This is an easy recipe for toasted nuts with a crunchy, caramel-like “sugar” coating. This key ingredient in this recipe is unrefined, organic coconut sugar. It is healthier than refined sugar and it gives these nuts a unique caramel-like flavor. Coconut sugar is a natural sweetener that may be more a little expensive than regular granulated sugar, but…

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Perfect for cool mornings of Fall and Winter! 1  cup quinoa, rinsed 2 cups water 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup slivered almonds 1/2 cup dried cranberries 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 cup fresh ricotta (optional) In a small saucepan, cover the quinoa with…

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Apples and these special seasonings are nutritious and delicious making this a fabulous fall beverage! 1 gallon 100% organic unfiltered apple juice 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon whole cloves 3 whole cinnamon sticks 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg In 3-quart saucepan, heat ingredients to boiling over…

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Try this delicious recipe to satisfy your pumpkin craving – the healthy way! Pumpkin Spiced Donuts 4 to 5 large Medjool dates (organic if you can find them), pits removed 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 6 eggs (organic pastured if you have) 4 Tablespoons canned coconut milk 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted – plus more for donut…

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Has holiday cooking and/or baking delivered you right smack into a huge quandary? You have changed your eating habits and now feel a twinge of guilt thinking about the recipes you make year after year for your family. Can you even consider changing your treasured chocolate chip cookie recipe or Aunt Dot’s family famous sugar…

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If you are anything like me, you get bored with your drinks after some time. Well, maybe it is time to vary your tried and true green tea! It is amazing in itself, but read up and see why you should keep the green tea, but maybe alter the flavors! Studies have shown that regular…

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