tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39555916182754984922024-12-21T09:24:10.905-07:00Heidihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06576018665955573079noreply@blogger.comBlogger296125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-5560797290272422282016-03-25T09:41:00.000-06:002016-03-25T09:41:03.413-06:00Store bought deodorants are full of harmful chemicals that you shouldn't be putting on your body. I swear that I used to stink &amp; sweat MORE when I was using store bought deodorants. This homemade version is amazing! My whole family uses it. You can buy empty deodorant containers from Amazon. This batch makes about 6 deodorants.<div> <br /></div> <div> Ingredients:</div> <div> 1 c. coconut oil, melted</div> <div> 3/4 c. aluminum free baking soda</div> <div> 1/2 c. food grade diotemaceous earth</div> <div> 1 c. cornstarch</div> <div> 15 drops on guard oil</div> <div> 15 drops purify oil</div> <div> 15 drops melaleuca oil</div> <div> 15 drops lavender oil</div> <div> 15 drops lemon oil</div> <div> <br /></div> <div> Whisk together coconut oil, baking soda, DE, &amp; cornstarch. Once it's combined, add your essential oils. Pour into empty deodorant containers and place in the refrigerator until set.</div> jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-86713429686834077172016-03-25T09:18:00.001-06:002016-03-25T09:18:55.022-06:00This is VERY thick and hydrating. I recommend using shampoo to get your hair clean, then use this conditioner &amp; let it soak in for a few minutes, then shampoo again or your hair will be oily from the coconut oil.<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 1 c. coconut oil, melted<br /> 1 t. vitamin E oil<br /> 1 t. sweet almond oil<br /> 10 drops lavender essential oiljesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-14223148056645920462016-03-22T11:52:00.003-06:002016-03-25T09:18:47.069-06:00I put this in a foaming soap dispenser bottle. Works so much better than store-bought shampoo and it doesn't have any chemicals! I use Dr. Bronner's Orange soap.<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 1/4 c. filtered water<br /> 1/4 c. coconut milk<br /> 1/2 c. Dr. Bronner's Liquid Castile Soap<br /> 20 drops essential oils (I like orange, but you could also use peppermint or lavender)<br /> 1/2 t. sweet almond oil<br /> <br />jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-70605949976839133102015-10-22T10:09:00.001-06:002015-10-22T10:09:30.457-06:00This is for you Melanie! It's is easily one of my family's all time favorite soup recipes. Perfect for a cool fall evening!<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 2 T. avocado oil<br /> 1 onion, chopped<br /> 4-5 carrots, peeled &amp; chopped<br /> 1 bell pepper, chopped<br /> 5 cloves garlic<br /> 1 t. oregano<br /> Salt &amp; Pepper to taste<br /> 8 c. broth of choice (I use low sodium veggie)<br /> 28 oz. diced tomatoes <br /> 1 c. ditalini pasta (I sometimes use whole wheat macaroni)<br /> 1 can white beans, drained &amp; rinsed <br /> 2 zucchini, diced small<br /> 1 head kale or chard, destemmed &amp; chopped<br /> 1/4 c. fresh basil or 2 T. pesto<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. Saute onion, carrot, bell pepper in avocado oil until onion is translucent (about 5 min).<br /> 2. Add garlic, oregano, salt &amp; pepper and cook 1 min more.<br /> 3. Add broth &amp; tomatoes and bring to a boil.<br /> 4. Add pasta &amp; beans. Cook until pasta is almost done (time varies depending on the pasta you use).<br /> 5. Stir in zucchini &amp; kale. Cook a couple minutes more, until veggies are tender.<br /> 6. Turn off the heat and add the basil or pesto. Serve with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br />jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-41867399353122779422014-07-29T16:30:00.003-06:002014-07-29T16:30:45.325-06:00I love this stuff! It's way cheaper than the kind you would buy, plus it's all natural ingredients. And the best part is it doesn't dry out my skin. It makes about 20 oz.<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br />1 T. steel cut oats<br /> 1 c. filtered water<br /> 2 T. sweet almond oil<br /> 1 T. raw honey<br /> 1 t. citric acid<br /> 1 t. guar gum<br /> 1 1/2 c. Dr. Bronner's liquid castile soap<br /> 10-20 drops essential oil of choice (I used wild orange oil)<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. Boil the water and infuse it with the oats for about an hour.<br /> 2. In a bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, citric acid &amp; infused water.<br /> 3. Add the guar gum and whisk and then immediately (so you don't get clumps) add the soap.