I want my first recipe post this spring to be fun, fruity, and colorful so I grabbed some gorgeous fresh fruit and put the Vitamix to work! Yogurt. It’s a breakfast staple for many of us. In fact, I started most days with a bowl of Greek yogurt for several years. It’s protein-packed, probiotic filled, sweet, and pairs well with fruit, granola, etc., so I understand the allure. But let’s talk dairy for a second. […]
If you are like most people I know, you struggle with dinner ideas. You have a few stand-bys that you rotate through. And many times, you just pick-up something that is already prepared from the store, that just requires reheating, knowing you are sacrificing taste and health. Yet, you just don’t have the time to transform ingredients into a meal that your family may or may not approve and enjoy. Well, I have an easy […]
Everyone has had a Larabar, right? RIGHT. Silly question! Of course you have 😉 It’s kind of the perfect snack and pretty much the only energy bar out there that is made from just a few raw ingredients. AND THAT’S IT. No sugar, grains, dairy, or junk. Most varieties have three ingredients. Dates, a couple kinds of nuts, and sometimes coconut or another dried fruit. And they are often on sale for $1! Say, WHATTT?? […]
By Ashley | Breakfast , Recipes , Snack
Rice crispy treats are a quick, no-fuss solution when hungry children demand a sweet snack. Despite being only “three” ingredients, each ingredient is actually a plethora of processed food and chemicals that offers very little nutritional value. But . . . what if we make a few swaps and replace processed cereal, butter, and marshmallow fluff with whole foods. And don’t worry, you don’t have to sacrifice that crispy, sticky, sweet, buttery taste you love. […]
By Ashley | Recipes , Snack , Spread
Valentine’s Day is notorious for all things sweet. It really should be called Blood Sugar Spike Day. Okay, maybe that doesn’t sound as enticing 😉 Although I am not one to gorge myself on a box of terrible chocolate or chalky tasting candy, I have to admit I don’t mind seeing splashes of red, pink, and purple for a day. Especially on my plate. Because I like pretty food. And let me tell you, there […]
In January, the promise of a warm, comforting, delicious breakfast is usually the only motivation I have to get out of bed. It’s even better when that breakfast is already waiting for me and my large cup of coffee to cozy up at the table. And no, this does not require a live-in chef, or extremely generous husband/boyfriend/roommate. Just a little thinking ahead the day before. Which is why the humble muffin is so great. […]