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Ginger Oatmeal Cookies

December 9, 2018 by Gina Marie Leave a Comment

Wake up this Holiday morning with these Ginger Oatmeal Cookies! Quick, easy, healthy, and delicious with enough spice to keep you in the holiday spirit!

This recipe was sponsored by Karuna Beverages. All opinions 100% my own.

Every time this time of year comes by it always amazes me how fast time flies. And yet here we are again another year and another Christmas. I don’t know about you but when I think of Christmas I think cookies! But here’s the catch 22, Christmas and the New Year collide and with the New Year comes New Year goals. So I came up with a way to be healthy while still enjoying those indulgent Christmas flavors; Ginger Oatmeal Cookies.

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Grandmothers Sweet Potato Pecan Pie

November 21, 2018 by Gina Marie 9 Comments

Editor’s Note: This recipe has been updated with new pictures and method. Originally posted August 28, 2017.

“This pecan sweet potato pie is so good late at night! I knew Honey taught you well!” my dad texted me one night while I was working. He was enjoying a tradition in our household; sweet potato pecan pie. No it’s not sweet potato pie with pecans on it. It’s two pies combined into one. One layer of pecan filling over a layer of sweet potato filling.

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Pumpkin Pie Bars (Vegan, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto)

November 17, 2018 by Gina Marie 12 Comments

Pumpkin Pie Bars! This quick and easy dessert is a perfect dessert for Thanksgiving and Christmas! And can you believe it’s Vegan, Gluten Free, and Keto? Delicious and allergy free!

This recipe was sponsored by Karuna Beverages. All opinions 100% my own.

Who would have ever thought 2018 would come to an end? The holidays come around so fast but I am anxiously awaiting Thanksgiving! What better way to bring in the holidays than with these healthy pumpkin pie bars!

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4 Ingredient Stovetop Candied Pecans (Soy Free, Gluten Free)

November 5, 2018 by Gina Marie Leave a Comment

Find out how simple and easy it is to make Stovetop Candied Pecans! With just 4 ingredients you can have homemade candied pecans for salads, easy vegan snack, or a sweet holiday gift to give to your friends or family!

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Have you ever created a recipe you didn’t intend to create? This recipe was made by accident! I needed a nut to go over my Butternut Squash Salad and thought hmmm, candied pecans would be good. So I whipped out the skillet added butter, brown sugar and cinnamon and viola this recipe was born! After taking a bite I knew it couldn’t be just a salad based recipe but deserve to have its own shine.
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Homemade Peanut Butter Cups (Vegan, Soy Free, Gluten Free)

October 5, 2018 by Gina Marie Leave a Comment

Have you ever wondered how to make Homemade Peanut Butter Cups? Well, now you can put your curiosity to rest. Homemade Peanut Butter Cups are super easy and fun to make! And yes these are vegan! A perfect fun treat for Halloween or when you have a sweet tooth!

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I had so much fun making these homemade peanut butter cups! They turned out so good I ate the entire batch in 2 days! (I don’t recommend anyone follow in my footsteps lol) If you never had homemade peanut butter cups before you are in for a treat! You won’t miss the pre-packaged version at all.
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Lentil Shepherd’s Pie (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

September 30, 2018 by Gina Marie 2 Comments

Lentil Shepherd’s Pie is super easy to make and this version is cruelty-free! Made with lentils, peas, mushrooms, and topped with creamy vegan mash potatoes, this Lentil Shepherd’s Pie also makes for an awesome meal prep. And yes it is freezable!

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This Lentil Shepherd’s Pie is so good I ate it all in two days! I am so pumped to share with you this lentil shepherd’s pie recipe and best of all it’s completely vegan. It’s so hearty comforting and filling you will not miss the meat!
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Protein Pumpkin Smoothie (Vegan, Gluten Free, Soy Free)

September 17, 2018 by Gina Marie Leave a Comment

Do you think pumpkin is overhyped? Not with this recipe! This easy Pumpkin Smoothie recipe will convert non-pumpkin believers into pumpkin spice lovers! Bursting with fall flavors, this sweet and creamy Pumpkin Smoothie has an added nutritional boost of plant-based protein.

up close shot of pumpkin smoothie in glass

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So here is the thing… I NEVER been a fan of pumpkin anything. (Dodge bottles thrown from pumpkin lovers). But that was because I never really gave it a fair shot. But with the creation of this creamy protein pumpkin smoothie recipe, I have to say I am now a pumpkin believer!
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Raspberry Peach Homemade Popsicles

July 4, 2018 by Gina Marie Leave a Comment

These homemade popsicles are so simple and easy to make! Using fresh fruit like raspberries, peaches, and bananas, this homemade popsicle recipe will keep you cool all summer long!

homemade popsicles laying on top of ice with raspberries and peaches

This recipe is sponsored by Karuna Drinks. All opinions are of my own.

Happy 4th of July weekend!

I know you are anxious to pull out the grill and enjoy some BBQ, but it’s also important to stay cool and hydrated during those fun events. Hydration is a key to both health and building curves because water helps transports nutrients to your cells.

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Southern Vegan Potato Salad (Mustard)

June 29, 2018 by Gina Marie 1 Comment

A southern classic made vegan! This vegan potato salad is a perfect addition to any barbecue outing. Made with baby red potatoes, vegan mayo, mustard and sweet pickle relish.

My grandmother Betty Joe “Honey” Hoskins made the BEST potato salad ever! It was one of my FAVORITE sides growing up and I looked forward to eating it at every holiday. This vegan potato salad was inspired my lovely late grandma and I know you will love it as much as I did and still do!

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Easy Vegan Baked Beans

June 23, 2018 by Gina Marie Leave a Comment

Yes vegan baked beans actually exist! These vegan baked beans are very simple to make; caramelized onions, molasses, brown sugar, and little bit of barbecue sauce makes these vegan baked a winner to serve at your next summer picnic or barbecue!

Baked beans are my favorite things to eat at a family barbecue. I am so excited to bring you a vegan version of a classic favorite; vegan baked beans.

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