This Cream of Mushroom soup will shock you because it’s thick and creamy without any dairy or flours used. It’s also oil-free and gluten-free, but doesn’t compromise on flavor!
Simple and Hearty Veggie & Bean Chili
This chili is hearty, filling and only takes about 15 minutes of prep time. It’s a perfect weeknight dinner that will satisfy everyone. It can also easily be frozen so it’s a great make-ahead meal for all of you meal preppers. I must admit – I’m late to the slow cooker game. We got this awesome clay …
The Fat We Should All Be Eating
In the 80’s and 90’s we were made to believe that fat is bad. Low-fat products were all the rage, but little did people know they were actually filling them with more sugar to get rid of the fat. Thankfully, there’s now much research that shows that we need good fat. Studies have shown that these …
Simple Brussels Sprout Salad + Oil-Free Dressing
This simple salad contains a wealth benefits and flavor, and it can be prepared in under 20 minutes – including the 5 ingredient dressing.
3 Ingredient Alkalizing Juice
This 3-ingredient alkalizing juice is a great starter juice for anyone who is new to juicing. Don’t let the green color, or the word “alkalizing” scare you away from this recipe. The apple gives it a sweet flavor making it easy to slurp down. Not only is this juice so refreshing,
Superfood Bean Salsa or Salad
This Bean and Quinoa mixture can be used as a salsa, on a salad or just eaten on it’s own. This recipe has been a blog favorite since I posted it over a year ago. I’ve made a little tweak in the recipe and that’s why I’m sharing it again with you all. It was actually …
Healthy Recipes For The Man In Your Life
Have you heard the saying “the best way to a man’s heart is through his stomach”? It’s a true statement, and most of us want the men in our lives to be healthy, so I’ve put together some healthified recipes that won’t leave any man complaining! Weather it’s your dad, husband, brother or grandfather, you …
Body Boosting Blueberry Smoothie
When our bodies need a boost, we should always turn to real whole foods for help. This Body Boosting Blueberry Smoothie assists with balancing stress hormones, enhancing energy levels and boosting metabolism. Plus it satisfies taste buds and hunger pains.
Benefits of Eating Sweet Potato Fries + Recipe
Who doesn’t love sweet potato fries? Basically, they’re a guilty free french fry. That’s if you cook them right, and they come with a lot of health benefits when you do. I’ve been doing a lot research lately on foods that help balance hormones, and sweet potatoes are one of them. Even more reason to …
Golden Bell Pepper Soup + Eating Clean By: Amie Valpone
Soups have been my go-to meals lately because they’re easy to make and they fill you up! I like to make them from scratch because… Well have you ever looked at the ingredients on the back of a soup can? Even the organic ones can have some ingredients in there
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Broccoli Quinoa Balls
I’m always looking for new ways to use quinoa since it packs so many benefits and it’s an easy dish to whip up. These Broccoli Quinoa Balls are not only simple to make, but are so flavorful and filling. If you’re not a fan of broccoli this is a good way
Simple Detox Salad
Happy New Year! Now that the holidays are officially over people are jumping on the detox train. I’m not a huge fan of juice detoxes because it’s important for our bodies to still get all the fiber and nutrients from real food.
Sweet Green Matcha Smoothie
If you’re not much of a matcha hot tea fan, this recipe is for you. This Sweet Green Matcha Smoothie is a perfect alternative to get the amazing benefits of matcha without drinking it the normal way. Matcha is considered to be one of the most powerful superfoods on the market. It’s packed with
Goji Berry Freezer Cake with Spooky Chocolate Sauce
Vegan cheesecake, or as I like to call them freezer cake, is a simple and healthy dessert that people rave about! That’s why I love making them year round. My latest version are these Goji Berry Freezer Cakes that are perfect for Halloween because they’re orange without any food coloring used!
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7 Reasons To Eat Goji Berries
Goji berries were a hot superfood a couple of years ago, but news of them has dwindled off. In this edition of Foods with Benefits, we’ll revisit just how spectacular these sweet berries are and 7 reasons why we should be eating more of them. I like to incorporate goji berries in desserts because they’re great for sweetening and they …
Goji Berry Date Paste Sweetener
This Goji Berry Date Paste is a perfect sweetener to replace the artificial stuff. It’s great to use in desserts and smoothies, especially if you don’t have a high speed blender like a Vitamix. I’ve been meaning to make date paste for a while now as I use dates to sweeten almost all of my desserts. I’m …
Dairy-Free Tomato Basil Bisque
This creamy Tomato Basil Bisque is filling, comforting and guilt-free. It’s a simple, creamy soup recipe that you can feel good about eating. Filled with healthy ingredients that help your body, not hurt it.
How Healthy Are Raspberries?
We hear so much about how amazing blueberries are for us, which I love, but what about the raspberries? Not only are they one of the prettiest berries, but they contain a wide array of benefits making them one of the healthiest, most delicious candies nature has to offer. I love adding them to desserts like
Healthy Mint Chocolate Smoothie
Think thin mint cookies, but creamy, cold and doesn’t give you a sugar rush afterwards. This healthy Mint Chocolate Smoothie will leave you feeling fantastic after you drink it. It also contains minimal whole food ingredients so you don’t need a special syrup or anything like that to make it. It’s an easy recipe.
Easy Way To Use Old Or Not-So-Great Apples
I don’t know about you, but I like my apples crisp when eating them right off the core. When I get a batch of extra-soft or older apples, they’re not appetizing to me. I’m not a fan of wasting food (because that’s wasting money), so I came up with a way to salvage my fruit…
Green Mojito From The Blender Girl Smoothies
Attention to all smoothie lovers: Tess Master’s new cookbook, The Blender Girl Smoothies, hit shelves this past week and it has 100 mouthwatering recipes in it! One of my favorites is the Green Mojito, and The Blender Girl is letting me share it exclusively with you! This minty, cocktail-like smoothie
Patriotic Chia Parfaits
With July 4th right around the corner I decided to show the USA some love with a Patriotic Chia Parfait. I mean really how cute is this?! It’s so easy to make and here’s how:
Basil Lemonade
This Basil Lemonade is naturally sweetened and packed full of nutrients. As I’m sure you know, it’s important to stay hydrated and this might become your favorite way to do that. You only need three ingredients to make it from scratch, and it’s a lot healthier than anything you can buy. Basil and lemon are the perfect …
Mexican Hummus
Hummus is a great way to get your beans in especially if you’re not a fan of just eating them. There are so many ways to flavor it too. This Mexican Hummus is flavored mostly