It’s been a looooong time since I have posted about the dirty dozen, and it has been updated since I last posted. So, I figured I would post this again. If you have been reading my posts for a while and check out my recipes, you probably have already learned that I really try to
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47. Pumpkin Risotto
INGREDIENTS 32 ounces organic chicken stock½ cup dry white wine1 12 ounce can organic pumpkin puree2 tablespoons avocado oil1 shallot (chopped)8 organic garlic cloves (finely chopped)1 ½ cups Arborio rice½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper1 tablespoon sea salt¼ cup organic fresh basil½ cup organic goat cheese½ cup dried cranberries (organic if
46. Pasta alla Checca
INGREDIENTS 12 ounces gluten free penne (jovial is my favorite)3 cups organic heirloom cherry tomatoes12 garlic cloves (thinly sliced)½ cup pinot grigio¼ cup avocado oil¼ extra virgin olive oil1 teaspoon red chili flakes1 tablespoon dried basil1 tablespoon dried oregano1 tablespoon black pepper½ tablespoon saltSalt for pasta water½ cup parm (freshly grated) INSTRUCTIONS: Fill a large
42. Shrimp Fajita Salad
INGREDIENTS SALAD: 4-5 handfuls of organic spring mix¼ sweet onion (thinkly sliced)¼ cup organic grass fed cheddar (grated)1 organic orange bell pepper (sliced)½ cup of 1 12 ounce can organic black beans¼ cup organic corn (frozen)½ avocado (sliced)6 ounces wild caught shrimp2 tablespoons avocado oil1 teaspoon organic red pepper1 teaspoon organic garlic powder1 teaspoon pepper1
16. Ending Year 4 With MS
It’s crazy to think that I just wrapped up my fourth year with multiple sclerosis (MS). When I look back on these past four years, I feel pretty blessed. I know having an incurable disease isn’t so blessed, but through this discovery, I have met amazing people, taken control of my health, and spent time
40. Matcha Lattes
INGREDIENTS 2 teaspoons organic matcha powder (it’s very important to have high quality matcha)3 tablespoons warm filtered water1 teaspoon organic unfiltered honey¼ cup organic grass-fed milk INSTRUCTIONS Spoon the matcha in a cup or mug with the warm filtered water.Whisk until the powder is fully blended and the matcha is a tad foamy (I used
38. Warm Veggie Salad
INGREDIENTS SALAD: 6 cups or so organic spring mix¼ red onion (sliced and pickled)1-2 large organic heirlooms tomatoes (sliced)8 ounces organic cremini mushrooms (sliced)1 organic zucchini (sliced)1 organic squash (sliced)1 organic orange bell pepper (chopped) ½ cup organic goat cheese (crumbled)1 tablespoon avocado oil. DRESSING: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup balsamic wine vinegar1-1/2
35. Peppered Steak Salad
INGREDIENTS SALAD: Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste6-7 handfuls of organic spring mix lettuce4-5 organic pasture raised eggs (to be soft boiled)2 organic vine ripened tomatoes (sliced)½ organic cucumber (sliced)1 15 ounce can hearts of palm (sliced)¼ cup green or mixed olives4 small organic radishes sliced1 avocado (chopped)¼ cup organic pepperoncinis (sliced)½
06. What is in my skincare fridge?
I have wanted a skincare fridge for a long time, and for my most recent birthday, my dreams came true. My little sister and best friend gifted me with a skincare fridge, and it is the best thing to ever happen to me. I am sure some of you are wondering if a skincare fridge
33. What Oils Should We Be Cooking With?
Almost every recipe starts with adding oil to a pan, but not all oils are made equally. Also, not all oils can withstand high heat. So, it is really important to use the “good” oils when cooking. Oils are essential to a healthy diet. They are an important source of essential fatty acids and vitamin