Cherry Kombucha Popsicle Recipe

Cherry Kombucha Popsicle Recipe

It doesn’t matter if you’re a grown-up or a child, a popsicle on a hot day is the best! Am I right? I pulled out the popsicle molds early this year because we have already hit a 90 degree day here in Oregon and it’s only halfway through June. I think this summer is gonna’ be a hot one. Popsicles …

These raw lemon bites only take a few ingredients, five minutes to make, and are great fuel for park days, sports, hiking, biking and definitely camping.

Raw Lemon Bites

It has been an unusually warm spring here Oregon this year. We are used to being cooped up and having gray days to no end come springtime, but instead we have been privy to dry days and evening sunsets. Bliss. The neighbors have been out starting their gardens and the kiddos have been riding their bikes outside after school. It’s …

Kid-Approved Prune Juice Smoothie (to help with constipation)

A prune juice smoothie? Why would anyone want to drink one of those? Well, for our daughter, she doesn’t have much of a choice. She has struggled with chronic constipation for at least a year, and for her it’s either a laxative or a prune juice smoothie. Thankfully this prune juice smoothie has been just as effective, if not more …

Crazy Creamy, Ãœber Cheesy Potatoes

I make a lot of potatoes in this house, in many different ways. Yesterday, I wasn’t sure what to make for my son’s lunch side dish. I opened a cabinet and Oliver (my 17 month-old) pointed at the bag of potatoes. Okay, son…potatoes you shall have!

Real Food Meatballs - By Scratch Mommy (WAPF Approved!)

I hate meatloaf! …but, what about *REAL* food MEATBALLS?

A quote from one of my favorite movies of all time… Randy: Meatloaf, smeatloaf, double-beatloaf. I hate meatloaf. The Old Man: All right, I’ll get that kid to eat. Where’s my screw driver and my plumber’s helper? I’ll open up his mouth and I’ll shove it in. For as long as I can remember, it’s been a tradition in my …

Quinoa Carob Mini Loaves Recipe

Quinoa Carob Mini Loaves

I’ve made this one a few times with a few changes each time and I think that I finally have it down. These cute little loaves never stay around for very long in my house. This tasty treat allows my family to get in our sweet fixes though a healthy means…it’s a win-win for all.

The 7 BEST Pizza Crust Recipes

Pizza. Most of us really love a great pizza. Bold statement? Nah, I bet it’s true. Wether you believe it’s the toppings or the crust that really ‘makes’ the pizza, the fact remains that you must have a crust as the vehicle for the toppings. So, that crust better be darn good. Right? Are living GF, DF, SCD, Vegan, Paleo, …

The BEST Chocolate Avocado Mousse (seriously!)

Okay, so maybe that title is a bit dramatic, but I’ve been perfecting this for a while now and I truly believe that it is just the bee’s knees. I love it, I think that my toddler loves it even more than me, and my (sometimes hard to please) hubby also thinks it is great. WIN for MOMMY! How did …

Guacamole In A Pinch (aka 5 Minute Guac)

This seriously took me 5 minutes to make. Literally…5 minutes! If you are reading my blog, you are probably a *real* foodie, too; meaning, you likely strive to eliminate processed foods, GMOs, and other unsavory “foods” from your diet. Well, then this recipe might come as a bit of a surprise to you. Let me explain… Yes, I, too, LOVE …

Broccoli, Bacon, and Cheese Mini Donuts Recipe!

Broccoli, Cheese, & Bacon Donuts

Yes, you did read the title correctly. I’d like to introduce to you broccoli, cheese, and bacon…donuts. Hey, why not!?? Donuts are fun…especially mini-donuts. Don’t have a mini-donut pan!?? Oh my, you are reeeealllly missing out. Please, pick one up. They are quite affordable and you can make some super creations in them. You can (and really, really should) get …