Mustard or Garlic-Spiked Crispy Potato Cakes {Cookbook Giveaway}

January 20, 2017 by Faith 17 Comments

The flavor of these Mustard or Garlic-Spiked Crispy Potato Cakes will transport you straight to India for street food!

I am a ridiculously big fan of street food. When I travel, one of my favorite ways to experience a new place is to spend an afternoon wandering around with no real destination to speak of, enjoying the local fare from street vendors. Not only does it provide an authentic sampling of local eats, but it’s also a much more affordable option!…

No-Bake Oatmeal Cookie Energy Bites {Gluten-Free}

January 16, 2017 by Faith 4 Comments

These gluten-free No-Bake Oatmeal Cookie Energy Bites are the perfect treat to keep in the fridge to grab pre-workout or any time you need an energy boost! In college I used to exercise early in the morning on an empty stomach and it didn’t phase me, not even during a long spin class! (Of course I was pretty ravenous post-workout though.) Now I find that I need to eat just a little something about 30 minutes before a workout not only for an energy boost, but also to keep from getting dizzy or light-headed mid-workout....

Easy 5-Ingredient Chicken Parmesan Quinoa Casserole {Gluten-Free; Lactose-Free}

January 13, 2017 by Faith 3 Comments

This gluten and lactose-free Easy 5-Ingredient Chicken Parmesan Quinoa Casserole is the type of meal that makes smart use of a few pre-made or leftover ingredients so all you have to do is assemble it and toss it in the oven! Chicken Parm is one of those things that always calls my name when I see it on a menu. It’s really hard to beat the combination of crispy breaded chicken topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. But it’s actually pretty rare that I order it!...

2-Minute Gluten-Free Microwave Muffin

January 11, 2017 by Faith 9 Comments

The prospect of a 2-Minute Gluten-Free Microwave Muffin will make you want to get out of bed on even the coldest mornings! Plus six other ideas for healthy homemade hot breakfasts that whip up in about five minutes to start your day off right. The prospect of a warm breakfast is sometimes the only thing that can coax me out of my cozy bed on a frigid winter morning. But then reality hits and the thought of actually having to make a hot meal at an ungodly hour is enough to make me hit snooze for the next 30 minutes, lol. That’s when it’s handy […]...

Creamy Garlic and Chive White Bean Chowder with Leeks {Gluten-Free}

January 9, 2017 by Faith 3 Comments

This gluten-free Creamy Garlic and Chive White Bean Chowder with Leeks is rich and velvety and full of fiber and protein! We all know sometimes less is more in life, and I think this can be particularly true when it comes to food. Think about a perfectly ripe summer tomato; the only thing it needs is maybe a sprinkle of salt to be mind-blowing. Or warm fresh baked bread, which can be improved by nothing except a smear of butter. Or creamy vanilla ice cream flecked with specks of vanilla beans and drizzled with hot fudge. So many times simple flavors win out....

Thai-Inspired Chicken and Vegetable Detox Soup {Paleo}

January 2, 2017 by Faith 6 Comments

This cleansing paleo Thai-Inspired Chicken and Vegetable Detox Soup is packed full of both flavor and nutrients. After all the making merry that goes on during the holiday season, most of us could probably use a little TLC in the form of nutrition. After even just a couple days of less conscious eating (read: junk food indulging!) I find that I’m noticeably less energetic, more bloated, and less able to focus. I don’t like to beat myself up over it (because that just leads to a bad relationship with food and let’s be honest, ain’t nobody got time for that), but I do like to […]...

5-Minute Candy Cane Dip or Spread

December 30, 2016 by Faith 2 Comments

5-Minute Candy Cane Dip or Spread is a delicious, creamy peppermint dip for cookies and fruit or spread for toast and bagels. Right about now you’re probably starting to think about taking down your holiday decorations (ugh, lol…that’s the worst part about decoarations), and wondering what the heck to do with all those leftover candy canes....

Low-Carb White Cheddar Crisps with Rosemary and Black Pepper

December 26, 2016 by Faith 5 Comments

Low-Carb White Cheddar Crisps with Rosemary and Black Pepper make a great addition to your New Year’s Eve festivities, and not just for low-carb eaters! I got you something, so show me a smile. It came in the form of an order accompanied by a wink, and because it was one of my best friends giving it, I knew two things: 1) it was something I would love, and 2) I had better smile....

Paleo Eggnog Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream

December 23, 2016 by Faith 3 Comments

Paleo Eggnog Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream feature fluffy cake and creamy frosting, and are sure to please paleo and non-paleo eaters! Eggnog is one of those things that plays more of a nostalgic role for me than anything else. I love the idea of eggnog (because it always evokes happy holiday memories), but when it comes to actually downing a cup of it (even a small cup), I don’t quite love it so much. Even the best commercially-made brands of eggnog are always a little too rich and a lot too sweet for my taste, and I’ll be honest, making homemade eggnog just isn’t high […]...

Sumac-Spiced Baked Eggs with Kale {Paleo}

December 19, 2016 by Faith Leave a Comment

Paleo Sumac-Spiced Baked Eggs with Kale are just different enough to be more interesting than your average egg dish, but not so off-the-wall that they’re not a crowd-pleaser. Sumac adds a pleasantly tangy flavor that nicely compliments the earthy kale. Last Friday evening, Mike and I photographed and catered a private event. It ended up being a pretty random thing for us; a friend of a friend needed a caterer and I was recommended to cook, and as a total bonus Mike was available for photography. What was the event? A sweetheart of a guy was proposing to his girlfriend (and she said yes!) and […]...

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