Feeling Good Through Food

You will be amazed at how yummy this cheese-less pizza is! When we first cut out dairy I thought cheese would be the hardest to give up but I am finding with delicious recipes such as this one, it's really not missed at all! My toddlers even loved it, they each ate 3 slices! Recipe was found here and we modified it by using our favorite whole wheat pizza dough recipe found here. -Pizza Dough (I make two medium pizzas and 1 medium loaf of bread with the best yet whole wheat bread recipe found here ) -10-12 garlic cloves -1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk -1/4 teaspoon sea salt -1 small jar sun dried tomatoes drained and soaked in water for 1 hour -Italian seasoning, basil, any other seasonings you'd like Roast garlic cloves in the oven at 375 for 30 min or until brown. When cool enough to touch, blend cloves with coconut milk and sea salt. Spread mixture out on top of prepared pizza dough (make the crust of your pizza dough slightly thicker around the edges) place the sun dried

If you need a chocolate fix, these are the perfect healthy solution! Cacao powder (raw chocolate) is not only a more delicious version of cocoa powder, it's a super food! You can read more about the health benefits of cacao here. Don't expect these to be really sweet, they are more chocolatey than sweet but you can always add more honey or some pure maple if you want. I find they fulfill my need for chocolate perfectly! -3/4 cup all natural peanut butter -1/4 cup raw cacao powder (whole foods) -1/4 cup fine shredded coconut, unsweetened (whole foods) -1/4 cup old fashioned oats (i like to blend the oats to make oat flour) -1/4 cup pure honey Mix all ingredients, roll into balls and chill for a few hours. Eat without any guilt! Store in fridge if there are any left!

We love this recipe and the fact that it is sweetened only by bananas is awesome! This is a family favorite!! Recipe was inspired by Colourful Palate and slightly modified to our liking. -1 1/4 cup old fashioned oats -1/2 cup organic whole wheat flour -2 tsp. baking powder -1/2 tsp. sea salt -1 3/4 cups unsweetened almond milk -2 ripe bananas (I've used not so ripe bananas with good results still) Add everything in your blender except the bananas. Be sure to put your liquids in first! Blend then add bananas and blend again until well blended. Cook pancakes on a hot griddle. Serve with pure maple or your favorite healthy topping.

We tried making some almond milk for the first time a few nights ago and it was fantastic! I love the idea of making my own less processed version! -1 cup almonds that have been soaked in water for 8-10 hours -4 cups water -1/4 cup agave nectar -1 teaspoon pure vanilla You will also need some cheesecloth, a few mason jars, and rubber bands Rinse soaked almonds and remove skin, it comes off really easily after being soaked. Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth. Place the the cheesecloth over the mouth of your jar/s and allow it to droop about halfway down into the container. Use a rubber band to fasten the cheesecloth. Let it strain overnight or if you are in a huge hurry, 1-2 hours. You should end up with about 4 cups of delicious homemade almond milk.

We've started eating Salmon every so often. I am not a huge fish person but this recipe was pretty good and didn't taste fishy to me at all! My husband LOVED it and is already asking when I am going to make it again. The roasted asparagus and potatoes are an old favorite. Delicious meal! Salmon recipe was inspired by a hint of honey and modified to our liking. Roasted Asparagus and Red Potatoes: -1 bunch fresh asparagus -4 red potatoes chopped -olive oil -3 cloves, garlic, sliced -1 tablespoon dry Italian seasoning -sea or kosher salt and fresh black pepper -1-2 tablespoons basil Preheat oven to 425. In an extra large mixing bowl toss the asparagus, potatoes, 2-3 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, italian seasoning, salt and pepper, and basil together. You can use your hands to massage the oil and seasonings into the vegetables. Grease a casserole dish and roast vegetables about 30-35 minutes until potatoes are tender. Honey Mustard Salmon: -1 1/2 poun

We had this for dinner tonight and it's definitely a keeper! Wow, a vegan "philly cheese steak" sandwich made without any processed fake meats or cheese! The recipe came from Eating Well it was originally meat free so I took it a step further and made it dairy free as well. The sauce makes up for the missing cheese, we didn't miss it at all! -2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil -1 medium onion, sliced -2-3 large portobello mushrooms, sliced -1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced -2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano, or 1 teaspoons dried -1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper -1 tablespoon whole wheat flour -1/4 cup vegetable broth or 1/4 cup water and 1/4 tsp vegetable broth powder -1 tablespoon Shoyu (soy sauce) or Coconut Aminos Sauce: -1/2 cup veganaise or good ingredient mayo -1-2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar -1/2 tablespoon parsley -chives -dill -salt and pepper -garlic powder -onion powder Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion an

