GF Sesame Chicken In The Crock-Pot
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GF Sesame Chicken In The Crock-Pot

I think your family will love this tasty GF Sesame Chicken recipe.  There is a surprising “punch” of flavor that will have everyone going back for seconds…so you’re probably not going to have leftovers. You can make this recipe with or without the sesame seeds. Scoop the saucy chicken over long-grain rice, gluten-free egg noodles,…

Cashew-Lemon Basil Pesto ~ Gluten-free & plant-based
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Cashew-Lemon Basil Pesto ~ Gluten-free & plant-based

If you like to try new recipes Cashew-Lemon Basil Pesto would be my first suggestion. It’s a super easy recipe, and who doesn’t like easy dinner ideas right?  I started eating pesto a couple of years ago and I am not stopping any time soon. There is just something about the basil flavor that makes…

GF Chocolate Peanut Butter Hurricane Cookies  
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GF Chocolate Peanut Butter Hurricane Cookies  

These GF Chocolate Peanut Butter Hurricane Cookies take peanut butter to a whole new level. Chocolate, peanut butter, candy, and nuts. What a treat! You can make these cookies with regular flour as well as gluten-free. What should I know about these cookies if I have food allergies? 1. First and foremost always read labels of your…

The Best Appetizer Meatballs  ~ Gluten-Free option
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The Best Appetizer Meatballs  ~ Gluten-Free option

These tasty appetizer meatballs are crowd-pleasers, and the leftovers make wonderful sandwiches. This recipe makes a huge batch, which I like because I love having ready-made meatballs in the freezer. I don’t freeze the meatballs in the sauce; that way, they can be used for soup, spaghetti, or whatever I might be making at that…

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…

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…

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…