Holiday's
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4th of July BBQ Ideas
I love the 4th of July! This year looks a bit different this year but we can still have fun! Can you believe tomorrow is the 4th? It just seems a bit odd this year. It doesn’t really even seem like summer since the kids have been home since March! Do you feel the same? How are you hanging in there? 4th of July has a special meaning to me! Its on this day back in 2003 my husband and I started dating! =) I’ve put together some 4th of July meal, snack, and beverage ideas! Enjoy! Red, White and Blue Salad Cheese and Fruit Tray Patriotic Cheeseboard Red, White…
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Women’s Christmas Gift Guide
Its that time of year again!! I’ve put together a fun women’s Christmas gift guide! Hoping this will help you find gifts for that special person in your life! Have you shopped Jane.com? They have lots of wonderful products for a really good price! Then, of course, I’ve also added some fun finds from Amazon in the next day or two!! I think this shirt is so cute and I just love they saying “If you can be anything Be Kind!!” Was $54.99 – Now $24.99 – Kendra Cowl Neck Pullover | Free Shipping (12/9 to 12/11) Was $18.00 – Now $11.99 – MUK LUKS Solid Fleece Lined Leggings |…
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Day 6 of 12 Days of Cookies
DREAMY SNICKERDOODLES On the sixth day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… DREAMY SNICKERDOODLES DREAMY SNICKERDOODLESyield: 12 prep time: 10 cook time: 10 total time: 20 COOKIES:1 cup almond flour (I use Bob’s, Red Mill)1 cup oat flour*1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup unrefined coconut oil**1/4 cup coconut sugar or Stevia1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons almond milk TOPPING:3 tablespoons organic coconut sugar or Stevia1 teaspoon cinnamon DIRECTIONS:For the topping: In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and the sugar. Stir to mix then set aside.For the cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F then lines a baking sheet with parchment…
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Day 5 of 12 Days of Cookies
Paleo Peppermint Patties On the fifth day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… Paleo Peppermint Patties Paleo, Gluten-Free, Soy Free, Milk Free, Egg Free Ingredients1 ½ cups almond flour¾ cup arrowroot powder½ cup honey6-8 drops peppermint essential oils (depending on how strong you like your peppermint!)10 oz. chocolate chips or chunks1 teaspoon ghee Instructions1. )Combine the almond flour, arrowroot, honey and peppermint in a bowl and stir to combine completely.2.)Scoop into 1 tablespoon sized balls then press them into patties and place them on a silicone pat lined a baking sheet (or wax paper) and freeze for at least 30 minutes3.) Melt chocolate in the microwave in 30-second increments,…
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Day 4 of 12 Days of Cookies
GINGERBREAD COOKIES On the fourth day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… These are the best gluten-free gingerbread cookies you will find! These gluten-free gingerbread cookies are soft, moist, and shapeable, can be easily prepped ahead of time, and are sweet and delicious, just like gingerbread cookies should be! Say goodbye to crumbly, tasteless, cardboard gluten-free cookies just in time for Christmas! GINGERBREAD COOKIESMakes 12 – 30, depending on the size of the cutterINGREDIENTS2 1/2 cups almond meal1/4 cup coconut flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 tablespoon ground ginger2 pinches ground cloves1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder2 tablespoons grass-fed butter, melted1/2 cup honey1 teaspoon vanilla powder1 egg Instructions* Place almond meal,…
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Day 3 of 12 Days of Cookies
JAM THUMBPRINT COOKIES On the second day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… An easy, no-mixer-required recipe for healthy thumbprint cookies! Sweet, buttery, absolutely irresistible… And only 46 calories! Jam Thumbprint Cookies (Paleo, GF, Vegan) Prep Time 15 minutesCook Time 10 minutes Total Time 25 minutes Servings 15 cookies Ingredients1¼ cup blanched almond flour¼ cup coconut oil melted3 tablespoons maple syrup¼ cup fruit jam or preserves (Bonus if you have a homemade jam!) Instructions* In a medium bowl, mix together all ingredients except for the jam and shape into a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours).* Preheat oven to 375ºF…
