Robust Recipes

Healthy, Flavorful Food

Crunchy Chocolate Hazelnut Granola

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Hello there, would you like some Crunchy Chocolate Hazelnut Granola to snack on? I thought so. As the weather begins to cool down a little, especially at night and in the morning, and the humidity has almost disappeared, we are able to turn off our window a/c units and open the windows.  Yaay for no more noise - hello fresh air! I am also able to turn on my oven. Okay, it still makes my kitchen pretty hot, but it's more tolerable and the heat doesn't linger for hours! This, my friends, is a … [Read more...]

Pesto Hummus

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Hi, can you handle yet another hummus recipe?! The answer better be yes, because this is a tasty one! Pesto Hummus! You guys, it's two of the best dips in the world combined! If you haven't noticed yet, I am pretty obsessed with hummus. I usually make a double batch of my go to hummus every week. It's my favorite way to consume large amounts of fresh veggies. Plus it's super easy to make and healthy to eat. Lately I have been into experimenting with other flavors of hummus: Ranch Hummus, Beet … [Read more...]

Mexican Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole (GF)

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Happy Monday, friends. What better day than a Monday to present to you a breakfast recipe that cooks itself?! Say "hi" to the best food convenience since sliced bread: Mexican Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole!!! You wake up all groggy, your stomach is rumbling, you are wishing it was Sunday morning instead of dreaded Monday. Then you walk into your kitchen, your nose catches a waft of corn, and sausage...You ask yourself, "Are those hash browns I smell"? Yes, yes they are! Your wonderful crock … [Read more...]

Gluten Free Chocolate Cherry Dessert Bars

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Excuse me while I stuff my face with these Gluten Free Chocolate Cherry Dessert Bars!!!! Did I mention that these bars are also no bake and vegan?! BONUS POINTS! Sometimes there is way too much to be said in the title of a recipe. Like the fact that these cherry dessert bars are made with frozen cherries instead of fresh, so they can be made anytime of the year! More bonus points! And that you need these Gluten Free Chocolate Cherry Dessert Bars in your life!!! End of story! Just … [Read more...]

Gluten Free Gyro Bowls

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I can't even tell you how excited I am about these Gluten Free Gyro Bowls!!! BUT can I be really honest with you for a second?! My writing flow is just not currently flowing. I want you to be blown away by this recipe and have the strong urge to go make it right now! If you are a writer of any kind - or even can remember from writing school papers - you can relate to that writer's block feeling, right? Ugh I hate that term, it's usually used in a way that makes it sound like a sickness. … [Read more...]

Grilled Peach and Zucchini Summer Bowls

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Hi, friends. Today I present to you Grilled Peach and Zucchini Summer Bowls! Are you ready for this end-of-summer bliss in a bowl?! Whenever mid August approaches I get a little anxious because I haven't had my fair chance with all of the summertime produce yet. I haven't grilled outside enough! I haven't tried grilling peaches yet, as I told myself in the spring I was going to do. It's this silly, but very real rushed kind of feeling that I need to make the most of this vibrant produce … [Read more...]

Grilled Corn with Spicy Chipotle Sauce

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Is there anything better in life than an ear of sweet corn that is slathered with butter? I bet there are a lot of Iowans/Wisconsinites/all Midwesterners/ all foodies who would agree with that statement!  I am definitely one of those Iowans/former Wisconsinites! BUT for those of us foodies out there who enjoy spicing up our corn every now and then, this Grilled Corn with Spicy Chipotle Sauce is just the thing! I feel like I am a little late with some of these end-of-summer veggie posts. I … [Read more...]

Easy Gazpacho

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I know, I know. It's the beginning of September and instead of posting a recipe about pumpkin or chili I am posting a recipe for Easy Gazpacho, a cold, refreshing soup that is generally made and enjoyed during blazing hot summer days! I promise the pumpkin recipes, baking recipes, and chilis are all coming your way before you know it. But for now, let's cherish this soup that's made with all the fresh, late summer veggies (yes, it's still technically summer) while our afternoons are still warm … [Read more...]

Fresh Moscow Mules

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Happy Friday, Friends! I have just the thing for you on this Friday: Fresh Moscow Mules! Moscow Mules have made a comeback in the past year or two. They are my go to drink when I am out at a bar or restaurant. Partially because I love anything that has ginger in it and partially because I can count on Moscow Mules. They're never sickeningly sweet and they're always at least decently good and they're not as heavy as cider or wine.   Moscow Mules are generally made using vodka, … [Read more...]

Golden Milk Frozen Yogurt Bark

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Hi, and welcome to the land of Golden Milk Frozen Yogurt Bark! Here you will find creamy, cold slices of heaven that will remind you of ice cream, only a little easier to make and eat. It's a sweet treat/snack/anything you need it to be that's warming, nutty, slightly coconuty, and is studded with crystallized ginger. If you are a part of the golden milk club, then you will LOVE this Golden Milk Frozen Yogurt Bark - if you have no clue what I am talking about, let me introduce you … [Read more...]