Does it mean I’m getting old when I haven’t even thought about Halloween except for what kind of treats I can make for the blog? In my younger years (…my early 20’s?) used to have a costume picked out, a multitude of parties to choose from, plans, excitement, the whole thing. Maybe, subconsciously I just
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Turkey Sprout & Avocado Sandwich with Mom’s (Unreal!) Beet Horseradish
So, last weekend…it was Thanksgiving weekend… there was lots of turkey…then lots of turkey leftovers… and now, a new TURKEY recipe! It’s kind of necessary isn’t it?! Thanksgiving is always a good time as I get to gather with family, enjoy plenty of delicious food, and take time to reflect on all that I am
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Breakfast
Easy Paleo Pumpkin Bread
This delicious and healthy paleo pumpkin bread is super easy to make with just 5 simple ingredients! Great for pumpkin season or any time of the year you are craving pumpkin deliciousness! Let’s Make Paleo Pumpkin Bread Confession: I try to hold back, I try my best not to overload on pumpkin and practice restraint
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Rich Cocoa Chia Smoothie Bowl
Just because it’s Fall doesn’t mean smoothie season is over all of a sudden, does it? While I’ll admit that I am less likely to whip up a fresh berry smoothie in the cooler months, I still love a good smoothie that’s maybe, let’s say, a little richer, deeper, and robust in flavour! Ha, I
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(Dairy & Grain Free) Honey Roasted Plum & Vanilla Cheesecakes
One of the greatest perks of being a food blogger is the generosity of others who share delicious food with me! Friends and family with gardens always offer their labours of love for the picking, clients bring me goodies, and every now and then complete strangers pass along some yummy treats… like these plums! A co-worker
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Gluten-Free Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts
In the food world, nothing says ‘Fall’ like Pumpkin! I’ve waited long enough and even though it’s not October yet (official pumpkin month?), the time for all delicious things ‘pumpkin’ (pumpkin pie, pumpkin scones, pumpkin lattes, even pumpkin cheesecake) has arrived. Unfortunately most of these options aren’t exactly the healthiest. That’s why I’ve come up with these delicious
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Must-Make // 8 Dairy & Gluten Free Fall Inspired Soups, Stews & Chilis
Ah, Fall…with your crunchy fallen leaves, orange and yellow hues, crisp mornings, pumpkins, squash, and all things warm and cozy. September, it’s bittersweet. But, when I feel the looming dread of winter… I quickly try to remind myself of all the things I love about Fall (and Winter!) and do my best (my very best, although
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{100 Calorie} Grain-Free Nut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
cookies… Every time I hear the word, I think of Mr. Monster… the Cookie Monster that is, and his token “mmmmm… coooooookies” grunt. I mean, can we blame him? Cookies are so friggin’ yummy! You’ve got your soft cookies, chewy cookies, crunchy cookies, crispy cookies, and fluffy cookies that are as light as little clouds!
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Cocoa Banana Bread Protein Bites
Bars, balls, and bites! These are truly some of my favourite snacks to make. Why? Well, they are quick, fun, easy, and can literally be made from thousands of combinations using nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and other fun and healthy additions! I’ve made chocolate bites, peach bars, pumpkin bars, hemp balls, apple pie balls, pb