Robust Recipes

Healthy, Flavorful Food

Raspberry Buckwheat Breakfast Porridge (GF + V)

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Happy Monday, friends! Let's kick this Monday off with some Raspberry Buckwheat Breakfast Porridge, shall we? Pause for a second: If you are a little thrown off by the name of this post, it is because we usually think of porridge being made with oats (at least in the U.S.), right?  However, Wikipedia clarifies for us, "porridge is a dish made by boiling ground, crushed, or chopped starchy plants - typically grain - in water and/or milk, often with flavorings. It is usually served hot in a … [Read more...]

Roasted Green Enchilada Sauce

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I hope you're not sick of Mexican recipes yet! Wait, who am I kidding? Is it even possible to get sick of Mexican food? Either way, it's Cinco de Mayo (well almost). We must prepare the ultimate Mexican feast/drink fest. It's the American way to celebrate! You guys, this Roasted Green Enchilada Sauce is the sauce of all sauces. I call it Roasted Green Enchilada Sauce because it is meant for some amazing enchiladas, but it is also delicious on eggs, tacos, plain chicken, and basically any … [Read more...]

Skinny Orange Lime Margarita

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Are you guys ready for Cinco De Mayo recipe numero dos?! You didn't think I would let Cinco De Mayo pass without a Margarita, did ya? This Skinny Orange Lime Margarita was a happy accident. Recently, I have been craving margaritas. It's probably due to the green grass and the thought of warmer weather-margaritas scream long, warm summer days-(and because of Cinco de Mayo, duh!)! I actually wanted to share a skinny lime margarita recipe with you, but when making a margarita I accidentally … [Read more...]

Pea Soup (V + GF)

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Happy spring, friends! I know that I keep mentioning spring, but it truly excites me - like little girl giddy excited. Besides doesn't the post of this title, Pea Soup, just sound like spring? And that gorgeous bright green color! I can barely handle it. As you know, I cannot survive cold weather without some warm soup. Even though it is officially spring and the sun is shining, the grass is green, the birds are chirping, we can still have some chilly days. Seriously, Mother Nature, … [Read more...]

Blueberry Almond Energy Balls

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Happy Friday, friends! I don't know about you, but I am ready for spring. Our weather in Iowa has been teasing us a little. We've had several gorgeous 60 degree days with bright sunshine. On those days Paul and I have busted out the grill! Not only do I love grilling and the smell of food cooking outside, but it also gives me an excuse to relax. Paul doesn't do much cooking, but he does enjoy grilling! This makes me very happy! This week, we are supposed to have a lot of rain and possibly a … [Read more...]

Apple Cinnamon and Barley Pudding

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Really the name of this post should be Apple Cinnamon and Barley Flummery. Yup, I said FLUMMERY. If you're reading this from England or Ireland (don't you love the internet?!) then you  already know what flummery is. But if you're from America, then you're like, HUH?! According to Wikipedia "Flummery is a starch based sweet soft dessert pudding". Although the word flummery is pretty fun to say I decided calling it pudding, because in my mind that's what it is.   Guys … [Read more...]

Coconut White Russian

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  But why would you want coconut in your White Russian? Why, oh WHY would you ever mess with anything as simple and perfect as a White Russian? The answers: 1) Because it's delicious 2) Because that's what I do here. I play with recipes, I add my own twist to a classic recipe, and I create my own recipes. It's fun; you should try it! Really, my true reason for trying out a Coconut White Russian is because I really hate dairy milk. It grosses me out, it always has. Growing up in … [Read more...]

Sriracha Honey Roasted Cashews

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Happy Monday, Friends! I have a little something for you to help kick-start your Monday: Sriracha Honey Roasted Cashews. I hope you're as excited as I am! The idea for Sriracha Honey Roasted Cashews came from an advertisement for one of those order-a-box-of-fresh-healthy-food-and-it-comes-straight-to-your-door companies. Their example of a snack item was sriracha roasted cashews. I heard that and just had to find out what that would taste like, because I love sriracha on everything - even in … [Read more...]

Garlicky Mashed Root Veggies

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I'm sure you guys are aware of the mashed cauliflower trend to replace mashed potatoes for a low carb option. BTW they are delicious; you should make some, but IMHO mashed cauliflower doesn't replace mashed potatoes. I'm sorry, it never will; mashed potatoes are fluffy clouds of bliss that can only truly be made by using the one and only starchy potato. Most people feel that the same applies to mashed root veggies. Let's get one thing straight here: I did not make these Garlicky Mashed Root … [Read more...]

Gluten Free Cornbread Drop Biscuits

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  Sometimes you just want a flaky, buttery biscuit that tastes just like the ones you get in the South. There's one problem: you're allergic to wheat or you're sensitive to gluten, or you have celiac disease, or you are serving these biscuits to a loved one who has one of these issues and must avoid wheat and/or gluten. Or you're like me and run a food blog that focuses on gluten free baking, not because you have a problem with wheat or gluten, but because you have several family and … [Read more...]