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happy holidays 2018

Dearest Readers, This year has been full of so many delicious recipes and memorable moments. Thank you so much to all of you who have been…Read More

tamari turkey meatballs with maple tahini glaze

These festive party meatballs are a real crowd-pleaser! And almost everyone at the party can enjoy them because they’re naturally gluten-free! Ground lean turkey is…Read More

5 universal truths i learned from teaching bodypump

I have some news you guys. I quit teaching BodyPump. I know, I know. You were’t expecting that. I wasn’t really expecting that. I am…Read More

terra’s kitchen meal kits

This post was sponsored by Terra’s Kitchen. All opinions expressed here are my own. When I was a personal chef, every morning I’d drive to…Read More

sweet potato noodles with shrimp and cilantro pesto

This recipe for gluten-free sweet potato noodles topped with shrimp, cilantro pesto and peas is a clean eating weeknight meal ready in under 45 minutes!…Read More

slow cooker ham and broccoli brunch bread pudding

Happy Friday my dear friends. This Slow Cooker Ham and Broccoli Brunch Bread Pudding is the perfect make-ahead recipe for Easter or Mother’s Day brunch….Read More

raspberry yogurt cups with clementine hearts {gluten-free and no added sugar}

These pretty pink raspberry yogurt cups are a candy-free way to celebrate Valentine’s Day and have no added sugar. They are topped off with naturally sweet…Read More

holiday weekend reads nibbles and sips ~ thursday things

READS I actually hadn’t heard of (or more likely noticed) a third of these new to 2015 slang terms but this post is an amusing one…Read More

maple apricot hermit cookies

Today I am sharing these chewy, spicy Maple Apricot Hermit Cookies from my new cookbook, Maple. They are made with whole-grain flour, they are egg-free…Read More

garlic rosemary steaks with kale walnut pesto

These grass-fed steaks are so flavorful and juicy. After they are rubbed with garlic and rosemary paste and cooked on the grill top them with…Read More

kale caesar romano with almonds {gluten free}

This Kale Caesar Romano is so simple and healthy. If you are looking for an egg-free and gluten-free caesar salad, this is a delicious one…Read More

healthy chocolate hazelnut raspberry tart

Here is a healthy raspberry tart recipe with dark chocolate and easy hazelnut crust!  This whole-grain hazelnut crust is so easy to make. Just mix…Read More

thursday things ~ what’s been happening in the 802

Besides cooking for the blog, so much fun stuff has been happening here in Vermont. Also known as the 802. First of all there has…Read More

nutty banana pops

These 4-ingredient Nutty Banana Pops are so creamy and easy to make. Just puree the ingredients which include with banana and peanut butter.They make a perfect…Read More

garlic and arugula pizza with balsamic reduction

Thin-crust garlic and arugula pizza with balsamic reduction. This Tuscan-style flatbread pizza with fresh rosemary and smoked cheese with a drizzle of balsamic reduction takes…Read More

thursday things ~ link love

I may or may not be eating Cadbury Mini Eggs as I type this. I am having a moment. I’ll be back to myself shortly….Read More

sweet and spicy slow cooker short ribs

Healthy Sweet and Spicy Slow Cooker Short Ribs! They are so flavorful with a mushroom, ginger and soy gravy that is rich and delicious! Yesterday…Read More

skinny chocolate raspberry pots de creme

When it comes to Valentine’s day, there are things that I love, and things that I could do without. For example, making home-made Valentine cards…Read More

mini caribbean spice beef kebabs

I have another tasty appetizer for the Super Bowl today. It’s grass fed beef sirloin marinated in Caribbean spice and skewered onto mini kebabs with…Read More

back to basics ~ be positive ~ thursday things

Thursday Things ~ a New Year means we’re getting back to basics. Today I want to talk a bit about focusing on the positive when…Read More

the best of healthy seasonal recipes 2014

Just when everything is getting good, time starts to speed up. I know it sounds cliche, but I don’t feel like it was that long…Read More

brown butter maple rum party mix

Sweet and savory party mix with maple, rum, pecans and spices. This home-made party mix is crispy crunchy and addictive! But don’t worry, I made…Read More

thursday things ~ link love

Kale Salad, crazy awesome Mac and Cheese, Inspiring photography… it’s all about Link Love for today’s Thursday Things. November for Food blogs is kinda like…Read More

vermont fall salad with cheddar and bacon

A flavorful seasonal salad with chunks of Cabot White Oak Cheddar, sweet Vermont apple, spiced nuts and crumbled smoky bacon for fall. Easy enough to…Read More