No-bake Blueberry Coconut Protein Cheesecakes

Another flavor variation in my love affair with making protein cheesecakes with cottage cheese and protein powder. Blueberry and coconut make a tasty filling atop a crust of coconut butter, coconut flour and shredded coconut. Low carb and lucious — plus, as with all my protein powder cheesecakes, the ingredients and macros make it ideal for a post-workout snack, healthy dessert . . .or even breakfast! No Bake Blueberry Coconut Protein Cheesecakes - 24g protein, 10g net carb and perfect for a post-workout snack, healthy dessert, or even breakfast!

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Butternut Squash Soup with Maple Pumpkin Seed Crumble | Low-carb, Paleo, Vegan

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Soup season is upon us, what’s more nourishing for body and soul than a big pot of soup on the stove for dinner?! My recipe for Butternut Squash Soup with Maple Pumpkin Seed Crumble features some of the most quintessential comfort flavors of fall, and is special enough for a holiday gathering yet easy for regular weeknight enjoyment! Butternut Squash Soup with Maple Pumpkin Seed Crumble - Paleo, Whole30, Vegan

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Deviled Egg Owls – a HOOT for Halloween & Thanksgiving!

If you’re looking for the CUTEST fall appetizer EVER, then look no further than these Deviled Egg Owls! They are surprisingly easy to make (and I’m no Martha), healthy, delicious . . . .and a HOOT! Deviled Egg Owls are decorated with edible toppings and make a fun addition to your Halloween party, Thanksgiving dinner, autumn picnic, or other fall gathering.

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Herb Crusted Sirloin Roast | Paleo, Keto, Whole30

Herb Crusted Sirloin Roast is my last-minute entertaining save during the holiday season, like when relatives drop by unexpectedly or I decide on a whim to invite the next-door neighbors over. It’s a delicious, surprisingly tender beef roast everyone needs in their repertoire, ready from prep to plate in just under an hour – making this holiday roast winner doable for weeknights too!Herb Crusted Beef Sirloin Center Cut Roast

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Garlic Lover’s Mushroom Chickpea Pasta and More 30-minute Gluten-free Meal Inspo

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In the late afternoons, I often begin to feel overwhelmed, over-scheduled and over-drawn physically and mentally. Planning a balanced meal option to make my family for dinner can sometimes push me over the edge — yet, as a healthy living advocate, I’m not a big fan of hitting the drive-thru or grabbing take-out.

Barilla Chickpea Pasta - plant based, vegetarian

Enter Barilla Chickpea Pasta , this pantry staple has been a life saver (maybe literally!) and has definitely saved dinner on dozens of occasions. Read on to learn more about this plant-based pasta and check out the TWO fast and flavorful alternative pasta recipes I’m sharing today —Garlic-Lover’s Mushroom Chickpea Pasta and Pesto Chickpea Rotini with Spinach, Pistachios & Feta: Continue reading