This is a really flexible recipe, if you don't want to use something just add more oats or whatever you want in the same amount as what you are voiding. Recipe was inspired by 100 days of whole food and modified to our liking. -4 cups rolled oats -1 cup raw sliced almonds -1 cup raw cashew pieces (or walnuts or pecans) -1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut -1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds -2 teaspoons cinnamon -1 1/2 teaspoons ginger -1/2 teaspoon nutmeg -4 tablespoons coconut oil -1/2 cup pure honey -2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract Preheat the oven to 250 degrees. Cover a rectangular baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix the dry oats, almonds, cashews, coconut, seeds and spices together in a large mixing bowl. Heat the butter/oil and honey together in a small saucepan over low heat. Once the butter/oil melts stir in the vanilla. Pour the hot liquids over the dry ingredients and stir together with a rubber spatula until evenly coated. Spread mixture onto prepared pan in one even layer

-Fresh green beans -Olive Oil -Dry onion flakes -Garlic powder -Sea salt and Pepper -Basil Wash beans and cut the little stems from the ends off. In a pot with enough water to cover the beans, boil them in some water for 6-8 minutes or until tender. Drain the water and toss beans in olive oil. Add seasonings to taste.

This is a really good soup for a rainy day like we had today. There are many options as far a seasonings go so just have fun with it. I love the kale in this so don't skip that part! Recipe was inspired by skinny taste and modified to our liking. -1 small onion, chopped -1 cup carrots, chopped -1 celery stalk, chopped -2 garlic cloves, minced -2 cans diced tomatoes -1 can white beans, drained and rinsed -4 cups of organic vegetable broth or 4 cups of water and 1 tablespoon vegetable broth powder -rosemary -bay leaves -basil -parsley - sea salt and fresh pepper -1 medium zucchini, chopped -2 cups chopped fresh kale -2 cups cooked whole wheat pasta shells Put onions, celery, carrots, garlic, vegetable broth, beans, and tomatoes in the crock pot. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. For the last 30 minutes add desired seasonings, zucchini, kale, and cooked pasta. Top with "parmesan cheese" if desired. -1/2 cup toasted sesame seeds -1 tablespoons nutritional yeast -1/4 teaspoon sea s

Recipe was inspired by mels kitchen cafe and modified to our liking. This is a family favorite, we have it a few times a month. It's full of flavor! -1 cup brown rice (or 2 cups already cooked rice) -2 tablespoons olive oil -1 medium onion, diced -3 cloves garlic, finely minced -1 jalapeno, seeds and membrane removed, finely diced (can substitute 1 can of green chiles) -1 teaspoon cumin -salt and pepper to taste -3 tablespoons tomato paste -1 can pinto beans, 1 can black beans don't drain pinto beans, partially drain black beans -1 (10 oz) package frozen corn or 1 can whole kernel corn, drained -6 green onions, white and green parts finely chopped -1/2 teaspoon garlic powder -1/2 teaspoon onion powder Cook rice; set aside. Meanwhile, heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, jalapeno and cumin; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened and golden, being careful not to let the garlic burn. Add tomato paste and

These taste so delicious and are so much better for you than store bought or even some of those homemade recipes that has loads of refined sugar and flour. We always make these at night and let them rest in the fridge all night and bake them the next morning for breakfast. For the Dough: -2 cups almond milk (or other non-dairy milk) -4 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil -1/2 tablespoon pure vanilla -1/4 cup honey -1/2 cup rolled oats (I've used both old fashion and quick with good results) -4 – 4 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (I use fresh ground white wheat) -1 tablespoon vital wheat gluten -1 3/4 teaspoon salt -3 3/4 teaspoon yeast Filling: -3 tablespoons coconut oil melted -3/4 cup sucanat or raw sugar -1 tablespoon cinnamon Combine ingredients in the bread machine in the order listed or according to your machines instructions. Use 4 cups of flour to start. Set the dough cycle and add more flour within the first few min. if the dough is too wet. When the dough has fin

This is a great recipe I got from my aunt Jo. The kids just love these pancakes, and so do we. They are light and fluffy, you would never guess they are whole wheat. They are also fast and easy to make! Makes 8-10 pancakes -1 cup almond milk (or other non-dairy milk) -1 cup uncooked wheat (the grain) -2 organic eggs -2 tablespoons olive oil -2 tablespoons honey -1/2 teaspoon salt -2 teaspoons baking powder Put milk and wheat in a blender. Blend on high for 4-5 min. or until batter is smooth. Add remaining ingredients and blend on low until mixed. Cook pancakes on hot griddle.

