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The Great Colombian Adventure (Recap)

This summer afforded an epic opportunity to spend a week in the coffee region of Colombia thanks to the world’s best plantain chip brand, Artisan Tropic. Read on for a recap of this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!

The Great Colombian Adventure (Recap)
Health
Ashley Castle
Jude's Birth Story Part 2: Preterm birth in a ...

Birth stories are so complex, permeating, nuanced. Jude’s surprise arrival in every possible way at the onset of a global pandemic has been the most nuanced experience of all.

Jude's Birth Story Part 2: Preterm birth in a Global Pandemic
Health
Ashley Castle
Jude's Birth Story Part 1: An Unexpected ...

Pregnancy stories can be overwhelmingly joyous and simultaneously just overwhelming. This is my experience with a surprise pregnancy and the complexity of emotions that can be felt throughout.

Jude's Birth Story Part 1: An Unexpected Pregnancy
Recipes
Ashley Castle
Peach Pie Bars

There’s nothing quite like a slice of fresh peach pie: except for these peach pie BARS! All the flavors, super easy to make, with a dense, chewy snickerdoodle-like crust instead of the standard pie crust. These beauties really shine with fresh summery peaches, but can definitely be made with any fruit. Top with coconut whipped cream and prepare to be in dessert heaven!

Peach Pie Bars
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Ashley Castle
Paleo Sugar Cookies (3 Ways)

One dough to rule them all, many shapes to make them, one dough to please them all and in the oven bake them. This dough is truly the golden child of the dough world. One dough, many options for pure cookie bliss, and as always, they’re gluten and dairy-free to boot.

Paleo Sugar Cookies (3 Ways)

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Jude's Birth Story Part 1: An Unexpected Pregnancy

Jude's Birth Story Part 1: An Unexpected Pregnancy

Pregnancy stories can be overwhelmingly joyous and simultaneously just overwhelming. This is my experience with a surprise pregnancy and the complexity of emotions that can be felt throughout.

Dairy-Free Coconut Sunflower Seed Butter Ice Cream

Dairy-Free Coconut Sunflower Seed Butter Ice Cream

We all scream for it: it’s ICE CREAM!!! If you’re like me, I’m all about ice cream year-round, not just during the hot summer months. But there is something extra delightful about that cool, creamy contrast on a hot, steamy day. Just a few simple ingredients and you’re well on your way to the perfect sweet treat!

Crispy Sardine Cakes with Creamy Dipping Sauce

Crispy Sardine Cakes with Creamy Dipping Sauce

Back at it with another great recipe for team sardines! These little cakes are perfectly crispy on the outside and packed full of amazing flavor. Pair it with the creamy dipping sauce for the perfect flavor explosion!

Carrot Pistachio Muffins with Maple "Cream Cheese" Frosting (GF, DF, Paleo)

Carrot Pistachio Muffins with Maple "Cream Cheese" Frosting (GF, DF, Paleo)

These muffins hit on all the best flavor/texture points: slightly sweet, salty, with a little crunch and the perfect tang from the most amazing cream cheese "frosting." You're going to want to whip up a batch immediately. It's a total taste bud symphony! And as always, they're gluten, grain, and dairy free to boot!

Flavored Cutout Sugar Cookies

Flavored Cutout Sugar Cookies

This family favorite has been a fun-filled Christmas tradition since I was a kid. These delectable, whimsical flavored sugar cookies are perfect plain, but hold up to any manner of frosting and decor. Bake up a batch (or three) and have some holiday fun with the family! 

My Food Journey Part 1: The Early Years

My Food Journey Part 1: The Early Years

We all have stories and personal journeys surrounding our health and the foods we eat. I'm sharing mine in the hope that it will encourage and motivate you in your own journey. 

Anti-inflammatory Creamy Pumpkin Chicken Chowder

Anti-inflammatory Creamy Pumpkin Chicken Chowder

Soup's on! Let this creamy, dreamy soup warm you from the inside out with a host of nutrients and the best flavors of fall. Easy to throw together, super customizable, and makes for the best leftovers. It's SOUPER!!! 

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