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Happy New Year in September

Happy New Year in September

Summer time has come and gone so fast.  It was so nice to take a break.  As you may have noticed I have not been posting on the blog as much while I was taking my summer break.  I missed sharing things here and chatting with many on Facebook and twitter.  But breaks are important [...]

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A Fund for Jennie

A Fund for Jennie

I have met the most amazing people all because I started writing a food blog to remember the recipes and resource I found to live gluten free.  I’ve met people in the comment section on this blog, on Facebook, on twitter, at Food Blogging Conferences, in the grocery store, at my school IIN, and through [...]

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NFCA and Celiac Awareness Month

NFCA and Celiac Awareness Month

In case you missed the memo May is National Celiac Awareness Month.  You might know this with our 30 Days to Easy-Gluten Free Living event or all of the bloggers being featured on Celiac Central: Bits and Bites.  I’m honored that today they are featuring me on their blog. The NFCA or National Foundation for [...]

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Easy Gluten-Free Grocery Shopping

Easy Gluten-Free Grocery Shopping

Today we kick off the first day of 30 Days to Easy Gluten-Free Living.  You are in for a treat this month as 30 different bloggers will share tips and treats all to make sure you know that it really can be easy living gluten free.  To check out the complete schedule visit HERE.  Tomorrow [...]

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Smokin’ Hot Mom Call Tomorrow

Smokin’ Hot Mom Call Tomorrow

You may have noticed the pretty green and pink widget on the side of this blog that says Smokin’ Hot Mom.  Who wouldn’t want to be called that, well except maybe a dad.   I just love the title of this program that my health coach is offering.  Nina Manolson from Body Alive Body Aware is [...]

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Buffalo Chicken Hash Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Hash Recipe

I like this recipe because it’s a healthy twist on typical buffalo chicken wings, which I obsess over, and it’s so much easier and less messy to eat.  It’s of course gluten and dairy free and delicious.  So as you settle in to watch the Final Four, which only 2 people in 6 million predicted [...]

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5 Easy Ways to Get Real Food Into Your Day

5 Easy Ways to Get Real Food Into Your Day

Some people think it’s really hard to get real food into their day.  Are you one of them?  Are you chained to that diet drink and frozen diet meal for lunch?  Well set yourself free.  It’s really not all that hard once you make a few changes, slowly and over time. Mark Bittman asks the [...]

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My Big Announcement

My Big Announcement

As many of you know I am passionate about food and using the food we eat to improve our health.  I have a great desire to learn more so I’m taking things to the next level.  I am now studying at the Institute for Integrated Nutrition to become a Health Coach.  Health Coaches are knowledgeable [...]

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Recipe for Meatballs With A Heart

Recipe for Meatballs With A Heart

What is one of the best things you can do for the people you love?  Feed them good food that is good for them.  If you have loved ones in your family that are picky eaters and it’s really hard to get them to eat good foods you’re going to love these meatballs. I add [...]

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How Did I Get So Lucky!

How Did I Get So Lucky!

I’m not sure how I got so lucky but I’m about to give you a peek behind the curtain.  If you don’t want to see, don’t read.  People often ask me or my husband how we do it.  How did we get the marriage we have?  We have an amazing marriage and we are blessed [...]

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Nutritional Information For You

Nutritional Information For You

I finally did it.  I figured out my new computer program MacGourmet.  I have wanted to be able to share with you the nutritional information on the recipes I create.  I think knowing what you are eating is so important and having an idea of that nutritional content is just more information to sink your [...]

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What’s Your Favorite Fiber

What’s Your Favorite Fiber

Everyone is always talking about fiber.  Do you get enough fiber in your diet?  What foods have fiber in them?  How much does a person need a day?  It can all be so confusing and of course those marketing gurus love to take advantage of that.  They tout their product as being whole grain and [...]

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Change My Life Journal

Change My Life Journal

I’m excited to announce I’ve started a new blog that is all about making small changes in life.  Don’t worry you’ll still find me here dishing up Real Food, Real Fun, and Real Choices! Change My Life Journal My hope is to share the changes I’m trying to make in my life and hopefully you’ll [...]

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Menu Plan Monday -January 10, 2011

Menu Plan Monday -January 10, 2011

A new year and a new menu with a new way of eating.  For the past week I’ve been doing a gentle detox that my body has fallen in love with.  It’s really gentle on the body compared to some things I’ve read.  I basiclly eat fresh fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts and seeds.  No [...]

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Gluten-Free Dairy Free Cherry Smoothie Recipe With A Secret

Gluten-Free Dairy Free Cherry Smoothie Recipe With A Secret

January is Detox month over at G-Free Mom.  Every day this month a different blogger is sharing a recipe with you to help you eat fresh fruits and vegetables.  All the recipes will be gluten free juices, smoothies or soups.  I’m happy to be contributing to this event.  January is a great month to get [...]

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Wild Rice and Mushroom Bake Recipe

Wild Rice and Mushroom Bake Recipe

Today is the first of 6 weekly installments on A Gluten-Free Holiday.  Today over at Diet, Dessert, & Dogs the focus is Healthier Through The Holidays. When you’re done reading my recipe and tips, take Ricki your favorite healthier dish that won’t pack on the pounds.  Or, maybe you can share your top tips for [...]

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