Paleo

Green Blender Juice

When I am craving a green juice, but I don’t want to pull out my juicer, I make this Green Blender Juice. It is easy to make and requires less clean up than my juicer.

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Restaurant-Style Blender Salsa

This restaurant-style blender salsa couldn’t be easier to make. I typically have all of the ingredients on hand and it only takes 5 minutes to throw together.

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Grain Free Pumpkin Bread

It can be difficult to find good substitutes for baked goods when following a grain free diet. I love pumpkin bread and was determined to create a grain free and refined sugar free recipe that would satisfy my memories of fall treats.

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Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte

Nothing says fall like pumpkin spice, and enjoying these flavors in a warm drink is a great way to embrace the cooler temperatures of the season. This pumpkin spice chai latte is easy to make and has healthier ingredients than one you would buy at your local coffee shop. It is made with real pumpkin and sweetened with pure maple syrup.

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Roasted Cauliflower – Miznon Style

One of my favorite places in New York City to grab a quick bite is Miznon in the Chelsea Market. They have wonderful pita sandwiches and incredible vegetable side dishes. Whenever I go there, I order the whole roasted baby cauliflower. They are famous for it, and it is absolutely delicious.

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rosemary cashews

Rosemary Cashews

When I’m entertaining, I like having something ready for guests to nibble on when they arrive. These Rosemary Cashews are easy to throw together and are guaranteed to elevate a cocktail hour or afternoon snack. They are sweet and salty with a subtle kick of heat.

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Avocado Herb Dressing or Dip

I love that this dressing is creamy, flavorful and very versatile. It works well with leafy green salads and as a dip for vegetables. You can also use it as a spread for wraps and sandwiches.

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Southwestern Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potato fries are on my list of all time favorite foods. When I order them at a restaurant it takes a tremendous amount of restraint for me to not finish the whole plate. I know that many restaurants add extra ingredients and use cooking methods that are not necessary for delicious sweet potato fries.

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The Oak Island Press

This refreshing citrus cocktail was created while we were on vacation with friends on Oak Island in Lake of the Woods. This remote island is accessed by boat from a small town in northern Minnesota. Before we crossed the lake to our friends’ cabin, we gathered supplies at the neighborhood grocery store, grabbing an assortment of citrus fruits to use with a small citrus juicer.

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Grilled Chicken Bruschetta

Nothing says summer like fresh tomatoes, especially if they come from your garden or the local farmers’ market. One of my favorite ways to eat tomatoes is with fresh basil and garlic. This grilled chicken bruschetta recipe is similar to traditional bruschetta except I skip the toasted bread and use grilled chicken breasts in its place.

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