My pumpkin obsession continues! Hop on over to Modern Alternative Kitchen today to see my recipe for Pumpkin Enchilada Breakfast Casserole. I served this dish last week for my MOPS group, and it was a hit! I hope you like it too.
Quinoa Horchata
May 4, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Here’s a quick festive little weekend recipe for you! Quinoa Horchata 1 2/3 cups cooked quinoa 3 cups filtered water 1 can coconut milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 rounded teaspoon ground cinnamon honey or organic granulated sugar, to taste (I used about 1/4 cup) Pour everything into a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Chill, then serve over ice. Enjoy! Have a happy Cinco de Mayo!
Crockpot {Not Fried} Refried Beans
September 4, 2012 By 3 Comments
This recipe is one of those recipes that made me have a “well, duh!” moment. It is so easy, so simple, so nutritious and yet it never occurred to me until recently to try it. Don’t ask my why. We eat a LOT of beans in our family. We all love beans (well, all of us except that tricky middle boy who seems to live and grow on air) and eat them probably every day. We’re mostly vegetarian around here, {Read More}
Huevos Rancheros {My Favorite Meal Of All Time}
May 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Huevos Rancheros is a traditional Mexican breakfast that usually consists of a corn tortilla and an egg with some sort of tomato sauce. I’ve eaten it in many restaurants and each has their own version. This is my version- that I eat at least once a week. It is our go-to meal for anytime of day. Kimball’s Huevos Rancheros1 tortilla (I like to use a whole wheat and corn tortilla, but any type of tortilla is fine)refried beansshredded cheese1 eggbaby {Read More}
Fruit Tacos
May 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Happy Cinco de Mayo! My little people and I celebrated today by whipping up some these delicious and easy fruit tacos. In a small skillet, pan fry a blue corn tortilla in coconut oil over medium heat until slightly crispy. Shmear with a spoonful of your favorite cocoa spread (Nutella would work, but I prefer Trader Joe’s Cocoa Almond Spread). Top with chunks of fresh fruit (I used mango, pineapple and strawberries). Sprinkle with a little raw sugar and dust {Read More}
Whole Wheat and Flax Tortillas
January 26, 2011 By 2 Comments
When we found out we were going to be moving to California, one of the first things my husband said to me was that he hoped I’d learn to make homemade tortillas. We eat a lot of tortillas in our family. A lot of tortillas. And the whole wheat ones I buy are not only hard to find, but they are expensive. So, today I finally gave it a go. And they are good. Really good warm. Whole Wheat and {Read More}
Sweet Potato Turkey Taco Meat
January 15, 2011 By 5 Comments
I’ve got news for you: you’re not the only one who eats the same things over and over. We’re all busy. We’ve got better things to do than come up with something new that we *think* our spouses and children will like. It’s easier to put Pete and Repeat on, well, repeat. Here’s our family’s go-to meal. We all love it and it’s quite versatile. Sweet Potato Turkey Taco Meat1-2 large sweet potatoes (or yams)2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 pound organic {Read More}
