Homemade Fruit By The Foot
We took a road trip last week and as I was packing up snacks to keep my little guy busy during the drive, I realized that I had a few containers of berries that needed to be eaten before we left. My son loves fruit leathers and I usually just spring for the expensive organic … Read more
Spiced Candied Walnuts
Candied nuts provide such a great texture and the perfect balance of savory and sweet to any salad. These nuts go especially well in a salad that uses fruit. They also are quite delightful as a snack. Careful when you’re picking at them though, you may unintentionally eat them all before you have a chance … Read more
Banana Muffins with Chocolate Chip Streusel Topping
Every once in a while I’ll buy my son a special treat from a certain coffee chain when we’re out shopping. It’s usually to keep him content in his stroller for a bit while I try clothes on, but I always try to remember to bring my own snacks from home for him. There was … Read more
Breakfast Cookies (Paleo, SCD)
As kids we were always told that cookies were not an acceptable meal for breakfast. I’d like to know who made up that rule, and then tell them that I’m breaking it. I let my 18 month old eat these cookies for breakfast. I figure, if they have fruit in them, then aren’t they kind … Read more
Guacamole
Being from California, avocados are prevalent and pretty much available all year round. They’re rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients, and are full of heart-healthy fats. We slice them on salads and sandwiches, and my husband even spreads them on toast in the morning with a little salt and pepper. One of my favorite uses … Read more
Paleo Chocolate Granola with Dried Berries
A few months ago, after a long-travel day to my sister’s, I was thumbing through the pantry for a snack when I came across a box of granola from Whole Foods called Love Crunch. It was chocolate and had little dark chocolate chunks and dried berries in it. I think I visited that cupboard ten … Read more
Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter “Granola” Bars
I’m always looking for grain-free snack ideas, and especially like it when I can come up with something that mimics the old snacks I used to eat. These remind me a lot of cliff bars, which used to be a staple breakfast item for me in college! If I only knew back then how much … Read more
SCD and Paleo Vanilla Granola
Here’s an SCD and Paleo legal version of my Vanilla Almond Granola. Instead of oats, it uses a variety of ground nuts. Soaking the nuts overnight makes them easier to digest, and drying them at really low heat preserves the valuable nutrients they provide. If you’re counting calories, I need to warn you this granola … Read more
Rosemary Raisin Almond Pulp Crackers
*If you want to make these with Blanched Almond Flour please see this recipe I was shopping at Trader Joe’s the other day and they were sampling some crackers that looked delicious. I resisted the urge to try them since they were made with wheat flour and a slew of other ingredients that I can’t … Read more
Baked Squash Fries with Marinara Sauce
These “fries” are actually not fried at all. I tried them both ways, and much preferred the baked version. Very surprising considering my love for french fries! They are super easy to make and are a great snack or appetizer. Serve them hot with a side of warm marinara sauce or dipping sauce of your … Read more
