Bruschetta with Hummus

Description This is bruschetta with a twist on the standard. It looks great for entertaining and is tasty and easy to make. Looks and tastes like restaurant quality. Ingredients 1 (14 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice ¼ teaspoon chopped fresh garlic ¼ teaspoon ground cumin 2 teaspoons olive oil ¼ … Read more

BOP Energy Bites

Description I am an esthetician and often don’t have time to eat in between appointments. Creating this recipe allowed me to combine healthy foods with cacao nibs which I dearly love to use in any recipe as the health benefits are phenomenal! Ingredients 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats ½ cup ground flax seed ½ cup … Read more

Chia Seed Power Balls

Description Chia seed balls gives you a great healthy snack that is quick and easy. You can let these sit out overnight or just eat them immediately instead of refrigerating. You can use any combination of dried fruit. I use kitchen scissors to cut up the dried fruit. Ingredients 3 cups oats 2 cups chia … Read more

Cinnamon-Roasted Pecans and Almonds

Description This is by far my favorite fall and winter treat to have available, and makes an incredible food gift to anyone without an allergy–for the holidays or any occasion! Store cooled nuts in airtight containers for up to 2 weeks. Ingredients 2 large egg whites, at room temperature 1 pinch salt 1 cup white … Read more

Roasted Cinnamon Spice Pumpkin Seeds

Description So fun to make with the kids! These sweet treats were a big hit with my kids and husband. Ingredients 6 cups boiling water 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 tablespoon white sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground ginger Instructions Combine water pumpkin seeds and … Read more

Corned Beef-Stuffed Pumpernickel

Description I was looking for something different to bring to a Super Bowl® party and a friend gave me this recipe. Now my family looks forward to this at every family gathering. It is a must for Super Bowl® parties. Serve along with other breads or crackers. Ingredients 1 (2 pound) loaf unsliced, round pumpernickel … Read more

Salt and Vinegar Kale Chips

Description With only 4 ingredients and a little bit of your time, this afternoon snack of salt and vinegar kale chips can be crunchy, salty, and satisfying while still remaining healthy. Store in airtight plastic zip-top bags. Ingredients 1 bunch kale 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon malt vinegar ¼ teaspoon salt Instructions Preheat the … Read more

Blue Cheese and Grilled Pear Crostini

Description Very simple appetizer you can serve at birthday parties or any other occasion. Ingredients 2 small pears ⅓ cup cream cheese, softened 8 (1/2 inch) slices French baguette 2 slices blue cheese 1 tablespoon toasted chopped walnuts 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint, or to taste ground black pepper to taste 1 tablespoon honey Instructions … Read more