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Carrot Coconut Banana Muffins

These muffins are yummy!!!!  And the best part is that there is minimal sugar added. 2 cups nut meal/flour (I used 1 cup almond meal and 1 cup walnut meal) 2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp sea salt 1 T cinnamon 1 cup shredded coconut 3 large eggs 3 ripe bananas, mashed 1/2 cup real butter, […]

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Almond Banana Pancake – 3 Ingredients

My cousin swears by this 3 ingredient Paleo recipe.  And from my point of view, it is a balanced recipe with carbs, protein, and healthy fat.  It’s a new family favorite. 3 Eggs 3 Ripe Bananas, mashed 1/2 cup Almond Butter Optional: Add extra nuts/seeds for crunch Mix these 3 ingredients well.  Mixture will be a little running.  Silver […]

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Thai Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce

This meal requires a fair amount of chopping but otherwise it is simple.  With all the raw vegetables, it is truly clean eating.  It’s a fun dish for families and small get togethers. Thai Buffet Ingredients for 4 adults (all ingredients are optional depending on your preferences): 1 cucumber, chopped into thin little strips 1 […]

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Quick Minestrone Soup

Minestrone soup is one of my staple soups.  In my recipe, I add extra veggies and beans for a heartier and healthier version.  Feel free to add more vegetables than what I listed, like green beans, kale or spinach. You can skip the pasta or I add in a small amount for less processed carbs. […]

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Pumpkin Brownies

I have to admit that these are not quite “healthy” but it is the easiest recipe ever and the nutritional value is enriched. By adding in a whole can of pumpkin puree, these brownies have tons more vitamins and minerals and fiber. 1 can pure pumpkin puree  1 box of conventional brownie mix (betty crocker […]

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Pumpkin Granola

I love this recipe because it is simple and made with clean ingredients. It’s low in sugar compared to most granola. Ingredients: 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 2/3 cup unsweetened coconut (if you can only find sweetened, then cut down to 1/4 cup syrup) 1 cup of desired nuts/seeds (my favorites are pecans, almonds, walnuts, […]

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10 Minute Vegetarian Tortilla Soup

Honestly, this soup took me 10 minutes to make and it is tasty!  I have made a non-vegetarian version before: Chicken Tortilla Soup. Ingredients: Olive Oil for sauteing 1 onion, chopped 2 bell peppers, chopped (I used red and orange for more color) 1 jalapeno, diced (I did not have one so I used 1 […]

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Hearty Lentil Soup

Yummy recipe and so easy! Ingredients: 2 T olive oil 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 cup chopped carrots 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/2 pound lentils, rinsed 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes (I used fire roasted) 1 quart low sodium vegetable or chicken broth 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly […]

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Kale Basil Pesto

I bet you that no one can tell that kale is added. You could also substitute spinach. This easy recipe makes a large batch so freeze a few containers for a quick future dinner fix. I freeze my extra in ice cube trays and then a zip lock bag. Ingredients: 2 cups packed basil 2-3 […]

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Salsa with Beans and Corn

There is no comparison to fresh salsa. In the summer, I make it weekly from garden veggies and we eat it with everything. Ingredients: 2-3 large ripe tomatoes, diced 1 large onion, diced 1/2-1 jalapeno pepper, diced finely (maybe start with half and test spiciness) 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Fresh lime juice from 1 […]

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