<br /> 4. Stir in the essential oil and store in a bottle. (I used an empty kombucha bottle).jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-30312535360749084042014-05-12T21:23:00.002-06:002014-05-12T21:23:39.805-06:00Ingredients:<span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">&nbsp;</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">3 c rolled oats</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">1/4 c ground flaxseed</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">1/4 c brown sugar</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">1/2 t salt</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">4 t baking powder</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">2 t cinnamon</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">1 t vanilla</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">2 c coconut milk</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">4 eggs</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">3 bananas</span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">3 c frozen mixed berries</span></span><br /> <br /> <span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0]"><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][0].[0]">Top with coconut &amp; bake at 350 for 45-50 min.</span></span><span data-reactid=".r[p].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[1].[0].{614793506509568014}[0].[1].[2][2]"></span>jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-80721674574800239512014-05-12T21:18:00.001-06:002014-05-12T21:18:41.523-06:00Ingredients:<br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">14 oz spaghetti&nbsp;</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">4 1/2 c veggie broth&nbsp;</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 onion, diced&nbsp;</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 bell pepper, diced</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">4 cloves garlic, minced</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 can diced tomatoes&nbsp;</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 t oregano&nbsp;</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 t basil&nbsp;</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">2 T evoo&nbsp;</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[h].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 min, stirring every few minutes. Top with parmesan cheese and fresh basil (if you have it).</span></span></span>jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-24787999006830780872014-05-01T09:21:00.000-06:002014-05-01T09:21:38.629-06:00Whenever I feel a tickle in my throat, I start taking these cold bombs 2-3 times a day. It usually beats the cold before it settles. I use doTerra oils for this.<br /> <br /> In an empty capsule:<br /> 5 drops Oregano<br /> 5 drops On Guard<br /> 5 drops Melaleuca<br /> 2 drops Peppermint<br /> 4 drops Lemon<br /> <br /> Warning, you may feel like a fire-breathing dragon after taking this! My husband says it's like Christmas in his tummy.jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-43642313159814228692014-04-30T22:00:00.001-06:002014-04-30T22:00:28.562-06:00This is a great immunity booster when you're feeling under the weather. I always juice a lot when my kids are sick. I made this in my juicer, not blender.<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 2 apples<br /> 2 oranges<br /> 2 limes<br /> 4 carrots<br /> 1 sweet potato<br /> <br /> <br />jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-91577306388777012972014-04-30T21:57:00.002-06:002014-04-30T21:57:40.887-06:00This tastes better than an Orange Julius!&nbsp; <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 1 scoop protein powder<br /> 2 bananas<br /> 2 c. frozen pineapple<br /> 3 c. OJjesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-40306301787250004742014-04-30T21:55:00.001-06:002014-04-30T21:55:34.488-06:00This is my version of Cafe Fresh's King of Greens. I think it comes pretty close.<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 1 scoop protein powder (I prefer egg white protein)<br /> 1 t. wheatgrass powder<br /> 1 t. coconut oil <br /> 1 handful spinach<br /> 1 handful kale<br /> 1 1/2&nbsp; bananas<br /> 1 c. frozen mango<br /> 1 c. frozen pineapple<br /> 2 drops lemon essential oil<br /> 2 drops lime essential oil<br /> 4 c. water kefir (or coconut water)<br /> <br /> Blend until smooth, then stir in 2 T. chia seeds.