Robust Recipes

Healthy, Flavorful Food

Pumpkin Sage Hummus

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It's the day after Christmas! Can you believe it?! I hope everyone had a magical and fun Christmas. As you read this I am flying to Texas to spend the remainder of our Christmas break with my extended family. I might be a little excited to see a little extra green than what I am used to - and also my family! Let's talk about hummus, shall we? You know that I can't go too long without sharing another hummus recipe idea with you, right?! I have literally shared a hummus recipe each month from … [Read more...]

Matcha Cherry Energy Balls

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It's officially Christmas time! We have turkey leftovers in the fridge from Thanksgiving, our Christmas tree is up, and my Pandora station has been switched to Christmas music until further notice! I am loving every second of it! We've got our heavy duty down alternative comforter on our bed, plus our super soft flannel sheets and combined it is the warmest, most comfortable bed on the planet! Trust me we need all of this warmth with the leaky 1910 windows and the cold hard wood floors. The … [Read more...]

5 Minute Spiced Pecans

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Hi, hello can I offer you a handful off 5 Minute Spiced Pecans while you read this post?! If there was a way for me to reach through my computer screen and actually offer you a sweet, crunchy, cinnamon-y, slightly spicy pecan I would. And we would instantly be best friends! Did I mention that these super easy, super delicious 5 Minute Spiced Pecans that are made on a stove top?! Most spiced nuts require long time baking in the oven, like 1 hour long time. Guys, we must not wait so long for … [Read more...]

Peanut Butter Apple Granola Bars (GF + V)

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Hi, I think we need a moment to collect ourselves before we begin..... Okay, are you ready? I think I am ready. Friends, today I present to you PEANUT BUTTER APPLE GRANOLA BARS!!!!! Just in case you missed it! Isn't a crisp sliced apple with peanut butter just the ultimate snack for fall?! What if that fall snack turned into a granola bar?! These Peanut Butter Apple Granola Bars are loaded with peanut butter, toasty oats, crunchy raw buckwheat, a kiss of cinnamon for warmth and … [Read more...]

Gluten Free Savory Zucchini Bread

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Do you smell that permeating from the kitchen? It's a hint of dill, a lot of garlic, maybe some onion. It's inviting. It says, "sit down, stay awhile, and cuddle up under a blanket." That, my friends, is a loaf of Gluten Free Savory Zucchini Bread baking away in the oven! I may be a little late in the season with the zucchini baked goods, but trust me this one is worth the wait! Gluten Free Savory Zucchini Bread was inspired by a bread that my mom used to make frequently. It was a … [Read more...]

Fall Kale Salad with Roasted Delicata Squash

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As the weather starts to get cooler I begin to crave soups, stews, slow cooked meats, roasted veggies, and all the warming things! I pretty much live off of salads during the summer - all the fresh veggies. During the fall I find it hard to eat cold salads; I need something that will warm me from the inside out! But my body still craves all of those fresh greens and veggies. It is my mission to create hearty salads that are satisfying enough for the cooler months. Let's kick it off by making … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

Green Lime Smoothie Bowl

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Green Lime Smoothie Bowl is creamy, slightly sweet, with  plenty of tangy lime. It's packed with spinach and topped with any toppings your heart desires. Don't you instantly feel healthier when you drink a large green smoothie? All those dark leafy greens masked by yummy fruit. I've been drinking green smoothies for a while now, but I usually just throw everything into the blender and hope for the best. I am working on actually creating smoothie recipes for you so that we can all be super … [Read more...]