Edible Pumpkin SkinDid you know you can eat the skin of many fall squashes? Delicata and acorn squashes top my list…along with the seasonal beauty…pumpkin! Since I am eating the skin, I tend to buy organic or locally sourced pumpkins from farms which I know don't use pesticides. Simply wash pumpkin, preheat your oven to 350 degrees, and place pumpkin on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for at least 2 hours…but baking time will vary depending on the size of…
Apple Roll UpsOver the years, I have seen many recipes for homemade fruit roll ups. I sheepishly admit, I have never tried it for myself because of the investment of a 2-3 hour baking time. Seemed too complicated…too much of a kitchen commitment. Well, this week after preparing lunches for my family, I decided it was time to take the plunge. So, today, in the quiet of the morning, I whipped up a batch (literally took a minute) and let…
Pumpkin Oat CookiesSo, pumpkin love continues at our house this week…this time in the form of a warm oatmeal cookie. I wanted to create a no-fuss pumpkin cookie recipe with minimal ingredients…but that still held together and tasted great. This cookie hits the mark. Hubby and kid approved, these cookies are a cinch to throw together and can be customizable per your taste with optional add-ins. Recipe makes 6 large cookies…just enough to share with your favorite people and have…
Clean PSLI used to be totally crazy about pumpkin creamer in my coffee…truth be told…it was more like a splash of coffee in my creamer. I was so nuts about the stuff I would stock up to have enough to carry me through mid-summer. Long gone are those days as clean eating has revolutionized our home and our health. I have never looked back with grief or despair…but, instead thoroughly enjoy the fullness of God’s natural culinary creations. This pumpkin…
No Strain Nut MilkHomemade nut milks are super creamy and delicious…but, straining the pulp can be a mess! Taking @lilsipper’s suggestion of using nut butter, this milk is a no-strain delight! To make things even more simple, use prepared coconut meat…like I recently found at Trader Joe’s in the frozen section. This milk literally took minutes to make and the results were delicious! Creamy enough to use in your morning cup of joe! Ingredients3 1/2 cup water1/2 cup cashews (soaked…
Pumpkin Snack BitesA remake of an earlier post where I adapted @lilsipper’s collagen superfood bites…but this time, these snack bites are perfectly pumpkin-o-licious! If "Fall" has a taste, it is found here! Chewy and rich, these protein-rich balls are a healthy, satisfying snack that you can feel good about serving to those you love. This super easy recipe is a great way to welcome your taste buds to pumpkin season!Ingredients1/4 cup pistachios1/2 cup almonds1/4 cup cashews1/2 cup raisins1/3 cup uncooked…
Surprise Chocolate PB CheesecakeThe surprise in this recipe is the sneaky serving of veggies…this delectable pie includes two cups of…wait for it…riced cauliflower! I served this dessert to friends last night, one who happens to be a professional chef. Her expert tastebuds were able to detect many of the ingredients, except the sneaky veg! The cauliflower is totally undetectable! But, if you are a fan of peanut butter and chocolate, this is one dessert you must put on your culinary…