<br /> <br />jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-29947619366697078722014-04-30T12:10:00.001-06:002014-04-30T12:10:28.496-06:00We love eggs at our house and we consume a crazy amount. This is an egg scramble I threw together from whatever was in my fridge. Fast &amp; yummy for breakfast or lunch! <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 1 t. EVOO <br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1/4 onion</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1/2 bell pepper</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1/2 small zucchini</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1/2 t. oregano</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1/2 t. parsley</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1/2 t. basil</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1/4 t. red pepper flakes</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 clove garlic</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 egg &amp; 2 egg whites</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 handful spinach</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 handful cherry tomatoes</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">1 T. feta cheese </span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]"><br /></span></span></span> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">Directions:</span></span></span><br /> <span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1]"><span data-reactid=".r[5].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[1].[0].[0].[0].[0].[1].[2][1].[0]">Sauté onion, pepper, zucchini, garlic &amp; spices together in oil. Add eggs and cook through. Toss in spinach &amp; tomatoes at the very end and top with feta cheese.</span></span></span>jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-6592440724900904172014-04-30T12:06:00.001-06:002014-04-30T12:07:27.999-06:00If you like Lara Bars, you'll love these. Little date and nut balls with bits of chocolate. SO good!<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 12 medjool dates (pitted)<br /> 1/2 c. almonds<br /> 1/2 c. walnuts<br /> 1/2 c. rolled oats<br /> 1 t. vanilla<br /> 1 t. cinnamon<br /> 1/4 c. coconut flakes<br /> 1/4 c. dried cranberries<br /> 1/4 c. mini chocolate chips<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. In a food processor, chop the dates for 30-60 seconds until a thick paste forms.<br /> 2. Add almonds, walnuts, oats, vanilla &amp; cinnamon. Process another minute.<br /> 3. Stir in remaining ingredients and roll into balls. Refrigerate or freeze.jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-60237845019541206132013-12-21T13:27:00.001-07:002013-12-21T13:33:10.966-07:00Mix together:<br /> 1 c. epsom salt<br /> 1 c. baking soda<br /> 5 drops ginger oil<br /> 10 drops lavender oil<br /> 10 drops melaleuca oil<br /> 10 drops eucalyptus oil<br /> <br /> Soak in a hot tub for 20-40 minutes. This helps draw out toxins from your body when you are sick. It's great for clearing up congestion before bed too!jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-40058858823127880132013-12-21T11:33:00.000-07:002013-12-21T11:33:00.879-07:00Ingredients:<br /> 2 1/2 c. steel cut oats<br /> 7 c. water<br /> 3 c. coconut milk<br /> 1/4 c. brown sugar<br /> 1 t. cinnamon<br /> 2 T. coconut oil<br /> 1/4 t. salt<br /> 2 t. vanilla<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. Combine everything except the vanilla in a large crock pot. (I recommend using a crock pot liner for easy clean up)<br /> 2. Cook on low for 8 hours. Stir in vanilla after cooking. Serve with dried fruit &amp; coconut. (Chopped dates are delish with this!)jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-89007034605952888452013-12-21T11:29:00.003-07:002013-12-21T11:30:23.301-07:00Ingredients:<br /> 3 c. rolled oats<br /> 1/4 c. ground flax seed<br /> 2 c. coconut milk<br /> 4 eggs<br /> 1/4 c. brown sugar<br /> 4 t. baking powder<br /> 2 t. cinnamon<br /> 1 t. vanilla<br /> 1/2 t. salt<br /> 3 bananas, sliced<br /> 3 c. frozen mixed berries<br /> Shredded coconut<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees<br /> 2. In a large bowl, combine oats, flax seed, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon &amp; salt.<br /> 3. In a small bowl combine milk, eggs &amp; vanilla.<br /> 4. Combine wet &amp; dry ingredients. Add fruit, and stir. Pour in a greased 9x13 pan and sprinkle coconut on top. Bake for 45 min.jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-24158599889075188372013-12-21T11:23:00.003-07:002013-12-21T11:24:32.165-07:00Soup Ingredients:<br /> 8 c. chicken broth<br /> 1 can diced tomatoes<br /> 1 onion, chopped<br /> 1 bell pepper, chopped<br /> 4 cloves garlic, crushed<br /> 1 t. cumin<br /> 1 t. chili powder<br /> 1/2 t. kosher salt<br /> Black pepper<br /> 2 cans black beans, rinsed &amp; drained<br /> 1 recipe grilled chicken<br /> 5 green onions, chopped<br /> 1/4 c. fresh cilantro<br /> <br /> Chicken Ingredients:<br /> 4 chicken breasts<br /> 2 T. lime juice<br /> 2 T. red wine vinegar<br /> 1/4 c. canola oil<br /> 3 cloves garlic, crushed<br /> 1/2 t. cumin<br /> 1 t. chili powder<br /> 1/2 t. kosher salt<br /> 1/2 t. black pepper<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. Combine broth, tomato, onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt &amp; pepper in a crock pot.