Toxic Free Living And Natural Alternatives for Life

Fuel your Day with Mushroom Powered Meals

I’ve been trying to sneak mushroom extract into lots of dishes for all the many benefits they possess. No one is complaining. As for me, I can definitely feel a little more pep in my step lately! Medicinal mushrooms are all the rage in the Nutrition world this year, so don’t get left behind. Start …

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Caribbean Chicken Recipe – Use A Meat thermometer!

Today let’s whip up some Caribbean Chicken in the kitchen; but before we get to the recipe, I want to suggest an important tool. The USDA recommends using a food thermometer to make certain that meats have reached a safe internal temperature. Cooking food to the proper internal temperature reduces the risk of food borne …

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Golden Lasagna: A Twist on Pastelón (Sweet Plantain Lasagna)

Pastelón is a type of casserole very similar to lasagna in that it has layers, meat, sauce, and cheese. However, Pastelón uses Plantain in place of the noodles. Pastelón is what I would consider traditional comfort food. Puerto Rican Pastelón may differ slightly from Dominican Pastelón but both are delicious! If you like a savory …

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Easy BBQ Chicken Nachos with Root Vegetable Chips

This is another easy nacho style recipe that my family enjoys. I know it looks and sounds all fancy schmancy but it’s super easy to throw together on a weeknight; or if you are a super-make-everything-from-scratch kinda cook I also have you covered. No matter how you go about it these BBQ Chicken Nachos are …

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Sushi Bowls for the entire family with low carb option!

Everyone in the family will be happy with these make your own sushi bowls since there are options for both sushi-rice and a low-carb option for those of us following a grain-free, paleo, or ketogenic lifestyle. The beauty of this recipe is that it uses smoked salmon; that means you can keep the ingredients in …

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Chinese Soul Food recipes you will love!

Chinese Soul Food is our current Online Cookbook Club book choice. This cookbook is your friendly guide for homemade dumplings, stir-fries, soups and more! I’m so excited about this book and the author has given me permission to share two recipes with you. She says, Chinese home cooking is about being resourceful and adaptable. Any kitchen …

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Honey and Meyer Lemon Pepper Roasted Chicken with Brown Gravy

Meyer lemons are rounder and smaller than regular lemons and have a taste that is like a mix between a lemon and mandarin oranges. I’m a lemon lover who enjoys eating lemons, even the peel appeals to me 😉 See what I did there? If you aren’t zesting lemons you haven’t started eating yet! Please …

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Maple Glazed Powerhouse Salmon Recipe

Maple glazed powerhouse salmon is one of my favorite ways to eat salmon. Something about the combination of the sweetness of maple syrup and saltiness of tamari (or soy sauce) just works so well. Plus, my powerhouse spice combination of turmeric, black pepper, garlic and ginger not only imparts a fantastic flavor but it boosts …

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Blackberry Balsamic Glazed Boston Butt – an iron rich recipe

My Blackberry Balsamic Glazed Boston Butt is an iron rich recipe that is mouthwateringly delicious and incredibly nutritious. The entire family will love the tangy sweet and smoky flavor of this unique recipe. Don’t be put off by the use of molasses as that is where much of the flavor comes from. Not to mention that …

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Insanely Delicious Salmon Sliders with Low Carb and Keto options

Make these insanely delicious salmon sliders for the entire family! There are many benefits for kids and adults alike when it comes to eating wild-caught salmon. You’ll want to put this recipe in your recipe box and keep them in your menu rotation! Kids will enjoy eating their salmon slider on a soft pretzel bun. …

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Golden Potato Soup with Fried Rosemary

Growing up, one of my sister’s favorite foods was potato soup. Kinda funny how smells and tastes can take you back to a time and place, isn’t it? When I make this Golden Potato Soup I think of Lawrence Welk, Jimmy Carter, and my sister. Crazy how my brain works…I’ll explain later. I tried to …

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