I’ve become a certified nut butter snob. Since experimenting with my own nut butter, Trader Joe’s brand now sadly disappoints. It’s true of most things… once you go awesome, you can never go back, and nut butter is no exception. Making your own nut butter is so easy and while it doesn’t save much in…
Low Carb Snacks
Vegan Chocolate Protein Pudding – OMG L.O.V.E.
Hey Guys! We’re getting dangerously close to Valentines Day, so I wanted to create something super quick you can make for your man that’s as sweet as he is, but also as healthy as he is (or hopes to be). This is the kind of dessert that would be great after a romantic meal for…
Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup
This recipe is for my vegan-eaters and plant-based enthusiasts. If you’re missing the chewy texture of meat, you might like this soup as an alternative. I’m a warm weather girl, and my inner princess is expressing a strong need to head to Cabo for a few days of much-needed sunshine. Gone are the days of…
Kale Salad Recipe (for people who hate kale)
Years ago, my friend Cyndi opened a café in a trendy area of Melrose, here in LA. This is how I first discovered the true delight of kale. One of the dishes Cyndi served at the restaurant was kale salad. Before I even made an appearance at the new spot, my other friend Jan talked…
Gluten Free Protein Crepe Recipe
Oh, happy Sunday Guys! Want a recipe for awesome, healthy protein crepes? Of course, you do! Protein Crepes – A Family-Friendly Breakfast I hear from so many of you that you want family-friendly recipes you can feed your growing children. When I had my protein baking company (that’s why it says procakes.com in the picture), my…
How to Bake Healthy Treats with Protein Powder
How to make amazing baked goods using protein powder. As you may know, for two years I owned a company that made gluten-free protein pancakes, so I like to consider myself an expert in the area of baking with protein powder. I spent a good portion of my time in research mode, making baked goods…
Low Carb Cauliflower Pizza Bites – Dairy-Free, Low Carb, Gluten Free
Cauliflower has become the defacto alternative for most flours because of its texture and flavor. I’ve got so many ideas for new recipes, but this is one of my favorites right now, and it’s perfect for those who are gluten and dairy free. Perfect for Meal Prep I LOVE cooking and meal prep. Even…
Oven Roasted Crispy Broccoli – Paleo, Vegan & Low Carb
The Perfectly Crisp, Oven Roasted Broccoli There was a time I would have never thought to roast broccoli. Back in the day, boiling food was the only process I knew how to do, and even that wasn’t skillful. I blame that on my Irish mother. She grew up in a podunk town in the…
A Simple Paleo Mayo Recipe – Low Carb, Gluten-Free
I call this my brain-boosting mayo because the recipe calls for MCT oil, but you can substitute other oils if you don’t have MCT. What is MCT oil and why use it in my mayo? The benefits of MCT oils are many, but in particular, it helps with appetite suppression, cognitive function, and mitochondrial health, which…
