Healthy Pumpkin Half-Domes ~ Gluten-Free
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Healthy Pumpkin Half-Domes ~ Gluten-Free

I knew right away these healthy pumpkin half-domes would become a favorite at my house. Pumpkin half-dome cookies can be a dessert or a snack. We take them on long bike rides and hikes, and I often will grab one before a workout.  Even though they aren’t super sweet cookies, they are incredibly flavorful from…

Scrambled Eggs & Asparagus, A Tasty Mood Lifting Breakfast
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Scrambled Eggs & Asparagus, A Tasty Mood Lifting Breakfast

Scrambled eggs & asparagus might be the perfect start to a terrific day! I have heard that foods can actually be mood-lifting, and that asparagus of all things, is one of the best. I decided to give this a try as a breakfast experiment, scrambled eggs and asparagus with a little ham and cheese. Breakfast…

Homemade Sugar Free Ketchup – Preservative Free
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Homemade Sugar Free Ketchup – Preservative Free

After many batches of trying to make a homemade sugar-free ketchup, thank goodness I finally came up with one I liked. One of the hardest parts of being on the yeast-free diet was going without ketchup. I am a huge ketchup and french fry fan. I also simply must have ketchup with steak, even though…

Oat Banana Waffles ~ Gluten-Free & Vegan
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Oat Banana Waffles ~ Gluten-Free & Vegan

Break that all-night fast with these quick and incredibly easy oat banana waffles. This simple banana and oat waffle recipe has been a staple in my freezer for over 20 years. A healthy waffle is hard to find, especially a gluten-free, low-fat waffle. To guarantee you are making gluten-free waffles use certified gluten-free oats like Bob’s…

Simple Butternut Sweet Potato Soup – Gluten & Dairy-Free!
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Simple Butternut Sweet Potato Soup – Gluten & Dairy-Free!

Simple Butternut Sweet Potato Soup is a great way to show kids how tasty veggies can be. Dinner doesn’t have to be complicated to be healthy and delicious for you. This recipe scores high in the easy category! Sweet potatoes and squash are great sources of vitamins A, C, and B plus rich in fiber….

Turkey and Sage Breakfast Patties
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Turkey and Sage Breakfast Patties

Turkey and Sage Breakfast Patties are a delicious alternative to regular pork sausage patties except for a lot healthier. This recipe is perfect for those who can’t have gluten, yeast, or dairy. I love that I know exactly what is in it and can indulge without worrying. These turkey and sage patties are easy to…

Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas or Beans ~ A Colorful Sidedish
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Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas or Beans ~ A Colorful Sidedish

I Love these sauteed sugar snap peas. The color is gorgeous, and even kids gobble them up. Fresh, crunchy, quick, and healthy. They taste great too!  I even grab the leftovers from the fridge and eat them cold the next day. You will need a few simple ingredients to make this great-tasting side dish. Add…

Perfectly Roasted Squash & Brussels Sprouts
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Perfectly Roasted Squash & Brussels Sprouts

Roasting vegetables is a great way to introduce your kids to these super healthy vegetables. My daughter made roasted butternut squash and Brussels sprouts for us over Thanksgiving break a few years ago and we all loved them! I’ve been roasting them ever since! Season as you like, we prefer McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Steak Seasoning….

Fresh Mango Salsa ~ Two different versions
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Fresh Mango Salsa ~ Two different versions

You are right where you need to be if you love fresh mango salsa! Not too sweet…not too spicy. What a treat this salsa is…and a nice variation from the traditional salsa we normally eat on a daily basis. We are serious salsa lovers in this house! As many of you may know, my husband…