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Creamy feta salad dressing in a jar

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · March 29, 2019 · Updated April 28, 2019 · 31 Comments

Creamy Feta Yogurt Dressing

Rich and creamy feta yogurt dressing, with just the right amount of kick from fresh lemon, garlic and shallot. A new favorite at our house, it's super easy to whip up and can be used in so many ways. Feta cheese is one of my very favorite foods. I add it to omelets, pizza, fish and pasta, and … [Read more...] about Creamy Feta Yogurt Dressing

Gluten Free,  Grain Free,  Recipes Cheese,  Condiments,  Dressing,  Feta,  Salad,  Summer

A white plate with a pile of peanut butter oatmeal breakfast cookies

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · March 11, 2019 · Updated December 4, 2020 · 41 Comments

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies (Gluten free)

Peanut butter oatmeal breakfast cookies are perfect on busy school mornings - make ahead, gluten free, refined sugar free, and high fiber. These cookies are so easy and both mom and kid approved. Yup, peanut butter cookies for breakfast is officially a thing at our house. Last year at … [Read more...] about Peanut Butter Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies (Gluten free)

Breakfast,  Cookies,  Gluten Free,  Recipes Chia,  Kids,  Oatmeal,  oats,  Peanut Butter

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · March 5, 2019 · Updated October 13, 2020 · 75 Comments

Chocolate Chunk Oatmeal Bars (Gluten free, dairy free)

Chocolate chunks, pecans, and coconut make this healthy breakfast oatmeal bars recipe taste more like dessert! They're gluten free, dairy free and soy free so they can be enjoyed by everyone and they're super healthy. There's also a nut free option too! These new chocolate chunk oatmeal bars … [Read more...] about Chocolate Chunk Oatmeal Bars (Gluten free, dairy free)

Breakfast,  Dairy Free,  Dessert,  Gluten Free,  Kids Health,  Recipes,  Snacks bars,  Chia,  Chocolate,  Kids,  Oatmeal

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · February 12, 2019 · Updated June 16, 2022 · 43 Comments

Creamy Strawberry Beet Smoothie (Dairy Free)

This gorgeous strawberry beet smoothie has only 5 real food ingredients - strawberries, beets, dates, coconut milk, and collagen. It's a fast and easy way to get some antioxidants, protein, and gut healthy collagen into your day! Dairy free. Who loves beets?  I don't actually, but I … [Read more...] about Creamy Strawberry Beet Smoothie (Dairy Free)

Recipes,  Smoothies antioxidants,  Beets,  Breakfast,  collagen,  protein,  Strawberries

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · January 23, 2019 · Updated February 9, 2023 · 49 Comments

Real Texas Chili (Slow Cooker + Instant Pot options)

My family's favorite Real Texas Chili recipe made with ground beef, beans, and adjustable chili spices. Perfect with homemade cornbread! (with slow cooker and Instant Pot options too) There's nothing like a steaming bowl of chili and a piece of from-scratch cornbread to warm you on a cold day. … [Read more...] about Real Texas Chili (Slow Cooker + Instant Pot options)

Comfort Food,  Dairy Free,  Dinner,  Gluten Free,  Grain Free,  Recipes,  Slow Cooker,  Soup chili,  Comfort Food,  Soup,  texas,  Winter

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · January 14, 2019 · Updated December 27, 2020 · 26 Comments

Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies {GF, DF, No refined sugar}

Healthy, make-ahead oatmeal raisin breakfast cookies that are perfect for a breakfast on the go or healthy snack. These cookies are super easy to make and aren't too sweet so they can be enjoyed anytime. Gluten free, dairy free, and refined sugar free. Whether you're looking for an easy … [Read more...] about Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies {GF, DF, No refined sugar}

Breakfast,  Cookies,  Dairy Free,  Gluten Free,  Recipes Baking,  Chia,  Kids,  Oatmeal,  oats,  School,  school lunch

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · January 8, 2019 · 59 Comments

10 Minute Microwave Baked Apples

Honey sweetened microwave baked apples in only 10 minutes. Juicy, sweet, cinnamon scented apples that are perfect for a healthy dessert or breakfast. Eat them as they are, or on top of ice cream, pancakes, and so much more! As a rule, we save our dessert for the weekends. But every now and … [Read more...] about 10 Minute Microwave Baked Apples

Dessert,  Gluten Free,  Grain Free,  Recipes Apple,  cinnamon,  Easy,  Healthy,  Honey,  no refined sugar,  walnut,  weeknight

overhead view of baked pie shell

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · December 21, 2018 · Updated April 22, 2022 · 15 Comments

Best Flaky Pie Crust with Einkorn Flour (Step by Step Tutorial)

This is the absolute best pie crust ever - it has a rich, buttery flavor with light and flaky layers and just a hint of sweetness that's perfect for holidays and special occasions!  Made ancient grain Einkorn flour, but can be adapted for regular white flour. Includes step by step tutorial with … [Read more...] about Best Flaky Pie Crust with Einkorn Flour (Step by Step Tutorial)

Dessert,  Recipes Holidays,  pastry,  pie,  sweets

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