NEW dessert with benefits! These cocoa PB banana cups made with a secret superfood ingredient – cocoa flavanols, a plant-based nutrient found in fresh cocoa beans that over 150 scientific papers and 30 clinical studies show can support cardiovascular health. Get the recipe below and be sure to tag me on Instagram if you make […]

Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away. Today on FOX Denver, I share better-for-you recipes. Single-serve apple crumbles First add Autumn Glory apples to a large mixing bowl. These are by 5th generation Superfresh Growers in the Pacific Northwest and have a sweet cinnamon, caramel and apple cider-like flavor toss with cinnamon and Nutiva’s Organic […]

Who wants a bite of these pumpkin pie minis? Made with only 6 ingredients including naturally gluten-free almond flour, beta-carotene antioxidant pumpkiny goodness and buttery-tasting 100% pure coconut oil and avocado oil blend. If you are looking for an easy and better-for-you Thanksgiving dessert, look no further. These are only made with a handful of […]

Halloween may look a little different this year but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a healthier haunted spread at home! I shared some fun ideas on CBS Las Vegas Now starting with a better-for-you sheet-pan snack mix. Sweet and spooky sheet-pan snack mix To a large mixing bowl add your fiber-rich ingredients: I am […]

Halloween may look a little different this year but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy healthier sweet treats! I have some delicious options starting with feel-good low carb desserts. Low-Carb Cheesecakes and Dough Bites These keto-friendly cheesecakes and dough bites by Enlightened are the perfect better-for-you Halloween sweet treats. Each creamy mini cheesecake has only […]

This recipe is sponsored by NAKANO Rice Vinegar. Summer might be over but it’s never too late to fire up the grill for some bratwurst! Brats are a popular German dish and while packed with savory flavor, can be high in saturated fat and sodium, two things that should be limited on a healthy diet. […]

This post is sponsored by The Quaker Oats Company. All opinions are my own. Who else could eat breakfast for every meal? With many of us now working from home and making less trips to restaurants and the grocery store, we have been getting more creative with pantry staples at home that last. These breakfast […]

It’t National Vegetarian Month! Today on CBS WSPA-TV Your Carolina, I shared plant-based meals and snacks. Snacks: Bada Bean Bada Boom is a roasted broad bean brand that makes high protein, high fiber vegan crunchy bean snacks. Enjoy them on their own or incorporate into recipes. The Boom Box showcases all 13 flavors ranging from […]

3-Ingredient chocolate pecan banana bites! Satisfy your sweet and crunchy cravings naturally with bananas + pecans. Pecans are incredibly versatile and add naturally sweet, buttery flavor and crunch to this easy dessert. This recipe calls for a 1 oz. serving of pecans which provides 3 g each of plant-based protein and fiber, minerals and good […]

Is there anything better than edible cookie dough? You know I am all about making desserts with benefits and these cookie dough bars fit the bill. Made with naturally gluten-free almond flour, nut butter which provides plant protein and healthy fats and better for you sweetener, pure maple syrup. These make for a nutritious dessert […]

Football season is officially underway! Today on CBS WTOC’s Morning Break, I shared the ultimate healthier Homegating spread. DIY Football Party Platter This platter pairs protein from cheese and filling fiber from produce and whole grains. The combination of fiber and protein will keep you energized and satisfied while watching the game without ruining your […]

4-ingredient pancakes made with a secret ingredient… BEANS! White beans are mild in taste, low in fat and add a boost of satisfying plant protein + filling fiber to this recipe. Plus, they are a nutrition powerhouse supplying several vitamins and minerals including folate, potassium, magnesium and iron. What would you top these pancakes with? […]

It’s Good Food Friday! Today I shared tips and recipes for a healthier fall. A nutritious fall pantry staple One nutritious fall pantry staple is oats! And I’ve partnered with Quaker to share their goodness and versatility. One serving of oats is a nutritional powerhouse and contain a balance of both insoluble and soluble fiber, […]