In need of a big bowl of healthy goodness but also in the mood for something a little more naughty? This just might trick you into thinking you’re eating chicken wings! Hah! totally kidding, that’s ridiculous, but this does hit the spot when you’re looking for something crisp, crunchy and totally satisfying! My pregnancy cravings have … [Read more…]
This is the perfect recipe for when you want a fresh pesto but can’t wait for that summer basil to get here! I grew up on fresh homemade pesto and honestly, there’s just no store-bought substitute. If it wasn’t fresh from that summer’s garden supply of basil, there was always some in the freezer, ready to … [Read more…]
Whole Wheat Banana Oat Muffins! These moist puppies are so good! And of course, naturally sweetened, vegan optional, and they’re great mood food! So you can have your cake (muffin) and eat it too. Lets get into the nitty gritty of these. Bananas and Walnuts are both super great for brain health and keeping your happy … [Read more…]
So perhaps you’ve been eating a lot of sugar and crap lately? Feeling a little drawn to green vegetables? I know that after a few days of vacation or a weekend of eating out I always want the greens! This Cleansing Green Vegetable Soup is here for you in those times of need, my friends. … [Read more…]
I don’t know what’s going on with my food cravings lately but I did not have a sweet tooth this whole pregnancy (weird, I know) until now! Like, third trimester wants me to eat all the chocolate I can find, and I’m not hating it. But I also don’t like eating processed crap so I’ve … [Read more…]
Is there anything better than apples and cinnamon combined for the ultimate delicious smelling comfort food? I mean c’mon, apple pie; it’s a staple for a reason folks. And if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Maybe just improve the health aspect of it?! That’s where these Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats come in. Super easy (hello, make … [Read more…]
It’s been awhile since I’ve made a new granola bar recipe, mostly because I always make my Peanut Butter Protein Bars cuz they’re just so tasty! But these Chewy Honey Nut Granola Bars are just as good, if not better, and just as customizable. I simplified the ingredient list a bit and you can use whatever … [Read more…]
Ya know when New Year’s comes along, and you’ve got all these intentions to eat healthy in January? And then…you realize it’s still really cold and salad just doesn’t taste all that great and what you really want is anything hot? And then February comes and you’re like..OK, time to get serious again, but… same … [Read more…]
It’s about that time for another granola recipe!! And I’m kinda kicking myself for not making this sooner, as in, for Christmas, because it’s got those quintessential Christmas flavours of orange, cinnamon and cranberries. Yes, yes and yum. But since winter pretty much goes on forever when you live in Calgary and I’ve been craving … [Read more…]
display= This Dark Chocolate Cherry Protein Shake has over 20 grams of protein, naturally, without any added protein powder! Just the good plant-based stuff from whole, healthy, natural foods. What is not to love?! It’s also so filling you will not be snacking between breakfast and lunch, I promise! Does anyone else sorta despise protein … [Read more…]
