Tuna-Avocado Salad

Several years ago I developed an allergy to eggs.  No eggs meant no mayo and for the longest time I really missed tuna salad, which had been a regular on my plate.  I was so excited when I discovered that avocado could sub for mayo in tuna salad, and I think I even prefer it!  This tuna salad is super easy to make and makes a great travel meal. Continue reading

Gut Microbiome: Links to Articles and Podcasts

I am fascinated by the growing evidence that much of disease and health are linked to our gut microbiome.  Our microbiome is that huge and evolving community of bacteria we host in our gut…whose DNA far outnumbers our own, and who are influencing our health in so many ways we are yet to discover.  I am going to keep Continue reading

Shallot Baked Chicken Thighs

So my husband packed up the last of our shallot baked chicken thighs to make a “to go” meal for my son to eat before his baseball game tonight…and since we ALWAYS have a tray of these in the fridge for quick meal prep, he said he would make more tonight if I could I send him the recipe. So honey, this post is for you! Continue reading

Ginger Scallion Sauce

Ginger Scallion Sauce

I was first introduced to Ginger Scallion Sauce by @freshtartsteph on Instagram, and oh what a game changer that has been!  I am obsessed with this stuff.  It literally tastes good on almost anything and is what I call a “flavor bomb”!  Slather it on Continue reading

Brussels Sprouts: Prepping and Cooking

 

Having veggies prepped and ready for cooking is a huge time saver when you are leading a “real food” lifestyle.  My husband never used to like Brussels until we started preparing them this way, so before you say Brussels,  yuk…try them!  They might just become your new favorite veggie! Continue reading

Chicken Bone Broth: 3 Methods

 Chicken Bone Broth

I keep a bone bag and a veggie scrap bag in the freezer.  We make 2 homemade rotisserie chickens for dinner about once a week, so I have a steady supply of bones. When I am ready to make broth Continue reading