Happy Monday, my dear friends! I hope your weekend was as great as mine. We are now rolling into the final five-day work week of November, and my holiday spirit is in full gear. It is hard to believe that Thanksgiving is less than two weeks away, but I am more than looking forward to [...]
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Perfectly crispy and flavorful Paleo Plantain Crusted Chicken Strips are gluten-free and kid-friendly. Oh, and kid-at-heart-friendly, too! Seriously, right?! That is what I was saying when I took my first bite of these chicken strips. I totally meant it in a good way, too. Sure, I love my Nightshade-Free Paleo Baked Chicken Strips. But back [...]
Perfectly Crispy Collards and Kale make for the most delicious healthy side. Serve them alongside your favorite protein and roasted veggies! This girl has come a long ways from her frozen Lean Cuisine, 100-calorie pack, fruit snack eating days. Not that there is anything wrong with those every now and then or in moderation, but [...]
Happy Monday, friends! I hope your weekend was as great as mine was. While I did not get in on the Halloween fun, I spent a great couple of days with Jeremy. We spent Saturday afternoon at an area bar day-drinking and watching the Iowa game. As you may have seen on Instagram, I came [...]
Holy caaaarap, it's almost November! This month has seriously flown by for me. I chalk it up to moving, starting a new job, and lots of family and friend time. I honestly haven't had a whole lot of time to actually focus on the day of the week or the month we are in. And though [...]
Meatballs kicked up a notch with pumpkin make for the perfect fall-inspired meal. Pair these Paleo Pumpkin Meatballs with your favorite comforting sides! A couple of months back, I tried these meatballs for the first time. I was on the hunt for AIP Paleo recipes, the flavors sounded delicious, and the balls sounded simple enough [...]
Parsnip "Rice" with Fresh Thyme & Sage is a nutty, flavorful substitute to rice. Serve with your favorite protein and additional sides for a cozy fall dinner or a holiday meal. Move over cauliflower rice. Parsnip "rice" is coming for ya! It is about to give you a run for your money, too. Ever since [...]
Easy Tuna Salad on the Go + PackIt® Freezable Insulated Salad Bag Review
October 12, 2015 in Recipes, Salads, SandwichesI feel like a real adult now. Why, you ask? Because ever since I started my new job, I have been using public transportation. I'm not sure what it is about that, but it makes me feel old, responsible, and like I have "made it" in the professional world. Plus, let's be honest, sometimes the [...]
Happy Wednesday my favorite veggie lovers! I hope your week is off to a great start. I started my new job last Thursday and so far so good. I have a ton to learn, but everyone has been very nice which has helped. I also love the atmosphere and am full of energy the second that [...]
A warm and cozy bowl of Turkey and Vegetable Cabbage Soup for fall and winter lunches and dinners. This isn't your grandma's cabbage soup! Fall is here! October is here! Amen, y'all. Soup season is officially back. While I continue to make and eat soup year round, I know many people who refuse to do [...]