Feel free to double this recipe if you need too. This makes plenty for two adults and two small kids. Recipe was inspired by The Whole Life Nutrition and we modified to our liking For the ice cream: -1 can coconut milk (not light) -1 1/2 cups frozen strawberries -1/4 cup honey -1/2 tablespoon pure vanilla You will also need: -ice cream maker -rock salt -ice Blend all ice cream ingredients in a blender on low speed just until blended. Don't blend too fast or long. Add mixture into ice cream maker and follow manufactures instructions for your ice cream maker.

This is another delicious recipe from simple, healthy, tasty . I have not tried one recipe from her blog that I haven't liked! This was a big hit with the entire family! -Whole grain cooked spaghetti noodles -Favorite stir fry type veggies (I used a frozen stir fry mix from trader joes) -Nama Shoyu (soy sauce) if you are trying to avoid soy (like I am) coconut aminos is a great soy sauce substitute -Sesame Oil -Vegetable Broth Powder -Favorite good ingredient Teriyaki sauce -Roasted Cashews or Peanuts Saute the veggies in some oil and Shoyu on high heat just until crisp tender. Turn down heat and add cooked noodles and season with vegetable broth powder and teriyaki sauce to taste. Take off heat and add nuts. Serve immediately.

You would never guess these dinner rolls are 100% whole wheat! They are so light and very yummy! -3 /4 cup warm water -1 organic egg or 2 tablespoons flax meal + 3 tablespoons water -3 tablespoons honey -3 tablespoons olive oil -1 teaspoon salt -2-3 cups whole wheat flour -1 teaspoon vital wheat gluten or lemon juice -2 1/4 teaspoons yeast Add ingredients to your bread machine in the order listed or according to your bread machine instructions. Start dough cycle on your machine and wait a few minutes for the bread to kneed a bit. After a few minutes, check the dough to see if any more flour or water is needed. If the dough isn't forming a ball add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it forms a nice ball. If the dough is too hard, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it has a slightly sticky texture. After dough cycle is done. Take the dough out and kneed it a few times. Then shape dough into balls. For dinner rolls I use a muffin tin and place two balls in each, make

My friend Natalie shared the best idea for a healthy pizza that is so simple, yet I never would have thought of it. A pizza loaded with veggies, without cheese! We tried it and it was so delicious!! -Pizza dough (I make two medium pizzas and 1 medium loaf of bread with the best yet whole wheat bread recipe found here ) -Favorite good ingredient marinara sauce -Favorite veggie pizza toppings. We used spinach, tomatoes, olives and mushrooms but there are several options! Spread marinara sauce on prepared pizza dough, top with veggies and bake on a pizza pan at 475 for 10 min or until crust is brown.

Beets are seriously detoxing! They cleanse the blood, liver, and colon. You can taste a little beet in this smoothie but it's still a pleasant taste with all the added fruit! Remember to get organic produce whenever possible. The blender I use is an Oster brand and it was only $30 from Costco. For my smoothies I always put it on "liquify" and they come out nice and smooth. In your blender add: -1 cup orange juice (apple juice is really good too!) -half a beet peeled -4-6 baby carrots -handful of spinach BLEND Add: -a banana -an apple cut into chunks -6-8 frozen strawberries (I like blueberry's too!) -juice of 1 lime BLEND Add: -1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional) -ice (optional)

This is a great way to serve quinoa if you aren't too crazy about the taste. The other flavors take over and you still get the benefits eating the healthy quinoa. -1/2 cup organic quinoa -1 large ripe diced avocado -1 7oz can Herdez salsa (or your favorite salsa) -half can of organic black beans Rinse and prepare quinoa (1/2 cup of quinoa should be cooked in 1 cup water) according to package directions. In a bowl put diced avocado, black beans, and salsa together. When quinoa has cooked and cooled a bit, add it to the mixture and stir. Serve with some organic tortilla chips or in lettuce for some yummy lettuce wraps.

