So we got an Instapot! And, so far, we're loving it! It makes great rice and fab beans! As a Tica, black beans are a staple in our house. (Tica is the nickname for a female from Costa Rica.) If you know anything about Latin American culture, you know we like our beans. Each country or even region has its favorite...Continue reading
Earlier in the week Paul came across a video that teaches how to make real, original, 18th Century American Flap Jacks! How cool is that to be able to try something that our foremothers used to make! Paul cooked them up for breakfast today, and they were delish. And they are easy, to boot! Perfect! Paul and Lydia ate them in...Continue reading
Enjoy my simple, clean summer gazpacho recipe! A fresh, healthy and super easy recipe that I cooked up in our kitchen tonight. After getting a huge amount of beautiful tomatoes from our CSA (Rise 'N Shine Organic Farm) this week, I threw this together for the perfect non-cook summer dinner. Add crusty baguette circles...Continue reading
You want to know the cleanest, yummiest, ice cream snack? A frozen banana. It's delicious! And SOOOO easy to make. I used to eat these all the time as a kid in Costa Rica. It's been about 35 years since I've had one, and it's just as great as I remember! Ingredients Ripe bananas (but not over ripe) Popsicle...Continue reading
Getting creative with how we present snacks can make eating healthy more fun for kids. Why not make it healthy AND fun at the same time. Ingredients apples grapes blueberries sunflower seeds (optional) natural, unsweetened, organic peanut butter (or non-nut butter for kids with nut allergies) or honey Preparation 1. Slice and core apple. 2. Spread the...Continue reading
Serves: 2Preparation time: 5 minCooking time: 30 min For a quick, clean vegan protein, try my curried garbanzos. Easy and super tasty and is my new favorite. Plus it's clean eating and 21 Day Fix approved! Ingredients 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1/4 c chopped shallots* 1/4 c finely chopped leeks* 1 clove garlic, minced...Continue reading
Serves: lotsPreparation time: 5 minCooking time: 15 min Quinoa is a fantastic carb. It's loaded in protein, clean and healthy. It's my go-to carb. I keep some cooked in the fridge at all times to add to any healthy meal. It’s delicious and can be prepared in 20 minutes! It’s great to eat as a side or add to...Continue reading
Looking for a fun way to serve up a healthy snack to your kids? Try homemade shapely pita chips! Add some homemade hummus, and voila, you've got a fun, healthy, clean snack to serve up in minutes! Ingredients Pita (That's it! tee hee) I use Joseph's Flax Oat Bran & Whole Wheat Pita since it's high in protein, has...Continue reading
Homemade hummus is so much better for you than store-bought, so much tastier, and a quick recipe to mix up. I make this weekly and keep some handy for the family at all times. It's a quick, easy kid-friendly snack with clean ingredients and lots of protein. Add some homemade Critter Pita Chips, and you have a party! Ingredients 1...Continue reading
When it's hot outside who doesn't want to cool off with a frozen yummy? When we buy pre-made pops, they are usually full of sugar, preservatives and all kinds of nasties. So, why not make a healthy version in just minutes? Try this for a clean afternoon snack with your kids! Ingredients 1 cup plain 2% greek yogurt 1 cup mixed fruit, fresh...Continue reading