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I swear to you on my life this tastes exactly like regular milk chocolate pudding, only richer, more delicious, and much healthier. This is the perfect guilt free snack. All in 5 minutes. WHY THIS IS A GREAT SNACK Super Healthy and Filling. due to the avocados, berry topping and ricotta cheese. This provides omega 3 fat, antioxidants, fiber, and lean protein to keep you full and energized. No Cooking. Did I mention that this only take 5 minutes to make? The avocado is hid

If you have a child that does not eat enough, that refuses their vegetables or refuses anything but a handful of foods, if dinner is often a battleground, I am here to help. Though picky eating is normal, it makes life stressful for everyone involved. There is no quick fix, but over a few weeks and months, you can gradually begin to change your child's diet, until the healthy stuff outweighs the junk. There are a lot of tips out there for feeding kids. I know, because I re

This is one recipe where you really get your bang for your buck. Fragrant, punchy, and a little spicy, these olives deliver a unique and intense flavor for minimal effort. This easy make ahead snack or appetizer cooks in less than 10 minutes. Let it sit in your fridge for at least a day, then just put them into a bowl and serve. Serve this as part of a mezze platter or as a holiday appetizer. NOTES AND SUBSTITUTIONS COOKING POT Use a the smallest pot you have. The more

This simple yet elegant salad is packed with superfoods and is a perfect make ahead lunch. This will keep you full and energized all afternoon. Sweet and earthy beets beautifully complement slightly smoky lentils, while walnuts give some crunch. Fresh herbs brighten up an otherwise heavy-ish dish. This is not too sweet or too acidic, which I have found to be true of many lentil salads. Sherry vinegar and dijon mustard give it a French bistro feel that keeps this interesti

This delicious, easy salmon dinner has a very Scandinavian vibe, but is much more sophisticated than anything you will find at Ikea. It is quick enough for a weeknight, but special enough to serve for when you have company. I made this recipe often when I catered weddings and it has become a go to seafood dish when I want something healthy but not boring. It is also full of superfoods, making it perfect for when I want something lighter. WHAT MAKES THIS SPECIAL There ar

This is the recipe that converted my good friend Ryan, a devout carnivore, to the gospel of love thy veggies. He now gets excited whenever he gets to have some of these. The vegetables here are the star of the show, cooked two ways to add sweet, savory and smoky flavors. Serve these to the vegetarian skeptics in your life and watch them become true believers. Hallelujah. For years, these quesadillas were one of the most popular hors d’oeuvres I used to make when I cate

No spiciness, no sharpness, no garlic breath. These well-balanced, easy peanut noodles taste exactly the way you want: like peanuts. Always a crowd pleaser and better for you than most noodle dishes, this is perfect for a make ahead lunch or as a vegan main for a crowd. Fresh and creamy, a little sweet, a little salty, this dish has just enough spices to add interest and fragrant complexity, with vibrant color and crunch from julienned raw vegetables. Lots of peanut butte

This unfussy weeknight dinner is for days when you crave warming and hearty comfort food. This chili is complex enough for adults to enjoy, while the mild spice, smoother texture, and hint of sweetness from cinnamon, cocoa powder, and molasses make this kid friendly. My son, who hates tex-mex, smokiness, and spiciness in general, will eat this, so I speak from experience. Ground venison- the leaner, more nutrient dense, far tastier alternative to beef-can be found in most ma

This Moroccan classic combines fragrant spices like cinnamon and saffron with the unique brininess of lemon and olives to create a unique, delicious chicken dinner.

Moroccan carrot salad with rosewater

This mashup of stir fry and scrambled eggs is savory and filling, yet light enough to keep you energized all morning. Best of all, you can make it in 10 minutes start to finish, which is about as much time as most of us actually have to spend making breakfast most days. Enjoy with a glass of orange juice, and you are all set. I like to keep breakfast super healthy, since I find that my food often gets less nutritious throughout the day. Here we start with vegetables, a le

Welcome to my first post! I hope you're hungry. Thanks for joining me on this new adventure. I am starting with an easy to make family favorite: brownies. Because what kind of crazy person doesn't love brownies? These brownies are healthy, easy to make and crazy delicious. THE PERFECT BROWNIE I tested this recipe 16 times, and it is fantastic. There were multiple test subjects, many tweaks and changes, and I stopped when feedback changed from "That's pretty good" to fi