Lucille’s Bonbons- Peanut butter & chocolate
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Lucille’s Bonbons- Peanut butter & chocolate

If you love chocolate and peanut butter you will definitely love Lucille’s Bonbons! Consider this; a slightly crunchy peanut butter ball covered in rich chocolate. Sound dreamy? It is!  Try some for your next holiday, party, or craving; whichever comes first! This special recipe is from a friend of my mother’s, her name, as you might…

Gluten Free Peanut Butter/SunButter Crispy Treats
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Gluten Free Peanut Butter/SunButter Crispy Treats

By now I bet you’ve noticed I have a bit of a sweet tooth. It’s true…but I do try to keep my sweet tooth cravings on the “somewhat” healthier side, like these gluten-free peanut butter/SunButter crispy treats. And sometimes I don’t… Either way, you should try these crispy treats. This recipe doesn’t use marshmallows or…

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…

Healthy Family-Style Chicken Pot Pie
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Healthy Family-Style Chicken Pot Pie

Family-style chicken pot pie, did someone mention comfort food? How about healthier comfort food? A hearty homestyle chicken pot pie with less fat, loaded with healthy veggies, and topped with buttermilk biscuits. But don’t worry, you won’t mind it having less fat because this dish’s incredible flavor will reel you right in. We’re talking about…

Savory Sweet Potato Nuggets ~ Gluten-Free & Plant-Based
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Savory Sweet Potato Nuggets ~ Gluten-Free & Plant-Based

I know what you’re thinking…these savory sweet potato nuggets look like chicken nuggets, right? That’s actually how I came up with the name…but these little gems have no meat, they are made from mostly sweet potatoes, nuts, and seeds. They are fun to eat and pretty darn versatile, though my favorite way is to dip…

Easy Broccoli Soup ~ Vegan, gluten & dairy-free options
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Easy Broccoli Soup ~ Vegan, gluten & dairy-free options

 Not only is this broccoli soup easy, but it’s also really good! I made it for the first time on Christmas Eve a few years ago. I decided I needed to try something different and it was a huge hit! I’ve made it many times since then. I like it best served with sandwiches. Everyone…

Gluten-Free, Allergy-Friendly Coconut Oat Cookies
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Gluten-Free, Allergy-Friendly Coconut Oat Cookies

No one is going to know these gluten-free, allergy-friendly coconut oat cookies are healthy. These cookies are incredibly soft and flavorful without using eggs or butter. Of course, you can make these coconut oat cookies with regular or whole wheat pastry flour if gluten-free isn’t necessary. This recipe idea is from  The China Study Cookbook;…

Gluten Free Banana Pumpkin & Oat Waffles
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Gluten Free Banana Pumpkin & Oat Waffles

Easy gluten-free banana pumpkin & oat waffles are perfect for breakfast and even snack time. Lately, I’ve been munching on quinoa & oat banana waffles, and I thought, why not add pumpkin to that recipe along with some additional spices? I’ve been in the mood for some pumpkin waffles, but I didn’t want to add…

Apple-Berry Healthy Oat Breakfast Bars ~ Gluten-Free and Vegan
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Apple-Berry Healthy Oat Breakfast Bars ~ Gluten-Free and Vegan

Apple-Berry Healthy Oat Breakfast Bars are a perfect quick breakfast to make ahead for busy mornings or before a workout. These tasty breakfast bars are not only hearty and delicious, but they are quick and easy to make as well. We’ve certainly enjoyed growing apples, pears, plums, and figs over the years, and it’s a…

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….