<br /> 2. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.<br /> 3. Marinade the chicken, and grill just before serving.<br /> 4. Add the beans and hour before serving.<br /> 5. Chop the grilled chicken, and add it to the soup with the green onions &amp; cilantro.<br /> <br /> Serve with shredded cheese, sliced avocado, lime wedges, and tortilla chips.jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-76801033256684236162013-07-16T13:51:00.001-06:002013-07-16T13:51:25.507-06:00Ingredients:<br /> 1 1/2 c. raw almonds, soaked overnight<br /> 6 c. water<br /> 2-4 dates (depends on desired sweetness)<br /> 1 t. vanilla extract<br /> 1 T. coconut oil<br /> Pinch of sea salt<br /> Pinch of cinnamon<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. Rinse &amp; drain the soaked almonds (allow to soak for at least 8 hrs).<br /> 2. Combine all ingredients in a high power blender (I use a VitaMix) and blend on HIGH for 1 min.<br /> 3. Place a fine mesh sieve over a large bowl. Then place a few layers of cheesecloth, or a nut milk bag (yes, this is a real thing, and I LOVE mine!!!) in the sieve.<br /> 4. Pour 1/4-1/3 of the almond milk in the cheesecloth and gently squeeze out the milk.<br /> <br /> **This makes almost 2 quarts of almond milk. If your blender is small, I recommend halving the recipe.**<br /> <br /> Keeps in the fridge for 3-5 days. The milk will separate, so give it a good shake before drinking.<br /> <br /> You can use the ground almonds to make your own almond meal. Just spread it out on a parchment lined cookie sheet &amp; bake @ 300 degrees for 1-2 hrs. Then grind in a food processor &amp; store in a mason jar.jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-60835060724842579382013-07-02T14:44:00.000-06:002013-07-02T14:44:02.465-06:00My favorite of my homemade essential oil sprays has to be the hand sanitizer. I love the smell. I love the fact that it doesn't contain alcohol, so it doesn't burn your hands if you have any cuts. And it doesn't dry out your skin either.<br /> <br /> ***For all of the recipes below, I use a small (2.5 oz.) spray bottle. You can order a bag of 12 <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000NJHNLW/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1">here</a>.<br /> <br /> <u>Hand Sanitizer</u><br /> 10 drops doTerra On Guard essential oil<br /> 10 drops lemon essential oil<br /> 10 drops lime essential oil<br /> 1 T. sweet almond oil<br /> 2 oz. filtered water<br /> <br /> <br /> This bug repellent is safe to use on even the tiniest babies since it's free of DEET. A must have during the summer months!<br /> <br /> <u>Bug Repellant</u><br /> 5 drops citronella essential oil<br /> 5 drops lemongrass essential oil<br /> 5 drops lemon essential oil<br /> 5 drops eucalyptus essential oil<br /> 5 drops lavender essential oil<br /> 5 drops orange essential oil<br /> 10 drops doTerra Terra Shield essential oil<br /> 2 oz. witch hazel<br /> <br /> <br /> If for some chance you forgot to use your bug repellent, then this anti-itch spray is wonderful for bug bites!<br /> <br /> <u>Bug Bite/Anti-Itch</u><br /> 10 drops lavender essential oil<br /> 10 drops chamomile essential oil<br /> 10 drops lemongrass essential oil<br /> 10 drops peppermint essential oil<br /> 2 oz. sweet almond oil<br /> <br /> <br /> And last of all, the boo boo spray. It's great for when your kids fall and get scraped up. You can reapply every hour, and it will disinfect (so no need for antibiotic ointments) and help the wound heal faster.<br /> <br /> <u>Boo Boo Spray</u><br /> 10 drops lavender essential oil<br /> 10 drops melaleuca (tea tree) essential oil<br /> 5 drops lemon essential oil<br /> 2 oz. filtered waterjesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-38748741977265306862013-07-02T14:33:00.002-06:002013-07-02T14:44:11.715-06:00I love this diaper cream! I think it works better than the store brands, and it has a much smoother/creamier application. And as a bonus, you aren't putting any harmful chemicals (like petroleum) on your little one's bottom. It's a lot like the homemade sunscreen, but with a couple added ingredients.<br /> <br /> <u>Ingredients</u><br /> 1/2 c. sweet almond oi<br /> 1/4 c. coconut oil<br /> 1/4 c. beeswax pastillies<br /> 1 T. shea butter<br /> 5 drops chamomile essential oil<br /> 10 drops lavender essential oil<br /> 2 T. arrowroot<br /> 2 T. zinc oxide<br /> <br /> <u>Directions</u><br /> 1. In a quart size Mason jar, combine the almond oil, coconut oil, beeswax &amp; shea butter.<br /> 2. Make a double boiler by boiling a few inches of water in a medium pot. Place the mason jar in the water and melt the ingredients together over medium heat, stirring occasionally.