Nut-free recipes

Strawberry-Picking + Strawberry-Orange “Soda” {Recipe ReDux}

Strawberry-Picking + Strawberry-Orange “Soda” {Recipe ReDux}

For the past four years, I have loved being a chaperone for my kids’ preschool strawberry-picking trip in May. The first two years I went with my son’s class, and the past two years I have accompanied my daughter’s class. Since my daughter (my youngest!) starts the

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Food Allergy Week + Nut-free Kale Pesto

Food Allergy Week + Nut-free Kale Pesto

This week is Food Allergy Awareness Week. Food Allergy Awareness Week was created by Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FARE) in 1998 to help increase awareness of the prevalence and severity of food allergies and to help foster safe and respectful environments for those with food allergies.

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Mediterranean Month: Beet & Garbanzo Salad

Mediterranean Month: Beet & Garbanzo Salad

This vegetarian salad packs a protein punch, thanks to the chickpeas, walnuts and feta. My two favorite tricks for this fuss-free salad? Use already-cooked beets and roast in conventional or standard oven. And, forget dressing. Just drizzle olive oil and coarse salt on salad, toss to coat and

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Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich {Recipe}

Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich {Recipe}

This vegetarian sandwich comes together in about 15 minutes and makes a tasty and power packed lunch. If making the night before, store components individually and then assemble before eating. Rich in folate, potassium, dietary fiber, protein and vitamins C and K, this sandwich will please even

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Coconut Carrot Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

Coconut Carrot Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

Today is National Oatmeal Cookie Day. So, I thought it would be fun to do a breakfast twist on this old classic cookie. These gluten-free breakfast goodies are made with lots of oats (of course), plus some carrots, toasted coconut, cinnamon, walnuts, dried cranberries and a little sunflower seed butter for added

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Celebrating Zucchini + Chocolate Zucchini Muffins {Recipe}

Celebrating Zucchini + Chocolate Zucchini Muffins {Recipe}

In honor of National Zucchini Bread Day, I am (re-)sharing my favorite zucchini bread recipe… EZ Freeze Chocolate Zucchini Muffins. These muffins are so easy to make, super-tasty and freeze well for those crazy school (and work!) mornings! Plus, they are a great “food fix” when you crave “something

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Dinner on the Fly + Mexican-Style Veggie Bowl {Recipe}

Dinner on the Fly + Mexican-Style Veggie Bowl {Recipe}

After a winter of crazy fluctuating temperatures and less than stellar training, I ran my first half-marathon on Sunday! Pretty frigid temperatures (especially at 6 AM!), but so fun and rewarding! I mean, how often do we–as adults–get cheered on by random strangers? It’s good for the soul. No

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No-Bake Chocolate Zucchini Energy Bites {Recipe}

No-Bake Chocolate Zucchini Energy Bites {Recipe}

These energy bites contain whole ingredients and a lot less added sugars than store-bought granola and energy bars. Plus, this version contains a hidden ingredient: zucchini. It’s a tasty way to add a little more veggie to your day! PrintNo-Bake Chocolate Zucchini Energy Bites Ingredients1.25 cups regular

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Dinner on a Budget + Tuna Teriyaki Bowl {Recipe}

Dinner on a Budget + Tuna Teriyaki Bowl {Recipe}

“We spend too much on food.” That statement can be overheard in my home, muttered by my husband, pretty much most months of the year. Although I tell him we (read: I) don’t spend that much on food and that the U.S. spends much less than other countries

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Tips to Make Your Resolutions Stick + Recipes

Tips to Make Your Resolutions Stick + Recipes

Ready or not, 2017 is here and (for me) already feeling like it’s in full swing. And, I’ve just barely articulated my goals for the new year. Hopefully, you’re feeling more prepared and organized with your 2017 goals! It’s estimated that slightly less than half of all Americans

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