Loosely translated, "galette" means "literally easier than pie" (ok VERY loosely translated), and that's just what this apple pastry is: a batch of pie crust is rolled out into a large disc, but instead of fussing with the pie plate, long cook time, and dreaded double crust, you simply turn out apple filling onto the crust, fold up the edges, and pop it in the oven. It impresses like pie with a fraction of the work! This fall, I found myself buried in apples. I’m talking up to my ... Read More about Paleo & Gluten Free Apple Galette
How to Freeze Potatoes – Plus, 5 Ways to Use Frozen Potatoes
Freezing potatoes in advance is an easy way to cut down on the holiday meal prep. When you’re ready to serve them, simply fry, boil, or microwave them until fork tender — without any need to thaw them. You’ll have mashed potatoes, french fries, or crispy roasted potatoes on the table in minutes. It snowed here, twice in the last 3 weeks, and I’m really not okay with it. Don’t get me wrong; I think snow is pretty, and my kid finds it delightful. But to have snow so early ... Read More about How to Freeze Potatoes – Plus, 5 Ways to Use Frozen Potatoes
Paleo & Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze
It's not fall without a perfect loaf of paleo & gluten free pumpkin bread! This naturally-sweetened version is ready in an hour or less! Fall is easily the most toddler-friendly time of year. No one can convince me otherwise. Or, maybe it's just the time of the year when I love having a toddler most. Summer's not bad, but apple picking? Pumpkin carving? Trick of treating? Tiny puffy vests? Forget it. Plus, I finally have a baking assistant and willing taste tester ... Read More about Paleo & Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread with Maple Glaze
Gluten Free Monster Cookies
These hearty, chewy, and fun gluten free oatmeal chocolate chip cookies contain festive sprinkles and are topped with candy eyes for a literal monster of a surprise! They're gluten free, dairy free, and nut free, which makes them a perfect Halloween treat to share with your child's classroom. On the heels of the last cookie post comes a Halloween-centric adaptation that has been about a year in the making. Let me back up. Last year, I was invited to my son’s school to help the ... Read More about Gluten Free Monster Cookies
What It’s Really Like to Work for a Remote Company
Whether you aspire to be a blogger, a freelancer, or an employee of a remote company, working from home can seem like the sweetest deal ever. No commuting, no rushing out the door every day, no boss looking over your shoulder, and you can work in your PJs. I work remotely, and can attest to the fact that, while all of these things are true, they're not the whole truth about what it's like to work remotely, which is to say at home, alone, all the time. Every time I post about my remote ... Read More about What It’s Really Like to Work for a Remote Company
Gluten Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Grab a glass of milk because the classic oatmeal cookie has gotten a makeover! This gluten free oatmeal cookie is simple to make, contains gluten free whole grain flour, and is naturally sweetened. Plus, it's full of chocolate. What's not to love? You can keep your fluffy, cakey pumpkin cookies because, if you ask me, no cookie says fall better than an oatmeal cookie. Especially if you add chocolate. Is that crazy? Is an oatmeal chocolate chip cookie a year-round delicacy? Yeah, ... Read More about Gluten Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Grain Free & Gluten Free Pie Crust
It's Pie Season! Do yourself a favor and bookmark this perfectly flaky grain- and gluten free pie crust recipe and you'll be set for the holidays and beyond! I'm hooked on the basics. That is to say, I've recently become (more) obsessed with perfecting gluten- and grain-free dessert staples so that you can always find what you need to make the end of your meal everything you wanted and more. One major blind spot on this site (and in my life) has always been pie. A long, ... Read More about Grain Free & Gluten Free Pie Crust
6 Ways That Your Day Job is Actually an Asset to Your Blog
I get so many questions about how to build a blog while holding a full time job. While it is certainly a difficult balance, there are a lot of benefits to having a full time job while growing your blog, and this post breaks it down! I get it about once a week: someone heard me on a podcast, or read one of my business posts, or saw me talk about my day job on Instagram and sends me a message that is some variation on either: "I am so frustrated. I feel like my day job ... Read More about 6 Ways That Your Day Job is Actually an Asset to Your Blog
How to Freeze Broccoli: A Step-By-Step Guide to Preserving Your Extra Veggies
One of the easiest ways to save money and reduce food waste is to turn to your freezer! If you're followed me for awhile, you know that I freeze nearly everything, so "making" my own frozen vegetables should be no surprise. This post will teach you how to freeze broccoli, with just a few brief steps! The busier life gets, the easier it is to let healthy eating slip. I get it — trust me, I get it. It’s such a slippery of a slope, which I've fallen down more than I'd like to admit ... Read More about How to Freeze Broccoli: A Step-By-Step Guide to Preserving Your Extra Veggies
Grilled Strip Steak with Pineapple Jalapeno Salsa (Whole30)
Summer may be winding down, but it's never too late for another satisfying grilling recipe! This no-fuss steak recipe makes a perfect weeknight dinner, and the jalapeno salsa comes together while the steak is off the grill and resting. Don't have a grill? No problem because the recipe includes stovetop and oven cooking instructions, too! And suddenly, it's September. I can’t say that I’m terribly sad to wave goodbye to summer. And before you all go throwing rocks at me, allow me the ... Read More about Grilled Strip Steak with Pineapple Jalapeno Salsa (Whole30)