamon Rolls Recipe (With Greek Yogurt)
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There’s something so magical about pulling some warm cinnamon rolls from the oven on a chilly morning. These high protein cinnamon rolls are an easy way to get all the…
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Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie Recipe (Family Favorite!)
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One of our favorite cold-weather meals is classic shepherd’s pie. In this not-so-classic version, you get a big veggie boost from mashed sweet potato. It’s a delicious spin on traditional…
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Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup
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Cream of mushroom soup is an ingredient staple this time of year. From my favorite green bean casserole with cream of mushroom soup to smothered pork chops and even baked…