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Day 2 of 12 Days of Cookies
PEPPERMINT MARSHMALLOW CREAM CHOCOLATE BARS On the second day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… PEPPERMINT MARSHMALLOW CREAM CHOCOLATE BARS gluten free, grain free, dairy free,soy free, nut free Prep time – 1 + 1/2 hours + overnight chillingYield – about 12 barsNo bake! Ingredients8 oz. Bittersweet Chocolate1 Tablespoon Coconut oil1 Tablespoon beef gelatin1/4 cup water1/4 cup + 1 teaspoon raw honey1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract or 2-4 drops Peppermint essential oils 1 pinch sea salt4 candy canes, smashed Instructions: • Fill a medium saucepan about halfway with water. Place pan on the stove over high heat until the water almost boils, then turn the heat to low. Place a medium sized glass…
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Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies
I am so excited to start this blog series this month 12 Days of Cookies! These recipes are delicious and healthier versions. I have something for everyone, Paleo, Whole30, Gluten-Free, Vegan… Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies! On the first Day of Cookies, my trainer gave to me… These energy peanut butter protein balls are my take on the tradition Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie. I don’t just make these protein balls just around Christmas time, I make them for parties or for a quick grab and go snack. I have made these for my bunko group, Christmas party, school parties and they are a big hit. Energizing Peanut Butter Protein Balls Paleo, Gluten-Free,…
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12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series
I just love this time of year! Holiday parties, driving around looking at Christmas light, Christmas movies, time for giving… I have a new series starting my Christmas gift to you. It’s 12 Days Christmas Cookie Series I have 12 recipes coming your way. And they are paleo, grain-free, refined sugar-free and totally and completely full of delicious flavor. These are perfect for anything Christmas desserts. A cookie exchange, cooking with the kids, holiday parties, Christmas Eve night, Cookies for Santa. Anything! 12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series If there is a time to make a lot of cookies, it is Christmas time! And it feels so good to be in the kitchen in December…
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Healthy Halloween Treats
Spooky and sweet, salty and scary: These snacks are perfect for Halloween! Halloween is just around the corner! I have put together a healthy Halloween treat around up! What are your favorite Halloween Treats? Do you like candy corn? YES OR NO? This is a hot topic! Halloween Frankenstein Grape Cups These Frankenstein grape cups are quick and easy! Your kids will love to help make them. Just decorate clear plastic cups and fill with grapes. Cutie Pumpkins and Banana Ghosts! Cute and easy to make! Peel and cut a banana in half put some peanut butter onto 3 raisins or mini chocolate chips for the eyes and mouth. Peel…
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Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting Easter is almost here! What are your plans and traditions for Easter? We usually do Easter brunch with the family and then we go for a hike if the weather is nice. Decorate easter eggs and look for eggs around the house an yard. This year shoud be super fun with hidding all the eggs throughout the property! If you still have to make some Easter baskets, check out my Candy-Free Easter Basket ideas or my Healthy Easter Recipe Blog Post For this months Recipe Redux, we were challenged to share our favorite family recipes for springtime celebrations. My Mom makes an amazing Carrot Cake! My kids…
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PEPPERMINT MARSHMALLOW CREAM CHOCOLATE BARS
On the second day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… PEPPERMINT MARSHMALLOW CREAM CHOCOLATE BARS gluten free, grain free, dairy free,soy free, nut free Prep time – 1 + 1/2 hours + overnight chillingYield – about 12 barsNo bake! Ingredients8 oz. Bittersweet Chocolate1 Tablespoon Coconut oil1 Tablespoon beef gelatin1/4 cup water1/4 cup + 1 teaspoon raw honey1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract or 2-4 drops Peppermint essential oils 1 pinch sea salt4 candy canes, smashed Instructions: • Fill a medium saucepan about halfway with water. Place pan on the stove over high heat until the water almost boils, then turn the heat to low. Place a medium sized glass or metal bowl over the…
