I used to hate beets. I didn’t understand how anyone could eat those slimy, weird things, they were NOT good. And then, as a young bride, my mother-in-law fed them to me. You have to make a good impression on your mother-in-law, especially at first, right? You have to eat what she serves when… Continue reading Just when you thought you didn’t like beets…
Guuuyyyss!!!!!!!!!!! I recently had the most amazing experience, and I’m so excited to share it with you. I got to tour the Blendtec factory!!!! I tend to geek out about the things I love and the tools that I use to make my healthy lifestyle simple, and there isn’t a tool that I geek out… Continue reading Inside the Blendtec Factory
I have a common theme when it comes to the recipes I love. I don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen, but I want my food to be healthy, super simple to prepare, and most of all it has to be delicious! This recipe definitely checks all those boxes, with the… Continue reading Healthy Buckwheat Blender Crepes
**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. I only recommend products that I use and love! It’s that time of year again, time to throw out money at retailers as fast as we can in search of the perfect gift for everyone… Continue reading Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
You guys, I made my first video! I’ve been wanting to do videos for a long time, and I finally bit the bullet and just did it! There are a few lessons learned, like I should choose a different spot to stand where the light isn’t so weird, and have the daughter in the other… Continue reading A Thanksgiving Feast, the Real Food Way
What is your favorite part of Thanksgiving dinner? Everyone has their thing. Some people can’t get enough of the mashed potatoes with gravy, others need that green bean casserole or it doesn’t feel like Thanksgiving. Pumpkin pie is pretty high on my list, but sitting firmly at the top is something that a lot of… Continue reading Kicked Up Cranberry Sauce
You’ve heard it for years from your mother, “Eat all your veggies! They are good for you! They help you build strong bodies! Blah, blah, blah!” I hate to tell you, but your mom was right! One of the biggest things I did to lose 70 pounds and keep it off for good was to… Continue reading Are you getting enough?
Today is an exciting day, I’m announcing a new cookbook that you need to have in your life! I have been a huge fan of Lisa Leake of 100 Days of Real Food for many years now. Her website and recipes played a huge part in my own weight loss transformation and my own story.… Continue reading Oatmeal Cookie Energy Bites – 100 Days of Real Food on a Budget
Taco soup is a staple in our house. It is one of the rare meals that gets a thumbs up from every member of the family. In fact, even the cute little neighbor girl who is friends with my daughters usually shows up and requests to be invited to dinner. This soup is super fast… Continue reading Taco Soup
Blueberry Spinach Oatmeal Bars Yep, I said spinach. In dessert. I love making these to hand out when I’m teaching a class, especially to kids/teenagers. I have them grab one to munch on before I get started. Then halfway through my presentation when they are grabbing seconds, I get to the part where I’m telling… Continue reading Blueberry Spinach Oatmeal Bars
