These stuffed medjool dates are one of my go-to desserts. When I went gluten-free and dairy-free back in 2006 due to health issues (read my story), I knew I had to think of some quick and easy options that would satisfy my sweet tooth at any time. Stuffed dates are … [Read more...] about Super Simple Stuffed Dessert Dates
Snacks
Individual Seven-Layer Dip (Real-Food Style!)
This healthy Seven-Layer Taco Dip is the perfect dish to take to a Super Bowl Party or family gathering! Post by contributing writer Alexandra Maul You know those mouth-watering seven layer taco dips that you see around game day tailgates? They are SO good. But, they are … [Read more...] about Individual Seven-Layer Dip (Real-Food Style!)
Honey-Sweetened Almond Poppy Seed Yogurt
Two important events happened in my life in December five years ago: 1. I read Michael Pollan's In Defense of Food. I had always been interested in healthy eating and although my diet was better than your average American's, I knew I needed to do better. … [Read more...] about Honey-Sweetened Almond Poppy Seed Yogurt
Fried Plantains: A Simple & Adventurous Snack
Post by contributor, Marissa The other day as we were shopping the produce section, our five year old, Aneliese, spotted the “huge bananas” and wanted to buy them. While explaining to her that they were actually plantains, Dan and I both remembered that while living in Haiti, the … [Read more...] about Fried Plantains: A Simple & Adventurous Snack
Banana-Pecan Bread
This banana bread was yesterday's gift to me. I made it in between the usual 4-kids-under-4 emergencies and disasters, cuddling a teething, nap-striking baby, and crock-potting a roast chicken for dinner. (Is crock-potting a word? I'm gonna go ahead and declare it one.) I had some … [Read more...] about Banana-Pecan Bread
How I Use a Muffin Tin to Get My Kids to Eat (Almost) Anything
There is a sweet little trick I discovered a few years ago. I don't remember where I first learned it. Somewhere in internet land, I'm sure. It's a brilliant idea that carries magical powers to increase the excitement over healthy snacks by at least 74.3 percent. Minimum. It's true - … [Read more...] about How I Use a Muffin Tin to Get My Kids to Eat (Almost) Anything
100 Healthy Snack Ideas (Real-Food Style!)
In my Pinterest browsing the other day I came across a pin that claimed to be a list of 100 Healthy Snack Ideas. I was massively disappointed when I clicked on the link only to find over a third of the items to involve unhealthy processed junk with lots of low-fat this and that, and … [Read more...] about 100 Healthy Snack Ideas (Real-Food Style!)