Oh, the banana ripening conundrum! Some like it ripe, some like it greener...

My kids like it right in-between, which means, we get the bananas slightly green and have a 1-2 day window to eat them before they start having brown spots on them. As soon as the spots appear, they refuse to eat them.

This presents the almost impossible task of timing the purchase of bananas in a way that maximizes the window of "no longer green, not...

It is Friday night of a long week (which week is not long, really?) and it is cold in "currently-not-so-sunny' Florida...record cold. Really? I am thinking that I need a refund after moving here. But that is another story.

On an evening like this, I really need to keep it simple. Simple is good. Easy is preferred. Fast is a bonus. Anything that goes with my "just-throw-it-all-together-and-stir" mantra is good.

So here is a great...

If you are looking for more variety in you soup repertoire, here is one to add: an amazingly flavorful and nutritious CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP recipe that uses nothing but wholesome and clean ingredients. It is grain-free, gluten-free and can easily be made dairy-free. 

Did you know the many health benefits of eating mushrooms? 

• Provide an amazing defense against bacteria

• Loaded with Vitamin D

• Improve immune system f...

Have you been wanting to start making green smoothies to add more GOOD FOOD to your diet? 

Here is a simple recipe for a starter smoothie that includes lots of vegetables that have detoxifying properties. 

What you will need is a high-speed blender, such as a Vitamix. While you can use a regular kitchen blender, the consistency will not be as smooth and palatable as with a high-speed blender. And often - especially when dealing...

How about a quick and easy, versatile muffin recipe? 

The almond and coconut flour used in this recipe are high in fiber, protein and healthy fats that will stabilize blood sugar levels and keep you energized!

The best part? You can add your favorite frozen, fresh or dried fruit, nuts and seeds or chocolate chips and experiment with different versions!

This is a great breakfast, snack, dessert or on-the-go option to add...

If you are looking for a simple recipe for Snickerdoodle cookies, look no further!

With only 8 ingredients, a paleo option and 10 minutes of baking time, these are a breeze to make, even if you get in the mood for Christmas baking late in the evening!

Easy enough to make with kids and get into the Holiday mood together!

Here is the recipe:

GRAIN-FREE SNICKERDOODLE COOKIES (PALEO OPTION)

Ingredients:

2 cups blanched almond flour

1/8 t...

Want to know my secret to simple cooking? Use as few ingredients as possible! Sometimes I make a game of it: challenging myself to "dumb down" a recipe to the very core basics without compromising flavor or nutrition.

Actually, I always try to increase the nutrition profile of any meal, mainly by using wholesome equivalents of the ingredients or often smart substitutions. It's more art than science to me, but I am a geek when i...

I get so many questions from people about healthy breakfast options. It seems that most people struggle most with breakfast as the most difficult one when transitioning to clean and whole food eating.

My OATMEAL SOUFFLÉ is another simple recipe that is a nice spin on traditional oatmeal as its healthy fat and protein content is boosted but the added eggs, seeds and coconut oil.

In general, we have been made to believe that...