Hi everyone, I can't believe it's been over a year since I've written! I apologize for leaving without an explanation, but this last year has been so exciting and so very busy with new things. For starters, last August Matt and I got engaged while camping up in the mountains at my favorite lake. It … Continue reading Catching Up + Maple-Almond Crunch (A Gluten-Free Granola Recipe)
Are you ready for some football?!? <image source> Super Bowl Sunday is here, and if you're any sort of football fan, you're getting all geared up for a fun day of football, friends, food and maybe some adult beverages. If you're still looking for a healthy, paleo-friendly dish to bring to your football party, wait no … Continue reading Game Day Recipes – Buffalo Chicken Wings & Caramelized Onion Cauliflower “Hummus”
Hi guys! Today is a special day on the blog - it's snack-palooza! That's right, today I'm sharing two new recipes that are downright perfect for you when you need a quick and healthy pick-me-up between meals. It's time to change the way we think about snack time. Snacks tend to get a bad rap … Continue reading This Week – We Snack, with *2* New Snack Recipes
Well hello there! Sunday June 21st marked the very first day of summer. Hallelujah and praise the lord, we made it to my favorite season of the year! I'm talking about long, sunny days filled with BBQ's, hangouts at the beach, camping with friends and family - the possibilities are endless. It also means it's socially acceptable to wear … Continue reading Dairy Free Peach & Coconut Creamsicles
Happy Monday! Sorry, too soon? I know it's THAT DAY of the week, and we're all coming off our weekend high, but I've been dying to share this recipe for chocolate chip cookies with you guys! You see, I'm a strong believer that everyone should have a few go-to, classic recipes under their belt, that … Continue reading Grain Free Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies
One of the many things I love about summer is the abundance of delicious fruit. In California, summertime brings us apricots, blackberries, nectarines, raspberries, strawberries, and my personal favorite, peaches. Talk about nature's candy - sweet and juicy with a touch of tartness. So when I see peaches lining the produce section of the store, … Continue reading Sweet and Summery Peach Empanadas
Let's talk about food phases. You know, when you discover (or re-discover) a certain type of food, dish, protein, fruit or veggie, that all of a sudden, you just CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF. So you eat it on repeat for weeks until you find your next food obsession, like... Right?! I can't be the … Continue reading Carrot Spice Muffins for Grandma
Finals are over guys!! And Christmas...wow. Where does the time go? I hope everyone enjoyed their holiday as much as I did. Let me catch you up on a few things from the past month. The end of the school semester was pretty intense and I was a nervous wreck as I prepped for the hardest finals I have taken to date. I … Continue reading Sweet Pecan Butter
Fall is here! Fall is nature's way of easing us into winter weather. I love everything about fall in California - the crisp morning air and sunny afternoons, the warm colors and cozy feelings, and especially the fall flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg. If you're enjoying the fall flavors as much as I am, you've … Continue reading Grain-Free Pumpkin ‘Granola’ Crunch with Banana Crème
Steph's in the Kitchen 