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What is gluten and do you feel deprived living gluten-free and 100% organic? Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye as well as oats (because of cross contamination with gluten in the factories where they are produced). I have never felt deprived living gluten-free but I can remember what it was like … Continued
Sugar is everywhere today. Not only is it in soda, cake and ice cream but in more unlikely foods such as ketchup, canned food and salad dressings. Sugar is often disguised in fancy language such as corn syrup, dextrose, fructose or maltose. Many of us unknowingly consume 30 teaspoons of sugar each day, which is … Continued
Here is a delicious spin on the classic holiday crisp. I’m making this unique crumble for our family Christmas celebration and I can’t wait for everyone to taste this gluten-free, dairy-free holiday dessert. Don’t have enough of any one fruit to create a crisp? Not to worry, simply peel and slice a combination of fresh … Continued
How adorable are these cute little gingerbread men and women? I couldn’t resist…as with every year I have to make my special gingerbread people. It’s a fun, festive ritual that I take part in and enjoy every second of the process from grading cutting shapes with my cookie cutters to decorating the clothes and features … Continued
I have recently been contacted by Stonyfield to create some tasty recipes using their delicious yogurt. I am a huge fan of Stonyfield’s Oikos Greek yogurt and my family loves the Stonyfield plain yogurt, as well. Over the next week, I will be posting 5 of my favorite Stonyfield yogurt recipes…they’re perfect for this holiday … Continued
Earlier this week I was in the mood for some serious pumpkin…it must be the fall foliage and autumn breeze that spark my yearning for harvest foods. These are the days when Central Park is remarkably beautiful; the leaves turning beautiful shades of auburn and rust…reminds me of pumpkins and produce-packed cornucopias. It’s hard to … Continued
As September rolls on, another school year begins and many parents prepare to send of their children back to school…sadly, we all know the constant struggle with keeping healthy meals and snacks at home and in the lunch box, therefore I have listed a few tips to help keep you and your loved ones away from those … Continued
