Last night our family had a chance to see the new Disney film Frozen in 3-D. After watching a hilarious short featuring the Frozen characters last year, we had long been anticipating the full movie. We really had no idea what to expect except of course for the funny little snowman (Olaf) who has been the star of the previews. What we found was a stunning movie, rich with music…
Is it possible to enjoy all the holiday season has to offer AND stay healthy at the same time? Absolutely! Find out more about my healthy holiday strategies and grab the recipes for this easy Pumpkin Hummus and mouthwatering Mini Apple Crisp on the Van’s Natural Foods Blog. You can find both recipes HERE!
I love giving away homemade treats from my kitchen for Christmas, don’t you? I like to make something unique, something that friends may have never tried before. That is what inspired this recipe for Crunchy Quinoa Granola. While regular granola is made with oats, I try to limit my oat intake because of my celiac disease. I seem to be able to tolerate certified gluten-free oats in small amounts, but…
It’s time to put on our thinking caps as Andy Bellatti, MS, RD is back with more on food politics. This series was started as a way to open up honest communication about injustice, food politics, and the food we decide to put in our grocery carts. Last month, I introduced you to the concept of food politics — a field that looks at how food recommendations, nutrition policy,…
I used to cook with the kids at least a few times a week. They would strap on their aprons and we would have the best time stirring, tasting, smelling, and spilling. But somewhere along the way, life got too busy. Dinners became rushed, and when the kids asked to help I would say no. We are in too big of a hurry, so just let Mommy do it! …
I’m over at Van’s Natural Food Blog today with 2 ideas for breakfast in a jar (one hot and one cold). Go check it out!
The cool thing about taking things off your plate is the ability to FINALLY put something important on the plate that you have been too busy to do. And so, at long last, I am a real photographer. Ok I was before, but now you can actually find and hire me! I hope you’ll take a peek at my new website and “like” my Facebook page too. Give me a shout…