Hi friends! If you like peanut butter cookies, I think you’re going to love this trail mix. It’s got clusters of raw peanut butter cookies (whhaaa? yes.) mixed with walnuts, raisins, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and pepitas (pumpkin seeds). Eat it out of the bag, sprinkle it on yogurt, or heck, put it on some vanilla ice cream with fresh…
Peaches and Cream Baked Oatmeal
I ate something really good today. Can you guess what it was? Maybe from the title. The title kind of gave it away didn’t it? And then the photo. Okay fine. It was peaches and cream baked oatmeal. SURPRISE! I know how to build suspense. I didn’t invent the recipe, but I can vouch for…
Loaded Hummus & Veggie Sandwich
If you pack a lunch everyday, you know it can quickly turn into a revolving door of staples – turkey sandwich, tuna sandwich, pb&j…the usual. That can get pretty boring. I know – I’m kind of stuck in the revolving door myself right now. Thankfully, The Recipe Redux (a monthly recipe challenge) asked its bloggers to post their…
Is Sugar Toxic?
Good question. Here’s what you need to know about sugar: In Short: Eating too much added sugar is linked to weight gain, obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels, cardiovascular disease and cavities. (Note the emphasis on added.) Is it categorically bad? No. Sugar has been singled out as the root of all health…
Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Reduction
Balsamic reduction is a game changer. I know some people make their own balsamic reduction, but I tried once and totally burned it. It turned black, filled my kitchen with an acrid smell, and left me scrubbing a pot with my salty tears. Okay, so I didn’t cry. But I didn’t feel great about the whole thing. I forgot about balsamic…
Turkey Bacon Breakfast Quiche with Hash Brown Crust
A simple quiche that combines all your favorite breakfast foods: turkey bacon, cheese, hash browns, and eggs. Easy to assemble and perfect for brunch.
Rise and Shine Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins + The Natural Pregnancy Cookbook
These blueberry oatmeal muffins have whole grains, protein, and fiber to energize your day. The recipe is from Sonali Ruder’s Natural Pregnancy Cookbook.
Dark Chocolate Bark with Candied Orange Peel, Pistachios and Cranberries
This no-bake chocolate bark is the perfect Thanksgiving dessert because it’s fast, no-bake, and includes warm fall colors. Candied orange peel and dried cranberries lend a sweet/tart flavor, and chopped pistachios give this dark chocolate bark a wonderful crunch.
Whole Grain Caramelized Banana Bread (+ A Giveaway of the Einkorn Cookbook & Baking Supplies)
This Whole Grain Caramelized Banana Bread uses einkorn wheat, an ancient whole grain that may be better tolerated by those with gluten sensitivity.
Caroline is a freelance writer, nutrition communication consultant, and counselor with a holistic approach to healthy living. 
