Chocolate Pecan Smoothie

Chocolate Pecan Smoothie

This smoothie is a twist on one of my favorites. Lately, I have been mixing up my usual smoothie routine and adding new flavors like cinnamon, dates and pecans. Also, I am slowly cutting chocolate out of my diet.

Avocado, Corn and Tomato

Avocado, Corn and Tomato

By far the most requested dish in our home is my Avocado Corn and Tomato Bruschetta with grilled Pita triangles. As we gather the fresh avocados, tomatoes and red onion we must not forget about which of the children will have the special “job” of shucking the corn on the cob. The prep, “cooking” and serving can all be done outside,

Coconut Pineapple Pancakes

Coconut Pineapple Pancakes

Coconut Coated Pineapple Pancakes. If you like piña coladas…but, really everyone was saying it taste like a piña colada, a virgin piña colada. The “grown ups” ate them as pictured and the children ate them topped with coconut nicecream. No sugars and no maple syrup needed. Although they can be served for breakfast or any meal of the day we prefer them for our after dinner dessert.

Balanced Bowls

Balanced Bowls

Yogi bowl…buddah bowl…pixie perfection?!? How bout we call it super simple, full of protein, good carbs and fresh veggies. Who could ask for anything more? While this is mostly a dinner “bowl” in our home they can be enjoyed for any meal. They are easy to prep, prepare, keep warm and save for leftovers.

Sweet Greens Smoothie

Sweet Greens Smoothie

As of late smoothies have become more than just once a day meals or snacks. It could be due to the warm temperatures or the ease of throwing fruits and veggies into a blender and having an instant meal. OR it could be because we have two little humans living in the house who are loosing their baby teeth like crazy!

Rustic Veggie Pizza

Rustic Veggie Pizza

Although I eat mostly raw foods, especially for breakfast I cannot deny that pizza will always be at the top of my ‘favorite foods’ list. Not even waiting tables at a popular pizza restaurant for two years to get myself through college could make me turn away from my dearly beloved. Now,