This celery soup is, light flavourful and perfect for a warm day. Whats even better, it’s good for your gut! The digestive benefits of celery are partly due to its diuretic effects — and also because it boosts circulation within the intestines, therefore helping improve digestion and relieving bloating and puffiness from water retention. It can provide polyphenols (can boost digestive and help protect again disease) and fiber and that may have prebiotic like effects, supporting the growth of good bacteria in our gut.

PSL - Dandy Blend Edition

Where are my basic girls at?! Are you having pumpkin everything? If you haven’t had pumpkin anything yet…. try this cozy dairy free drink! (if you don’t like dandy blend or don’t have it on hand I have a substitute!) It not only is delicious, it is also great for your gut! Cheers to a good gut!

Parsnip Fries with Lemon Cashew Cream Sauce

Fries before guys? Am I right? ;)

Having a wide variety of veggies in our diet is important for a healthy microbiome. But I get it - sometimes plain veggies can be boring….that’s why I like to spice it up + make food fun! Like turning veggies into fries. These make a great snack or side for your dinner. Now it’s time to get cookin.'

Vegan Spinach + Artichoke Dip

The perfect dairy free dip to serve/bring to your next party!

Festive Pomegranate Guacamole

Need something to bring to your Christmas potluck or party this season? This is the thang for you! It’s so pretty and the pomegranate gives it a nice crunch + juicy flavour.

Gut Healing Khichri

Khichri originates from the Indian subcontinent and is made from rice and lentils. It is gentle enough for babies to eat and many seniors love it because it is easy to digest. It contains many spices that support digestion, inflammation and healthy gut!

Dandy Blend "Latte" (sans coffee)

BUILD A FOUNDATION FOR LONG TERM HEALTH. Optimal digestion is a KEY step in building a solid foundation for optimal health. One of the great things about smoothies & drinks is that the blender does some of the hard work for you in breaking down the food putting less stress on the digestive system.

Turmeric Latte

Turmeric milk aka golden milk is an Indian drink that is becoming super popular! It is known for its many health benefits including anti- inflammatory benefits & immunity.

5 DAY CHALLENGE

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3 Ingredient Crispy Potato Wedges (gluten free)

Are you a french fry snob like me? Fries are one of my favourites… but they better be greasy, salty and flavourful or else i’m out! And as part of the french fry family… it’s so hard to find a delicious crispy potato wedge that is gluten free! I’ve been living my potato wedge dream :) I can’t stop making these! So glad she shared the secret to the perfect crispy potato wedge.

Hot and Dandy

I’m not a coffee drinker for religious reasons, but I do love the flavour so I’m always on the search of something close :) Especially when it’s -35 degrees outside (like today) and I am dying for a hot drink!

Vegan Nacho Cheese with a Kick

For my vegan pals… or my nacho lovers this is the perfect addition to your Super Bowl snacks. At a farmers market last summer my husband and I tried this AMAZING vegan nacho cheese and they said it was potatoes (of all things) that made it so yummy - so here is our version!

6 Ways you are Sabotaging your Healthy Smoothie

Are you always on the go and need a quick smoothie to tide you over?

It’s important to watch what and how much you are adding to your smoothie as the sugar and calories can add up real quick. This is especially the case when you purchase one from a smoothie bar. They obviously want them to be delicious so they add a lot of ‘extras’ we can do without. Just like any meal, it’s important to have a good ratio of carbs, fats & protein to keep a balanced blood sugar and keep you full longer.

The BEST Gluten Free Gingersnaps

Find the best gluten-free ginger snap cookie recipe below. In the additional notes, I share swaps you can make to make them dairy and egg free if you can’t tolerate these foods right now. If that’s the case, remember your food sensitivities aren’t a LIFE SENTENCE!

Arugula Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette

My mother in law came to visit last week and made her new favorite salad for us - and no joke its the best! The perfect amount of zest and I love that it’s so simple. I added the pine nuts and hemp hearts and think they are a great addition. This salad has been on repeat this week and will continue to be :)

Roasted Cauliflower with Pine Nuts & Garlic Cream Sauce

I’ve never tried roasted cauliflower that I didn’t like…but this is a new fav! The flavours go SO well together. It makes the perfect side dish or appetizer!

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Butternut Squash, Kale & Toasted Pine Nut Tacos

I’m in love with all things butternut squash right now! And these tacos were good enough to convince me to be vegan….! (lol I would never actually turn vegan but I was reminded how good vegan food can be!) I smothered my tacos in cashew crema….and you will want to too!

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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

This is a favorite for a cold day or when you need a little comfort! It is also the perfect meal while on an elimination diet… it’s always nice to find a new good recipe to give you some variety on your elimination diet!