Raw Milk Podcast Featuring Mark McAfee of Organic Pastures

October 11, 2010 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

I thought I had already posted this, but apparently I didn’t! This was a great podcast that I stumbled across a couple months ago. I listened to the whole thing – about an hour and 15 minutes – and was thoroughly entertained the entire time. I learned some new things about the nutrition of raw milk and the benefits that we reap from...

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....