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COLLAGEN HOLIDAY LOAF RECIPE
COLLAGEN HOLIDAY LOAF RECIPE This classic loaf recipe is taken to new heights with this healthy, collagen-infused version. It’s sure to keep you warm all winter long! If you haven’t tried Vital Proteins’ new delicious Collagen Creamers, you need to. These diverse creamers can be incorporated into any recipe your heart desires, so naturally, a holiday loaf needed to be created. Gingerbread cookies and loaves are a time-honored tradition for many cultures, including here in America, where the soft-baked loaves are more popular than the stiff variety used to make gingerbread houses. Ginger root was considered by many ancient civilizations as a valuable commodity, as it helped disguise the flavor…
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Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies
I am so excited to start this blog series this month 12 Days of Cookies! These recipes are delicious and healthier versions. I have something for everyone, Paleo, Whole30, Gluten-Free, Vegan… Day 1 of 12 Days of Cookies! On the first Day of Cookies, my trainer gave to me… These energy peanut butter protein balls are my take on the tradition Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie. I don’t just make these protein balls just around Christmas time, I make them for parties or for a quick grab and go snack. I have made these for my bunko group, Christmas party, school parties and they are a big hit. Energizing Peanut Butter Protein Balls Paleo, Gluten-Free,…
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12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series
12 Days of Christmas Cookie Series I just love this time of year! Holiday parties, driving around looking at Christmas light, Christmas movies, time for giving… I have a new series starting my Christmas gift to you. It’s 12 Days Christmas Cookie Series I have 12 recipes coming your way. And they are paleo, grain-free, refined sugar-free and totally and completely full of delicious flavor. These are perfect for anything Christmas desserts. A cookie exchange, cooking with the kids, holiday parties, Christmas Eve night, Cookies for Santa. Anything! If there is a time to make a lot of cookies, it is Christmas time! And it feels so good to be in the kitchen in December…
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Cinco De Mayo Clean Eating Recipes!
Cinco De Mayo Clean Eating Recipes! Happy Cinco De Mayo and Happy Friday to everyone!!!!! My family and I love Mexican food! In fact, we have Taco Tuesday every week! =) Remember the Lego Movie? Ever since then my kids have seen that movie they have wanted Taco Tuesday! So how can you enjoy your Mexican and not kill your meal plan for the day?! I did my workout today (get my workout here) and I’ve been on track all day! Plus been making sure to drink plenty of water! *** Try and drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces each day! Here are some clean and healthy recipes…
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Non-Candy Easter Baskets
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links from which I will earn a commission. Can you believe Easter is almost here? What do you do for Easter? My family and I hunt for baskets and eggs then if the weather is nice we go for a hike. This is my family last Easter 2016! Hunting for an Easter Basket full of goodies is such a fun activity kids look forward to! Did you know that it’s estimated that Americans spend 2.4 billion dollars on Easter candy each year according to data from the National Retail Federation? WOW, that’s just crazy! I had no idea. And we wondered why the obesity rate in kids keeps going…
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Healthy Easter Recipes
Healthy Easter Recipes Easter is here! Below are a few healthy dishes you can include in this year’s Easter dinner. What are your plans and traditions for Easter? We usually do Easter brunch with the family and then we go for a hike if the weather is nice. If you still have to make some Easter baskets, check out our Candy-Free Easter Basket ideas We’ve also got some great brunch recipes and my personal favorite trick for making hard boiled eggs that are super easy to peel. Trust me, it’s a game changer!! Ingredients 10lbs ham (Nitrate Free) 1 (32 ounces) can pineapple juice 2teaspoons ground cloves 2teaspoons cinnamon 1 cups Coconut…
