Fighting Boredom with Healthy Food + Creative Living
A gluten-free vegetarian loaf using nuts, cottage cheese and gluten-free cereal.
Red lentils are unique in that they cook a bit faster than regular brown or green lentils and offer up a creamier texture. Lentils are one of my favorite legumes as they are low in calories, rich in iron and folate and an excellent source of protein. They pack health-promoting polyphenols and may reduce […]
I, like most people on the planet, received an Air Fryer for Christmas. I’ve been playing with it over the past week and eating A LOT of cauliflower recipes. The first few tries fell flat, as I wanted a crunchy cauliflower exterior with a […]
The Gluten Free & Allergen Friendly Expos are now called Nourished Festivals. In addition to the Gluten-Free & Nut-Free sections, they are adding Paleo, Keto & Plant-Based zones. Even in these new sections, all products at the Festival are gluten-free! (more…)
Shelling Tips for Shell Collectors I’m an avid shelling fan and enjoy spending countless hours on the beaches of Southwest Florida looking for the perfect uninhabited shell specimen. It can be back-breaking work, hunched over for hours, sorting through shell piles or wading in the water, but the […]
This post is sponsored by ClimateRight but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. I was in such a hurry to pack for my trip to Florida, that I didn’t think about checking the weather forecast. Typically when we have gone to Florida […]
Moms are a busy bunch, yet many of us look for ways to make a little extra income to help supplement the family lifestyle. As children get older and are in school during the day, Moms look for part-time jobs, however, the hours don’t necessarily match up to the reality of school drop off, pick up and afterschool activities. Here are some part-time cash earning gigs that Moms can fit into a busy week! (more…)
I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. I removed meat from my diet about 20 something years ago. It used to be […]
A home is a place from which kids learn many things as they grow up. This is also where they get to experience love, care, and comfort. It’s no secret that I perceive my home as a safe abode in which I can comfortably raise […]
Every holiday I can ever remember had pickled vegetables at our family gatherings. I’m not sure if the pickled food lends back to my German heritage, or my Southern roots from the Carolinas as both places seem to love their pickled vegetables! Pickled vegetables are great in an appetizer spread because they hold up well on a plate, look beautiful, and the tangy herb seasoned flavors go great with many celebratory beverages and cheese! (more…)
I have a B.S. in Dietetics from Cal Poly, SLO and am an avid food and wine fan. I battle boredom by playing with my food, entertaining and discovering new products and fun trends, yet respecting tradition. I am passionate about utilizing the fresh produce that is available to me in Southern California and create healthy, yet creative recipes for friends, family and readers. My real life and dream life often collide and combust into bursts
of interesting projects, food creations and boondoggles. My site is a time-stamp of experiences that have brought fun and uniqueness into my life and I love to share with my audience.
