• Raw Nutella Bars

    Raw Nutella Bars

    The commercials for Ferrero Rocher have always made me laugh. First of all, you have NO IDEA what the commercials are about in the beginning… Is it a car commercial? Alcohol? Perfume?! Nope. It’s a chocolate ball. Secondly, the actors talk about this ball of chocolate like it’s the crowning achievement of civilized humanity. Descriptors… Read more

  • Ham and Egg Breakfast Cups

    Ham and Egg Breakfast Cups

    Today I had another great training day with my husband. I designed a quick little workout that seemed mellow, but we will be reaping a whirlwind of soreness tomorrow. Yippee! Here’s the workout: Skill: Press Complex – 4 rounds 1 strict press – 3 push press – 5 jerk press Metabolic Training: 2 rounds 15 double unders… Read more

  • Flourless Cashew Muffins

    Flourless Cashew Muffins

    Hallelujah! Another grain-free and simple bread recipe. Okay you guys, this one is seriously awesome. It’s the most “like” wheat bread I’ve had since going paleo 4 years ago. It’s WAYYY better than the crappy “Paleo Bread” that’s now being sold in some markets. It’s great plain but you could also add all kinds of… Read more

  • Sweet Pecan Yams

    Sweet Pecan Yams

    Thanksgiving = Yams I’ve always thought it was a darn shame that my food culture has tended to avoid sweet potatoes and yams outside of the holiday season. As a kid, I NEVER saw a sweet potato on the dinner table or on a restaurant menu. Recently, it has been a great joy to witness… Read more

  • Chocolate Cherry Protein Smoothie

    Chocolate Cherry Protein Smoothie

    I had the pleasure of sharing some Clean Plate treats with the masses during a private event in Orange County. check out my cute little booth: I made some Chocolate Minty Bites, Chocolate “PB” Bites, Apple Pie Bites, and some Roasted Red Pepper Hummus. It was so fun sharing my recipes with others 🙂 I love… Read more

  • Chocolate-Coated Almond Butter Dates

    Chocolate-Coated Almond Butter Dates

    Fall is in full swing around here. I had a pretty gorgeous (albeit FREEZING) walk the other morning… I’m also still fully committed to my new workout/diet regimen. Here’s a little taste of my tuesday workout. My week looks something like this: 2-3 days of weight training 5-7 days of yoga (30 min – 60… Read more