Food

Health is a Choice

October 12, 2010 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

“Health is a choice.” That is a quote from a fictional TV show I was watching a couple weeks back and the quote has stuck with me ever since. I am reminded of it almost daily and it really has had a profound effect on me! Health is a choice. Especially in today’s convoluted world of food...

Squash Patties: A Simple, Crispy Recipe

October 10, 2010 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

Summer squash season is drawing to a close, but there is still time to eat just a little more. This recipe came about when I had some extra yellow summer squash and I wanted something different. It’s absolutely delicious. Pair with a tossed salad and you’ve got a full meal!

Beverages & Smoothies Dairy-Free Real Food Recipes

Peppermint White Hot Chocolate Recipe (Dairy Free Option)

October 9, 2010 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

This Peppermint White Hot Chocolate Recipe came about years ago when I was totally addicted to Starbucks (like seriously addicted — I’d go at least once a day, sometimes twice). One of my favorite drinks that they made was their Peppermint White Hot Chocolate — so rich, creamy, sweet, and decadent. And not at all good...

Food

Your Organic Eggs Are Not What They Seem

October 8, 2010 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

There is a lot of information coming to light about the quality of organic eggs and the methods used to raise the chickens. The more research I do, the more I see that organic eggs really aren’t any better than commercial eggs. Unfortunately, what has happened is the organic market is dominated by a couple main players, who are...

Gluten-Free and/or Grain-Free Real Food Recipes Salads, Sides, & Vegetables

Garlic Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

October 6, 2010 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

Nothing beats good homemade mashed potatoes. Paired with a grass-fed steak, you’ve got a fantastic steak dinner without ever stepping foot into a steak house! These potatoes are one of my hubby’s favorite sides. He is a meat and potatoes kind of guy — I think he’d live on mashed potatoes if I’d let him....