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    Rad Recipes: Killer Guacamole (GF, V)

    November 19, 2016 - By 

    This recipe will be a hit at your next gathering! (Serves 8)  Perfect with corn chips, as a topping for sandwiches & burgers, or to take your tacos, nachos, burritos over the top.  It’s super easy to make and tastes amazing! 3 large ripe Avocados 1-2 limes 1/2 small red onion 6 ripe cherry tomatoes fresh cilantro 1-2 fresh mild, medium or hot chill peppers 1/2 cup regular (full fat) sour cream 1 clove fresh garlic, minced EVOO Sea Salt Fresh Cracked Black Pepper Peel the onion and remove seeds from 1 chili pepper; roughly chop together on a large…

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    Rad Recipes: Dairy-Free Killer Guacamole (DF, GF, V, VG, P)

    November 19, 2016 - By 

    This dairy-free version of my Killer Guacamole is so good, you won’t even miss the dairy. (Serves 8)  Perfect with corn chips, as a topping for sandwiches & burgers, or to take your tacos, nachos, burritos over the top.  It’s super easy to make and tastes amazing! 3 large ripe Avocados 1-2 limes 1/2 small red onion 6 ripe cherry tomatoes fresh cilantro 1-2 fresh mild, medium or hot chill peppers 1 clove garlic, minced EVOO Sea Salt Fresh Cracked Black Pepper   Peel the onion and remove seeds from 1 chili pepper; roughly chop together on a large cutting…

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    Rad Recipes: Immunity Boost Super-food Breakfast Bowl (GF, V,)

    November 18, 2016 - By 

    I love how easy & portable smoothies are but sometimes I get tired of literally sucking down my meal. Sometimes I just want to sit with a big yummy bowl of goodness! Turning a traditional smoothie into a breakfast bowl is an incredibly simple twist on a quick & healthy meal. This is the first one I made into a bowl and couldn’t wait to share it with you!   (It’s so pretty! AND it tastes great at just about 350 calories). 1 cup  Organic Blueberries (fresh or frozen) 1/2 cup Organic French yogurt (or Greek) with pineapple 1/2 cup Organic…

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    Rad Recipes: Big Meaty Balls! (P, GF*)

    October 20, 2016 - By 

    *In order to make this recipe Gluten Free, you can swap all-purpose GF flour + dried Italian seasoning for the bread crumbs, or click here to use my affiliate link to get these Michelle Farms Gluten Free Italian Bread Crumbs! I made these A-MAZE-BALLS meatballs using organic, lean ground turkey and I was a little worried that they would be too dry. Nope- they were moist and juicy and delicious, and they also passed The Chad Test so I know they’re good!  (To be fair, he always loves my cooking- but the man can be a pretty picky eater so…

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    That Was Delicious, But Now My Gut Hates Me

    September 20, 2016 - By 

    Hello Loves! After a wonderful long weekend in New Orleans eating ALL the delicious things (and more than a few adult beverages) my body is BEGGING me for a detox & reset. As you might know, I am about halfway through my 30 Day Challenge and it is going great!  However, I had planned my trip before planning my Challenge, so I knew that I would release myself from the restrictions over my 4 days in NOLA.   My mouth LOVED it.  My gut, eh, not so much. And my brain could use a fog lift as well.  And my…

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    Rad Recipes: Dairy-Free Smoothie (Tastes Like a 50/50 Bar!)

    August 27, 2016 - By 

    I wanted to create a sweet, creamy smoothie that was dairy-free but still tastes great & has an indulgent mouth-feel. BOOM! The Cantaloupe & Almond Milk Smoothie is just the thing.  It has a smooth texture and is sweet with a flavor reminiscent of a 50/50 bar without being overbearing.  It’s also a super-healthy fruit that’s loaded with potassium and B vitamins including B1, B3, B6, and folate, plus Vitamin K, magnesium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, iron, and fiber.   Calorie wise, a medium-sized melon only contains about 186 calories! Here’s my super-simple recipe: 1/2 ripe cantaloupe melon, seeds removed (you…

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    (Cocoon Exclusive) Rad Recipes: Vanilla Date Shakes (V, VG, GF)

    August 24, 2016 - By 

    SWEET Secret Recipe just for you in The Cocoon:  Vanilla Date Shakes!   A sweet treat that Serves 2 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/2 large banana 3 Medjool dates, chopped (pits removed) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups vanilla yogurt  (try it with Greek yogurt or frozen yogurt!) ground cinnamon to taste ground cardamom to taste Blend almond milk, banana, dates, and vanilla extract until smooth; add yogurt and blend until mixture reaches your desired consistency (add a little more almond milk if it’s too thick).  Pour into glasses, sprinkle a bit of cinnamon and/or cardamom on top. Enjoy! *approx.…

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    Rad Recipe: Create Your Own Quick & Easy Cucumber Detox Water

    August 18, 2016 - By 

    Creating your own Cucumber Detox Water is simple and quick.  Especially important for people who don’t love the taste (or lack thereof) of plain water, this naturally flavor-infused water tastes great and makes is easy to drink the healthy stuff all day long. Who says anything good takes a lot of time? Watch my super-fast video! Beautiful Body Benefits: Keeps your skin hydrated from the inside Helps your body flush out toxins and impurities Rich in antioxidants Nourishes your internal organs Drinking water regularly throughout the day helps curb mindless eating, so that you only eat when you are actually…

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    Rad Recipes: Strawberry & Chia “Detox” Smoothie

    August 15, 2016 - By 

    Now, I put the word “detox” in quotes because our bodies already naturally know how to get the crap out of our systems- that’s what livers, kidneys, and sweat glands DO. The word detox has become dangerously synonymous with diet culture, so I have become a lot more careful with it’s usage. Also: F*CK DIET CULTURE. After indulging several meals that mainly consisted of deliciously deep-fried everything, my body is begging me for a “detox” which actually just means that I am craving something lighter and easier on my digestive system. I still want actual food with wholesome ingredients that…

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    Rad Recipes: Strawberry-Honey Lemonade

    June 25, 2016 - By 

    HELLO, SUMMER! When life hands you lemons, you make lemonade.  if you also have some juicy strawberries on hand, even better! After a cranky-pants morning where all the things seemed to be going sideways, I decided to take a break and come home to do what I do best: WORK. (or, werrrrk) Determined to make the rest of the day the best of the day, I set out to make something beautiful, delicious, and pretty darn healthy too.  Behold, Strawberry-Honey Lemonade! WHAT 1 lb- 1.5 lbs fresh strawberries, cleaned and halved 6 cups cold, filtered water Juice from 3-4 lemons…