Coming from someone who doesn't even like oatmeal (or so I thought), this was DELICIOUS!! Recipe was inspired by healthy slow cooking we modified it just a tiny bit. she has over 40 different oatmeal recipes so be sure to check them out. -1/2 cup steel-cut oats (don't use rolled oats!) -2 cups unsweetened coconut milk -1 pear chopped -1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla -1 tablespoon pure maple syrup plus some extra for serving. If you have a 1/2-2quart slow cooker, spray with some olive oil to help with clean up and add all ingredients before you go to bed and set on LOW for 7-9 hours If you have a larger crock pot like me, take an oven safe dish (I use a pyrex casserole dish), spray with a little olive oil, add all ingredients to the dish. Take some tin foil and create a long snake shape and coil it up in a circle, like the picture shows. Place the foil in the center of your crock pot and put your dish with ingredients on top. Put some water in your crock pot, usually make the water

Recipe was inspired by 100 days of real food and we modified it to our liking. Most banana bread recipes call for sugar, it's so unnecessary when bananas are already so sweet all on their own. The millet is optional but don't be afraid to try it out. It adds a delicious crunchy texture, not to mention tons of heath benefits ! This recipe is yummy!!!! Preheat: 350 Cook time:40-50 min -2 1/4 cups whole-wheat flour (I use fresh ground hard white wheat) -3/4 teaspoons baking soda -1/4 teaspoon salt -1/4 cup millet (rinsed) -3 ripe bananas, mashed -1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce -1/4 cup honey -2 organic eggs -1/4 cup coconut oil -1 teaspoon vanilla Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt and millet. In a separate bowl mix mashed bananas with applesauce, honey, eggs, oil, and vanilla. Fold the banana mixture into the flour mixture until blended, careful not to over mix. In a greased pan, bake loaf for 40–50 minutes or until it comes clean with a toothpick.

Recipe was inspired by simple, healthy, tasty and we modified it to our liking. We made this for family night tonight and it was a huge hit with the whole family! For the ice cream: -1 can coconut milk (not light) -2 cups rice milk -3/4 cup raw sugar or sucanat -1 tablespoon pure vanilla You will also need: -ice cream maker -rock salt -ice Blend all ice cream ingredients in a blender on low speed just until blended. Don't blend too fast or long. Add mixture into ice cream maker and follow manufactures instructions for your ice cream maker. We love to eat this with our favorite healthy peanut butter cookies. Recipe found Here

This is a delicious recipe even my picky toddlers love. I got it from here and modified it to our liking. Preheat: 350 Cook Time: 20-25 min. -2 medium to large sweet potatoes -2 tablespoons coconut oil -2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract -1/3 cup almond or non dairy milk -1 organic egg or egg substitute -1 tablespoon pure maple syrup Peel and cube sweet potatoes and boil for about 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain, mash potatoes, add remaining ingredients, and stir. Add mixture to a square casserole dish and bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes until bubbly. The original recipe does have a healthy pecan topping but my kids prefer it plain. Nice and simple sweet potato casserole without loads of sugar!!

Whole wheat scones fried in coconut oil with honey butter. I got this amazing yummy recipe from simple, healthy, tasty this makes enough dough for two loafs of bread, so I made the dough and used half for a loaf of bread, and half for scones. With half the dough we had more then enough scones for our family of four so you may want to consider doing a loaf of bread as well, or just halving the recipe below. -1/3 Cup honey -1/3 Cup extra virgin olive oil -2 1/2 Cup Warm Water -1 1/2 Tablespoons Yeast -1 Tablespoon Sea Salt -6-7 Cups Fresh Ground Whole Wheat Flour (I use hard white wheat) -1 1/2 Tablespoons Vital Wheat Gluten If you don't have a mixer head on over to simple healthy tasty to see how she does it by hand. If you have a mixer: Start by adding the warm water, yeast, and 2 cups of flour to your bowl. Mix a few times around then let it sponge for 15 min. Add the oil, honey, vital wheat gluten, salt, and 4-5 cups additional flour until the dough is

This is the green smoothie we have every morning. Even our 1 and 2 yr old kiddos love this! This recipe feeds our family of four. Remember to get organic whenever possible. The blender I use is an Oster brand and it was only $30 from Costco. For my smoothies I always put it on "liquify" and they come out nice and smooth. It's the perfect blender until we save enough money for a Blentec. In your blender add: -2 cups of orange juice (we love Tropicana) OR 2 peeled oranges plus some water for thinning -about 3 or 4 handfuls of spinach (I loosely pile it to the near top of the blender) -a handful of kale BLEND Add: -a banana -an apple cut into chunks -4 or 5 frozen strawberries or your favorite berries BLEND Add: about a cup of ice if desired BLEND Add: 2 Tbs chia seed (optional) 1/2 tsp spirulina (optional) 1/2 tsp of raw cacao (optional) STIR or MIX and let sit a few minutes so the chia seeds can absorb ENJOY! You wont even be able to tas