What’s your favorite store bought protein/nutrition bar? A couple that come to mind for me are the LaraBar and thinkThin bars (specifically the white chocolate). I love the simplicity of the LaraBar — just nuts and fruit and I love the protein content (20 grams) of the thinkThin bar. Either one of these make a [...]

Perfect Roast Chicken
from Elana’s Pantry
Yet another roast chicken recipe (the second one I’ve posted today). This one from Elana’s Pantry (as everyone who knows me knows, is one of my all-time favorites). This one even features the lemon that I was talking about earlier. She has based this recipe on a recipe from Ina Garten (another all-time favorite). Elana [...]

Green Eggs
from Elana’s Pantry
This may be a little late for St. Patrick’s Day, but this recipe for Green Eggs from Elana’s Pantry will work wonders in getting your kids to sit up and take notice of their food. Whether it’s St. Patrick’s Day or not, these will create a big smile on your kids faces. Even better is that [...]

Gluten-Free Irish Soda Bread
from Elana’s Pantry
As always, Elana from Elana’s Pantry is being adventurous in the kitchen. I can’t say that I’ve ever had Irish Soda Bread, but this one is something that I’d be willing to give a try…

Gluten-Free Orange Ginger Sauce
from Elana’s Pantry
Elana from Elana’s Pantry has come up with a perfect Orange Ginger Sauce to go along with her gluten-free Chicken Fingers. As she says, “It’s sweet enough that my children enjoy it and gingery enough for me”. Perfect for both kids and adults alike. What more could you ask for? – – – “I like [...]

Grain-Free Muesli Scones
from Elana’s Pantry
More almond flour goodness from Elana’s Pantry. I love muesli and I love scones, so there’s not much else to say about these Muesli Scones from Elana’s Pantry other than, “I can’t wait to try them”. Elana has taken Muesli one step further and made it grain-free making it perfect for the paleo/primal crowd. – – [...]

Easy Black and White Cake
from Elana’s Pantry
What can I say? It’s Elana’s Pantry. – – – “Looking for a quick and easy gluten free chocolate cake? This one is so simple that you can make it one pot and it doesn’t need a drop of frosting. I’m hooked on this thick, fudgey, yet cakey treat. I made it a couple of [...]

Betsy’s Multi “Grain” Crackers
from Elana’s Pantry
Grain-free crackers perfect for those of you following a paleo or primal meal plan. As always, Elana from Elana’s Pantry has perfected a near perfect gluten-free snack.

Cranberry Orange Scones from Elana’s Pantry
I was first introduced to scones while living in London back in the early 90′s and have loved them ever since. This isn’t the first scone recipe from Elana of Elana’s Pantry, but I’m sure it’s as good as the last one I tried. – – – “Once again, it’s all Joy the Baker’s fault. [...]

Valentine’s Day Cake Pops from Elana’s Pantry
All of you regular readers know that I have an obsession with making healthy (ok, “healthier”) gluten free cake pops. Well, this obsession continues for Valentine’s Day.

Double Chocolate Walnut Brownies from Elana’s Pantry
These healthier gluten free brownies are the perfect Super Bowl snack. My family loved them and I’m hoping my guests will too when I serve these treats along with my gluten free Super Bowl Cake Pops come next Sunday when the Packers take on the Steelers and I have my big, bad, gluten free Super Bowl party..

Nacho Cheese Triangles from Elana’s Pantry
How do you turn nachos into a healthy snack? Sure enough, Elana has figured it all out. Take a look at her recipe using almond flour and chili powder. It will wow anyone looking for a healthy game day snack.