Healthy, Homemade Peppermint Patties

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    Makes 9-12 pieces   2/3c shredded coconut 1 Tbls + 2 tsp honey 1 Tbls + 1 tsp coconut oil tiny pinch smoked sea salt {or regular} 1/2 tsp peppermint extract 1/2 tsp vanilla extract {optional} 1 dark chocolate bar {or milk chocolate, but less healthy}   In a small cuisinart mix the… [Continue Reading]

Roasted Vegetable Tacos: A Healthy and Beautifully Colored Meal

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Over the next few weeks we are all going to be eating things that we probably usually stay away from the rest of the year. But that’s okay because it’s all about moderation and balance, right? If you are looking for a yummy and healthy meal to mix into the holiday madness, try roasted vegetable… [Continue Reading]

It’s Turkey Time: A foolproof turkey recipe.

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Brining the turkey is done TWO days ahead of time. I started using this recipe to brine my turkey about five years ago and I have not served a dry turkey since.  NOT KIDDING.  And yes, I know, people are afraid of me and wouldn’t dare tell me if my turkey was dry for fear… [Continue Reading]

MOMmorsels: Chicken and Rice Soup

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With cold and flu season upon us, we can all use a quick and easy chicken soup recipe.  This isn’t a brothy soup, more of a meaty version.  Everyone in my family loves it, even Colton. He likes it, hey Mikey! It is a big batch, but freezes nicely.  Even if you don’t need it now,… [Continue Reading]

MOMmorsels: Dessert Shooters

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Seen ‘em? Little mini desserts in glasses about the size of a tall shooter, or in those little, fat shot glasses. Just the right size to satisfy your sweet tooth, and not completely over indulge. But why only have them at a restaurant? You can make your own at home. It’s a fun way to… [Continue Reading]

MOMmorsels: White Enchiladas

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These are delicious.  Not good on the waist line, but DELICIOUS.  My kids beg for them.  Noah easily puts down four at a time. J has them the morning after with two eggs. I make these for friends when they have a baby or someone is ailing. Be careful. This dish is dangerous.  Suddenly people start getting pregnant and… [Continue Reading]

MOMmorsels: 2 (or 3) Ingredient Cake

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There are these moments where I like to believe I’m a culinary genius. Many moons ago when I used to have a J-O-B I would always take baked goods to work with me. They would be some of the easiest recipes and my co-workers would rave over them. One of which was my 2 ingredient… [Continue Reading]

Yesterday Was National S’mores Day, Did You Celebrate?

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You are darn right I did!! I love s’mores, but then again I’m not sure I’ve met a person who doesn’t. Eating a s’more is like putting your heart in an instant time machine and sending it way back to childhood to feel that special slice of happiness you felt when you had your very… [Continue Reading]

MOMmorsels: Flank Steak and Arugula Salad

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I am sure you have all noticed that my recipes are mostly light and healthy.  I tend to eat that way in the summer as I live in sunny southern California and am in a bathing suit every weekend.  It sucks to be me, I know. This fall however, you will see a dramatic difference… [Continue Reading]

MOMmorsels: Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

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1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup packed brown sugar 3/4 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 cup peanut butter 1-1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 cup quick cooking oats Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Beat together butter, sugars and peanut butter until smooth. Beat in eggs one at… [Continue Reading]

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