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Grilled Tofu and Wild Rice Buddha Bowls with Mint Sauce

Fresh, vibrant, and un-boring vegan and gluten free Buddha Bowls are the perfect way to enjoy a meatless meal without sacrificing taste of enjoyment! Top these beautiful bowls with homemade mint sauce, for a bright, refreshing finish.  There's a shift that occurs in my taste buds every summer.  All of a sudden, I can't stand the heavy, hearty, starchy foods of winter and I crave crunchy, watery vegetables and fresh, vibrant flavors. Does that happen to you, ... Read More about Grilled Tofu and Wild Rice Buddha Bowls with Mint Sauce

Lemon Tarragon Turkey Sausage 

Lemon Tarragon Turkey Sausage is a quick, easy, and flavorful recipe that adds a burst of protein to your breakfast - or any meal! Make these ahead of time and store them in the fridge or freezer for quick, healthy breakfasts all week!  Although everyone loves dessert, the sad reality is that man cannot live on dessert alone. Trust me, I've tried.  If you follow me on Instagram, you know that planning healthy meals that my entire family will love, er, eat, is a constant ... Read More about Lemon Tarragon Turkey Sausage 

Why I Added the Jump To Recipe Button To My Blog

If you're a food blogger, you've heard a lot about the Jump To Recipe button. I've talked about it here before, and - let's face it - it's the topic of many heated debates among the blogging and SEO community, both online and offline.  Last month, at the Mediavine Conference, it came up in casual conversation more than once. I mean, yes, we're nerds, but it's also a really critical factor in how users engage with, and Google views, your food blog. I've expressed my doubt about the ... Read More about Why I Added the Jump To Recipe Button To My Blog

5-Ingredient S’Mores Bars (Gluten Free, Vegan, and Paleo)

Celebrate summer with these gluten free and paleo smores bars! They're so easy to make with a 3 ingredient crust, 2 ingredient filling and 1 ingredient topping, plus a few minutes in the oven.   This post and recipe have been updated. The original version of this recipe appeared on Aug 25, 2017. There are few things that are truly impossible to make a paleo version of, but graham crackers are one of them. See, the main ingredient in graham crackers is graham flour, which is a ... Read More about 5-Ingredient S’Mores Bars (Gluten Free, Vegan, and Paleo)

Grapefruit Mint Vodka Spritz

This post is sponsored by Prairie Organic Spirits, but all opinions are my own. 21+ Drink Responsibly. Grapefruit Mint Vodka Spritz is easy to make for yourself or for a crowd! It's the perfect drink for a party. Made with homemade honey-mint simple syrup, fresh grapefruit juice, and farm-crafted Prairie Organic Vodka - you'll be sipping this light and refreshing cocktail all summer long. When the seasons change, I can't resist the urge to reach for a fruity, fizzy, and refreshing ... Read More about Grapefruit Mint Vodka Spritz

Paleo and Gluten Free Deep Dish Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie

This recipe originally appeared as a guest post on The Gracious Pantry blog. My desert island food would definitely involve warm chocolate chip cookies, but sometimes I just don’t have the time to scoop and roll all of the batter into individual cookies. I know, I know, it sounds silly, but sometimes I have just minutes to make a full dinner, so rolling cookies seems like a luxury these days.  Instead, I save time and still satisfy my chocolate chip cookie cravings by cooking the ... Read More about Paleo and Gluten Free Deep Dish Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie

Classic Paleo & Gluten Free Waffles

This is one of the easiest and best gluten free waffle recipes you'll find, and they're grain free, too! Whip them up with just a bowl and whisk (or use your food processor!), and enjoy a perfectly crispy-on-the-outside-soft-and-pillowy-on-the-inside grain- and gluten-free free waffles! If you're a particularly eagle-eyed reader, you might have noticed the category on my (old) recipe page that said: "Waffles and pancakes - Coming soon!" After awhile, it became a source of ... Read More about Classic Paleo & Gluten Free Waffles

How To Optimize a Blog Post for Search Rankings (Part 2): 4 Simple Steps to Optimizing a Blog Post

This is part 2 of a 2-part series. Read Part 1 here! Now that you've identified a post to optimize, and a keyword to optimize for, it's time to start (re)writing! Step 1: Rewrite your text for the primary keyword, and relevant related keywords The most important part of optimizing an old post for SEO is to make sure you're offering the kind of useful information that Google wants to see.  The trend in blogging used to be that bloggers would share unrelated personal anecdotes, ... Read More about How To Optimize a Blog Post for Search Rankings (Part 2): 4 Simple Steps to Optimizing a Blog Post

How To Optimize a Blog Post for Search Rankings: Part 1 – Identifying Posts for Optimization

After I was interviewed on the Food Blogger Pro podcast, and published this article, I got dozens of questions asking how I went about optimizing a post. After all, it is one of the most important contributions to my organic traffic more than doubling in 2018 vs 2017.  I'm thrilled that so many of you are interested in using this technique to grow your rankings and your organic traffic, and I'm going to provide you a step-by-step guide that you can follow to optimize your ... Read More about How To Optimize a Blog Post for Search Rankings: Part 1 – Identifying Posts for Optimization

Paleo & Gluten Free Classic Banana Bread

A classic paleo and gluten free banana bread that is ultra-moist, rich, and sweet just like banana bread should be. This easy recipe is made from almond and coconut flour, for a healthy, grain free twist on the classic breakfast or snack. You can make it with chocolate chips or without - but who doesn't like a bit of chocolate in every bite! This is a recipe you'll make again and again! I don't think it is an overstatement to declare this the last banana bread recipe you'll ever need. A ... Read More about Paleo & Gluten Free Classic Banana Bread