Fresh Tomato Pie, Oh My! Today, we’re making a fresh tomato pie. Stick with me as I delve into this cheesy golden-baked dish made with ripe tomatoes that showcase the essence of summer. Let’s get into it… What Is Tomato Pie? Tomato pie is a southern summer classic made with season ripe tomatoes, and fresh herbs baked in a pie shell topped with a cheese mayonnaise combination spread. This impressive beauty makes for the perfect main course, or brunch dish that will steal the show at any summer gathering. How Do You Prepare Tomato Pie? To achieve a delectable pie, you don’t just stuff the center with tomatoes and expect…
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apricot oven pancake
Let’s make an apricot oven pancake! There are many reasons to love pancakes. They’re quick, easy to make, and can be paired with whatever you like, but this apricot oven pancake will have you rethinking classic pancakes. Why? The style of this puffy, deep crispy browned crust is visually spectacular! The interior is made of a pool of ripe tangy-sweet apricot sauce that is juicy, decadent, and original in taste paired with a modest dollop of sour cream that rivals a generous drizzle of maple syrup. IJS. To begin preparing this DELECTABLE creation, melt a pat of butter in a skillet for 2-3 minutes. While the butter is melting, assemble…
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15 delicious back to school recipes from breakfast to dinner
Back to School Recipes! With most schools returning back to school, I wanted to share with you some delicious back-to-school recipes to help you with your meal planning. Whether your children are distance-learning, returning back to school, or homeschooling one thing’s for certain they need to eat. Today, I gathered up 15 healthy recipes from breakfast to dinner that are popular by you and some of my personal favorites. Your meal plans should be simple-easy, flavorful, colorful, and absolutely delicious. So without further ado, here are 15 delicious back-to-school recipes from breakfast to dinner. I also included a link to free downloadable meal planning templates because I know how busy…
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leveled up spiced egg curry with baby kale
Spiced egg curry is a WHOLE MOOD! Snazzy-looking Made with locally sourced organic eggs Adorned with fresh handpicked baby kale (Grown by Yours Truly) Spiced up with: Ginger, Garlic, Turmeric, Cumin, Red chili powder, Fennel seeds, and Garam Masala Now, that we’ve established the MOOD, let’s get into why this recipe works as the perfect stand-in to get folks fed. It’s easy peasy on the scale of difficulty. In less than 30 minutes, you’ll end hunger in your household. WIN!! The ingredient variations are endless. You can make it using boiled eggs, toss in some mushrooms, eggplant makes for a meaty option, or add sweet potatoes to add a hefty…
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vegan rose scones
What does this blog need? Another scone recipe. Enter: vegan rose scones. Light, fluffy, sweet, floral Crumbly Hella moist Buttermilk style scones It’s no secret scones are the love of my life and these rose scones are no exception. Made by adding vegan buttermilk to add an element of tang, these mounds of buttery goodness harmonize with the rose petals they display. I used apple cider vinegar and almond milk as my buttermilk substitute creating an acidic concoction to give these mounds the lift they need. Shredded cold butter cut into the dry ingredients seamlessly. Like many flowers, the dried rose petal flakes infused pops of bright sweetness throughout. Baked…
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moringa tea latte
Meet Moringa. A super edible tree that’s one of the most nutritious superfoods on the planet. The leaves are nutrient-dense in Vitamins A & C, Calcium, Zinc, Iron, Magnesium, and Potassium. It’s said to reduce inflammation. Assists with malnutrition & obesity. Helps with moods such as fatigue, and anxiety. And it makes AMAZINGLY delicious Moringa tea lattes. This Moringa latte has all the makings of a great cup of tea. It takes all of 15 minutes to make brewed in oat milk to tone down the earthy flavor and sweetened with honey to strike the perfect balance. Tea drinking is a ritual I partake in daily as it comforts and…
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HOW TO MAKE ALMOND MILK
The Winter Apocalypse is coming! Winter awakened, and we had our first glimpse of snow of the season. It was AMAZING! Like, 4 feet deep AMAZING! Shoveling snow replaced cardio on the treadmill AMAZING! Made a snowman AMAZING! Binge watched Netflix AMAZING! Snacked all day AMAZING! Shrouded in blankets; cozy sitting on the couch, sipping hot chocolate AMAZING! I don’t know if it’s the cabin fever speaking or what, but I enjoyed the snowy days, gray skies, tranquil nights, and being surrounded by family. Hmmm, surrounded by family? Maybe, I should have this cabin fever checked out. Just kidding, we had a ball! I got a lot accomplished!! The laundry…
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LEMON LIME WATER CLEANSE
Today, I’m re-posting this 2016 Lemon Lime water cleanse article because timing is EVERYTHING in this post-Thanksgiving week. This Lemon Lime water cleanse is by far, one of my most popular posts and much needed this week. This cleanse is needed after gluttonous eating, seasonal transitions, and because the body needs a reset. Enjoy! _________________________________________ It’s time to cleanse! Yesterday we transitioned into Springtime!!! [THIS IS WHERE YOU DRAMATICALLY OVERREACT!! ] The spring equinox is the perfect time to; restore balance and implement healthy practices in your life after a dark, cold, comfort-eating winter. Last December, I did my first seasonal cleanse for the winter solstice, and I loved it.…
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delicious healthy fall recipes
The countdown to fall 2020 recipes begins NOW! Here’s a roundup of 10 delicious fall recipes to whet your appetite as fall is slowly starting to make her presence felt. Enjoy! Healthy Lentil Quinoa Chili: Grab a bowl; this Lentil quinoa chili is ready to devour. MMMMMMMMM. So healthy and decadent, full of vegetable chunks and lots of GOOD, GOOD. Calendula Bread: Welcome Fall with this wholesome loaf of bread that’s wondrous- perfectly moist, delightfully spiced, densely rich with amber colored flecks of calendula flowers throughout rendering it bona fide healthy. Pumpkin Chickpea Mushroom Stew: It’s bright, bold with a rich and savory base, chock filled with pumpkins, satisfying chickpeas, garlic…
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banana pineapple green algae smoothie
You don’t know love until you’ve had this banana pineapple green algae smoothie. Blue-Green algae provide the hue + frozen banana + succulent pineapple chunks give this SUPERFOOD smoothie its tangy taste and creamy texture. Before we get into this blender beauty, I’m going to pause for a moment to discuss the health benefits of adding blue-green algae into your smoothies. HEALTH BENEFITS: If you’re in the market for a premium green powder supplement that will boost your energy and enhance your mental clarity, this pristine powder is it. Loaded with high concentrations of trace minerals, vitamins, and chlorophyll you’ll want to integrate into your daily drinks (i.e water, juice,…
