Chocolate Maca Coconut Cookies

I was recently asked how to craft a dairy-free dessert.Easy, peasy.I explained to her that with all the amazing plant-based options these days, ANYTHING is possible. Yes, anything!I tried to describe exactly how to prepare the Chocolate Saltine Scotcheroo treats I had just whipped up THAT very day.I was met with a blank stare. I…

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Raw Coconut Cacao Mint Dessert Bars

I’m still rather obsessed with Righteously Raw chocolate. Righteous Cacao. – EVERYTHING Audrey creates. She is truly incredible. So, remember those waxy Andes Mints we used to received with the check following dinner at many different types of restaurants?I do – YUCK.I’m NOT a fan of artificial mint flavor. In fact, I detest it.Fresh mint…

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Vanilla White Chocolate Whip Meyer Lemon Curd Custard Açai Berry Pie

“OMG this is SO good – like sell in a restaurant good! Amazing!!!! It’s “RQ,” or “restaurant quality!”Were you baking this earlier this morning? I thought I smelled something…uh..delicious wafting thought the halls. OMG!” And, I was worried.I’d never created a crust with açai superfood powder before and was a little disappointed the intended vibrant…

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Sesame Kingdom Mediterranean Spread – Product Review

It’s certainly no secret that I’m obsessed with the very nature of nut butter. For years I’ve pleased my palate – by the very spoonful – with any and every type of all natural, fresh ground nut and seed butter I have been able to find. I’ve been particularly fascinated with the interesting flavor combinations and unique…

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Spicy Cilantro Turkey Balls with Okra

  Fresh. Clean. And lean. That’s the name of the game. Cilantro and lime juice lend themselves to fresh and crisp flavors, almost always. Turkey is mean and lean and feels great in the body, after working up a sweat, powering up for the day, or just in general, of course. And the addition of…

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Tangy, Smokey, Sweet

It’s tangy. It’s smokey. It’s sweet. That’s all there is to it. Sometimes I feel breakfast needs a little changeup. Bacon and eggs are welcome most mornings, as the wholesome warmth of a hot breakfast most often fits to please. Porridge happens from time to time at home, with a little added “superfood.” More often…

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Barefoot Provisions Review

Oh, the holidays are finally over and so are the crazy days of shopping amongst the crowds. I actually love shopping. I’m an introvert in many ways and crowded malls and jam packed venues cause me much anxiety. My empathic heart feels each and every emotion of those surrounding me, yet, I’m almost always up…

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