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Roasted Butternut Squash

Roasted Butternut Squash

As a Fort Collins Nutritionist and healthy recipe creator, I love love love winter squash. It comes in abundance in CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) shares and is easy to find at farmers' markets and grocery stores...
Cashew Cheezecake with Berries

7 Simple Substitutions to Make Sweet Treats Healthier

The holidays are quickly approaching and the aisles and aisles of Halloween candy are taking over every store I've been to lately. As a Fort Collins Nutritionist, I wanted to give you some strategies to make...
Granola in Yogurt

Homemade Cranberry Orange Granola

This super easy homemade granola makes about 12 cups of nutty granola goodness. If you are looking for a good breakfast recipe or idea for healthy snacks to pack, this granola is a winner. Homemade Cranberry...
Pumpkin cookies

5 Causes of Sweet Cravings

Sweet season is upon us and whether you crave sweets or not, this time of year makes stayingthe cool weather are a sign that winter is coming soon and the holidays are almost here. In the...
Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti

Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti

Spaghetti Squash is one of those fresh vegetables that many CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) shareholders have no idea what to do with. This is an incredibly quick and easy recipe that is delicious too. Many whole...
Coconut curry with heirloom vegetables

Grafitti Cauliflower and Other Outrageous Heirlooms

On Saturdays for the past ten weeks or so, I've worked at the Drake Road Farmer's Market in Fort Collins, Colorado selling locally grown organic vegetables and fruits to eager market-goers. It's been a blast and...
Butternut Squash Apple Soup

Butternut Squash Apple Soup

This is a wonderful fall soup full of high quality produce and real food nutrition. The carrots, potatoes, butternut squash, and apples give it a creamy texture (with no dairy) and lots of flavor. As as...
Leafy Greens

Nature’s Superpower Food You’re Not Eating Enough Of

When you think of vegetables, what comes to mind? Carrots, celery, broccoli, potatoes? My guess is that kale, Swiss chard, beet greens, and Romaine lettuce are not the first foods that popped into your head. The...
Roasted Beets

Balsamic Roasted Beets

If you like beets or find yourself with a bunch of them in the fridge (like from a CSA or Community Supported Agriculture share), this is a quick and easy recipe that makes beets taste delicious!...
Fresh Fruit Skewers

Fresh Fruit Skewers

If you're looking for a quick and easy recipe for healthy desserts or healthy snacks, this one is really simple, fun, and delicious. Fruit is filled with vitamins and minerals and makes a great naturally sweet...
Lettuce wraps

6 Quick Tips for a Better Packed Lunch

As a Fort Collins nutritionist, I often work with clients who ask the question "what should I pack for lunch?" Good question! As the new school year is beginning, packing lunch for you or your kids...
Homemade Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

Homemade Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

These Homemade Chocolate Chip Granola Bars are gluten free and dairy free (if you want them to be) and they make great healthy snacks to pack. Instead of being filled with sugar and processed ingredients, these...

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