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We LOVE granola! Seriously, we eat it every day. I mix it into hot oatmeal, I use it to make amazing banana-granola pancakes, the kids like it as cold cereal with almond milk, we even eat it dry as a snack. The problem is that really good quality granola is expensive. So, we set out…

As an endurance athlete and a vegan I am always looking for ways to increase my protein intake. This great-tasting and simple green smoothie provides 50 grams of protein and is rich in nutrients and anti-oxidants. Kale is one of the healthiest vegetables on the planet, and this smoothie makes for an incredible recovery drink…

Cajun food has always appealed to me; partly because of the uniqueness of the flavors and the general spiciness of the dishes, but also because of the mystique of the area. There’s an enchanting aura about that southern Louisiana bayou – spicy creoles and Zydeco music, hearty gumbos and voodoo all mix together in a…

Cold winter nights demand comfort food, and this hearty potato bean soup delivers. This quick and easy soup is a great way to add healthy carbs and protein to your nutrition regimen without introducing a lot of fat. I make a big pot of this and it lasts a few days, so when we get…

One of the things I love about the weather getting colder is getting to make hot and hearty soups and stews. I like to make a large pot of this satisfying lentil soup and keep it around for a couple of days (if it lasts that long!) It seems to taste even better the next…