The more collagen I buy or get sent, the more amazing uses I keep thinking for it! I’ve done protein bars, protein waffles, and even protein pancakes. But the thing that I’ve never done is this (drumroll please…) protein CANDY! Protein candy? How is that even a thing? Well, when you consider that most protein bars…
Honey Lemon Paleo Gummy Bears
This recipe is in honor of my beautiful and wonderfully supportive mother. She absolutely loves gummy candy, and her favorite is gummy bears. Basically my mom eats Paleo Plus Gummy Bears. (There’s a diet book idea!!) My mom has also been growing our her hair, so she’s been trying to get more gelatin and collagen…
Mango Strawberry Kale Smoothie
Note: This is a sponsored post written for Perfect Supplements. All opinions and writings are my own. While we’re still getting a few chilly days here, spring has sprung in southern Wisconsin. And you know what that means; fresh berries and tropical fruits are appearing in the produce section! Warmer weather definitely screams smoothies, and…
No Bake Paleo Magic Cookie Bars
There was a period of time in my childhood that I have decided to refer to as the Magic Cookie Bar Era. What that means is that every time we would go to a get-together, playdate, party, or potluck, my mother would make her amazing 7 layer bars, or magic cookie bars. Come to think…
AIP Apple Cinnamon Mini Muffins
There’s been a revelation in the world of AIP baking, and I cannot take credit for it. Rebecca from Lichen Paleo, Loving AIP has a recipe for No-Nut Tigernut Spread (aka homemade AIP nut butter). I was a little skeptical but I had to try making it because I knew it would be totally awesome…
Rolling Hills of Southern Illinois Anyone? – Guest post from Dierks Farms + Hamburger and Veggie Soup
This is a sponsored post written for Dierks farm. Note from Heather: I am excited to be working with Dierks Farm grass-fed beef to bring you awesome info about where healthy meat comes from! Dierks Farm is a family-owned Illinois (south of my home state!) based business that produces high-quality 100% grass-fed beef. Check out their…
Chocolate Coconut Oil Fat Bombs
Once upon a time, I bought a gummy bear mold with intentions to make homemade gummy bears. But when the mold came I realized I had no gelatin. But I’d already spent a whopping $10.89 of my hard-earned cash, so I had to do something with this mold while I waited for my Vital Proteins…
Paleo Pumpkin Protein Bars – guest post from Sheeva of Health Wanderer
Note from Heather: Please give a warm welcome to Sheeva of Health Wanderer! I’m very excited to have her guest posting these amazing pumpkin protein bars! Be sure to check out her blog for more awesome recipes, like these peppermint patties! Hi everyone. I’m Sheeva and I blog over at healthwanderer.com. I am very happy…
Paleo Vegan Chocolate Cake
As I’ve mentioned before, February is the month of birthdays in our house. We always have a big family birthday bash with cake and presents for everybody. As the allergy-free cook of the family, I was put in charge of making the birthday cake. No grains, eggs, or dairy are allowed in said birthday cake!…
The Grass is Greener on the Farmer’s Side of the Fence – guest post from Dierks Farm + Paleo Taco Pasta
This is a sponsored post written for Dierks farm. Note from Heather: I am excited to be working with Dierks Farm grass-fed beef to bring you awesome info about where healthy meat comes from! Dierks Farm is a family-owned Illinois (south of my home state!) based business that produces high-quality 100% grass-fed beef. Check out their…
Sunbutter Chocolate Valentine’s Hearts (paleo, vegan, coconut-free, nut-free)
My sweet little sister turns FIFTEEN this Valentine’s day; it’s crazy because I remember when I turned fifteen; I felt so old and mature – lol. And let’s not even talk about the fact that I’m going to be nineteen this month; yes we won’t even mention it. Anyway, my sister is sensitive to gluten,…
AIP Banana Muffins (paleo, vegan)
I’ve made many, many versions of AIP banana muffins before I came up with the perfect recipe. But it was worth it; these delicious muffins are fluffy and soft and they rise and cook through and everything! Plus there’s no gelatin involved, so they’re vegan too! The secret to the amazingness of these muffins is plantain…
Paleo Hamburger Stir Fry with Cabbage and Carrot Noodles
Sometimes I want to eat something kind of fancy, but all I have is ground beef. That’s how this recipe was born; I wanted a fancy-ish lunch with minimal effort and ingredients I already had in the cupboard. I had a lot of fun making carrot noodles with my new spiral veggie cutter, and the…
Sweet and Savory Paleo Baked Pears – guest post by Real Simple Good
Note from Heather: I’m so excited to welcome Justin and Erica of Real Simple Good as they guest post this amazing recipe today! I’ve been following their blog for a little while and I’m so impressed by the simple deliciousness (and mouthwatering photography) of every one of their recipes! Now if you’ll excuse me, I…
AIP Banana Bread Doughnuts
I’m not even sure that I need to say anything about this recipe. But because I’m told it’s good for search engines, here goes: These AIP banana bread doughnuts with creamy frosting are DA BOMB and you definitely cannot tell that they are free of grains, nuts, seeds, and (drumroll please)… EGGS! These fluffy doughnuts…
Vanilla Chai Nut Butter – guest post from Becky of A Calculated Whisk
Note from Heather: I’m very excited to have the amazing Becky Winkler from A Calculated Whisk sharing this amazing recipe today! You may remember I reviewed her awesome cookbook, Paleo Planet, awhile back. Becky’s blog is full of amazing recipes for every variation of paleo (from whole30 to grain-free shortbread!) with beautiful photos; you need…
