In one of my recent trips to Trader Joe’s, I spotted a large display of fresh cranberries. I love their tart flavor, especially in baked goods, so I decided to pick some up. Since cranberries have a short season, I would recommend grabbing some if you see them, and freezing for later use. I went for the bags that contained the richest red color. Cranberries vary in shade, but the…
It’s snowing! … yup, in California 🙂 It’s Saturday, so I will be home studying & getting chores done all day. And as long as I don’t have to be out in it (or shoveling it or something), I love the snow. With all of this wintery weather and Christmas right around the corner, I can feel a major shift in the air…. Pumpkin Spice season is over,…
Everyone loves homemade chocolate chip cookies… but sometimes the best part is eating the dough, right? These chocolate chip cookie dough bites are perfect, since they’re made to be eaten straight from the bowl. Cookie dough free of eggs & with good-for-you ingredients~ what could be better!? I was inspired to create this recipe after I had seen several on Pinterest for “no-bake cookie dough”, but made mine to meet…
Here’s a simple, delicious side dish idea- perfect for Thanksgiving, or any time of year! This recipe combines warm fall flavors in a delicious way you can feel good about~ packed with fiber & vitamin A. Now sweet potatoes taste amazing all on their own, but when combined with cinnamon & pecans… they are so much better. It’s so easy to do these “Paleo-style”~ without losing out on any flavor whatsoever.…
There’s something so comforting about warm baked goods first thing in the morning with a cup of coffee, especially on a chilly weekend. Muffins remind me of home and my mom and a cozy, yummy-smelling house. Unfortunately, muffins are typically not your friend – especially the ones that taste REAL good (I’m looking at you Starbucks pumpkin cream cheese muffin…) These, however, are muffins you can feel…
One big question I’ve heard from several people gone Paleo is, “What should I put in my coffee?”. With all of the “amazing” flavored lattes and sinful frappuccino creations out there in the world, it’s hard to find Paleo-friendly options. Of course you can always opt for straight black coffee, but I guess I’m not grown up enough for that yet! 😉 Starbucks doesn’t offer almond or coconut milk as…