Thai Peanut Butter Noodles (With Shirataki)
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When my family stopped eating grains, one of the hardest things to give up was pasta (my husband is Italian after all!). This Thai peanut butter noodles recipe uses shirataki noodles…
Healthy Recipes
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Fresh Roasted Asparagus With Parmesan and Sea Salt
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Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables. My husband, on the other hand, grew up hating asparagus because he’d only ever had it from a can. (Think about the difference between…
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Asian Lettuce Wraps (like P.F. Chang)
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With a large family and a business to run, I’m a big fan of easy meal ideas. Lettuce wraps are a simple lunch idea for those of us staying away from bread…
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Grain-Free Chicken Francese With Lemon Sauce
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Since my husband is Italian, we enjoy our share of Italian food (healthy alfredo, yum!). Chicken Francese is another Italian dish I’ve come to love (and it sounds much fancier…
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Shakshuka Eggs Recipe (Eggs in Spiced Tomato Sauce)
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I’m a big fan of simple, healthy meals that take only a few minutes to cook (even better if they use just one pan). An egg dish similar to huevos rancheros,…
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Hearty Italian Sausage Soup With Vegetables (One Pot Recipe)
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I love a filling one-pot meal, and soup is a great place to pack in a wide variety of colorful vegetables. This hearty, veggie-filled soup with Italian sausage is a…
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Bacon-Wrapped Salmon Patties
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Let’s face it: everything tastes better with bacon! For example: Loaded cauliflower with bacon Crustless broccoli quiche with bacon Bacon chicken bites (a family favorite!) Bacon lime sweet potato salad Even chocolate-covered…
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Loaded Sweet Potato Soup Recipe
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I used to love making potato soup, clam chowder, and other potato-based soups and stews. Now that we don’t eat white potatoes very often, I hadn’t made any of them…
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Creamy Shirred Eggs (Breakfast Favorite!)
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The quicker and easier breakfast is, the better. Eggs are our go-to breakfast since they’re an inexpensive and healthy protein source that can be cooked quickly. It doesn’t take long…
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Indian Mulligatawny Soup (Gluten-Free, Dairy Optional)
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My family loves Indian food so I’m always looking for healthy Indian recipes to try at home. This mulligatawny soup recipe has become one of our favorites. It’s so simple to…
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Easy Yum Yum Sauce Recipe
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I love healthy, homemade condiments because they add flavor and excitement to familiar dishes. I’ve always loved the yum yum sauce (if you’re not sure what that is, read on!) at…
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Easy Crustless Spinach Quiche
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I’m always looking for simple meals to pull together for my family when we’re busy. If the recipe uses one pan, can go in a slow-cooker (or Instant Pot), or can be…
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How to Make Continuous Brew Kombucha
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Our family has been making kombucha for years and this health-boosting drink is a favorite in our house. Many of my friends and family have been gifted a “baby kombucha”…
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Chicken Tortilla Soup – Kid Favorite!
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I’m a huge fan of soup. It’s easy to throw together, easy to freeze for later, and a healthy meal choice. My family also loves southwestern and Mexican flavors, so…
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25 Egg-Free Breakfast Ideas (Great for Egg Allergies)
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I’m a huge advocate of eating real food instead of low nutrient, processed foods. Real food gives the body the nutrients it needs to function. But sometimes, foods that are normally…
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How to Cook a Perfect Prime Rib
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One of our holiday traditions is to cook a prime rib (from a healthy source). At first I was a little nervous about cooking such a fancy cut of beef,…
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How to Make a Charcuterie Board as a Healthy Appetizer
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Have you ever heard of a charcuterie board? If not, it’s simply a French word for a platter of cured meats and cheeses, and sometimes dried fruits, nuts, and pickles. I…
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Gingerbread Cheesecake Recipe (Grain-Free & Delicious!)
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When we have dessert, it’s frequently something simple like cookies or fresh fruit. However, when we want something extra special or a little fancier, we love this gingerbread cheesecake. Its spiced crust…
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25-Minute Pad Krapow Gai (Thai Basil Chicken)
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With a large family, I’m a huge fan of quick meals. Any recipe I can get on the table in less than 30 minutes is a win. If it uses only…
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
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This is one of my favorite dessert recipes. Ever. Good ol’ pumpkin pie is always a classic around this time of year (and I love it!) but after many years…
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How to Make Steel-Cut Oats in the Instant Pot
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I’m a big fan of eating a filling breakfast to start the day off right. When we have oatmeal, steel-cut oats are my go-to choice. They’re less processed than rolled oats…
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Bulgogi: Korean Beef Recipe
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I love that there are so many delicious Korean, Indian, and Thai dishes that are gluten and dairy free. Recently, I’ve made pho, Thai chicken curry, Indian tandoori chicken, hariyali chicken tikka, and even…
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Tom Kha Gai (Thai Coconut Soup)
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Soups and stews are a great meal choice for cool evening or afternoons when you want something hearty to warm you up. They are also easy to make and packed…
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Egg Substitutes for Cooking and Baking
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Egg allergies are on the rise and one of the most common allergens in children, second only to dairy allergies. My most recent test showed that I had actually reversed…