<br /> 3. Once everything is melted, remove the jar and add your essential oils, arrowroot, &amp; zinc oxide. Stir until incorporated.<br /> 4. Pour immediately into the glass jar you will store the diaper cream in.&nbsp; <br /> <br /> **Wipe out the mason jar with a paper towel &amp; wash in hot water immediately**jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-65164103641324136712013-07-02T14:27:00.001-06:002013-07-02T14:44:19.604-06:00Did you know that most sunscreens you buy from the store do more harm than good? While it's true that they may protect your skin from harmful UV rays that cause skin cancer, the chemicals in sunscreen can actually cause other forms of cancer (like breast cancer). Your skin absorbs these harmful chemicals, which causes cellular mutations and hormonal changes. Awesome, huh? Yeah...that's what I thought. How great that I've been spraying my kids down with liquid cancer!<br /> <br /> So on my quest to become healthier, I've been ditching chemicals in my life. I've already gotten rid of 95% of household cleaners, insect repellent, hand sanitizer, anti-itch cream/sprays for bug bites, and diaper ointment. Don't worry, I'll include the recipes for those gems too!<br /> <br /> When you make your own toiletries, it's important to buy organic ingredients. After all, we're trying to get rid of all harmful chemicals. You can find most of these ingredients at your local health food store. I recommend this <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003IGOL8U/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1">zinc oxide</a> from Amazon. Just be careful not to inhale it when you mix it in. A little of this sunscreen goes a long way, so don't use too much or you'll have white streaks. <br /> <br /> <u>Ingredients </u><br /> 1/2 c. sweet almond oil<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Oil-Organic-Sweet-Almond-Ounces/dp/B000F6UJ32/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1372128036&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=organic+sweet+almond+oil"><br /></a><br /> 1/4 c. coconut oil <br /> 1/4 c. beeswax pastillies<br /> 1 T. shea butter<br /> 30 drops essential oil (I did a lemon, orange, grapefruit combo)<br /> 2 T. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003IGOL8U/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1">zinc oxide</a><br /> <br /> <u>Directions</u><br /> 1. In a quart size Mason jar, combine the almond oil, coconut oil, beeswax &amp; shea butter.<br /> 2. Make a double boiler by boiling a few inches of water in a medium pot. Place the mason jar in the water and melt the ingredients together over medium heat, stirring occasionally.<br /> 3. Once everything is melted, remove the jar and add your essential oils &amp; zinc oxide. Stir until incorporated.<br /> 4. Pour immediately into the glass jar you will store the sunscreen in.&nbsp; <br /> <br /> **Wipe out the mason jar with a paper towel &amp; wash in hot water immediately**jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-12842747019312423652013-05-23T14:31:00.003-06:002013-07-20T11:20:01.998-06:00Thanks to my friend Jen for bringing these cookies over, and for sharing the recipe. I've made them three times in the past two weeks! They are now my new favorite cookie. And they literally only take two minutes to whip up!<br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 1 c. fresh ground nut butter (I like half pb and half almond butter)<br /> 1/4 c. sugar<br /> 1/2 t. salt<br /> 1/2 t. vanilla<br /> 1/2 t. baking soda<br /> 2 T. ground flaxseed<br /> 1 egg<br /> Chocolate chips<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.<br /> 2. Mix together the first six ingredients. Add chocolate chips.<br /> 3. Roll a spoonful of dough in your hands and flatten slightly. <br /> 4. Bake for 12 minutes on a parchment lined cookie sheet.<br /> <br /> **These are really soft when you pull them out of the oven, so let them cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes** jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-64339039862830985642013-05-05T12:42:00.000-06:002013-05-05T12:42:15.472-06:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR70GZIRJzxK8iiEXukppHykKEzy-YO1KuzbSm_CadeU6EkUcEtTfyVL6RxYM4StgOIcZI629xRL4ooI2tf2QYfsYahk0jblSBdNDKvaNkjtN4qqhwRuZ87YWzQvOuePvLyLHmDAYMgLbp/s1600/seven-layer-dip.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR70GZIRJzxK8iiEXukppHykKEzy-YO1KuzbSm_CadeU6EkUcEtTfyVL6RxYM4StgOIcZI629xRL4ooI2tf2QYfsYahk0jblSBdNDKvaNkjtN4qqhwRuZ87YWzQvOuePvLyLHmDAYMgLbp/s320/seven-layer-dip.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> &nbsp;I love Mexican food &amp; I love 7-layer dip, but I don't love all the fat &amp; calories. Yesterday, I was mixing up a batch of my <a href="http://www.myinnerchef.com/search?q=vegan+black+bean">Vegan Black Bean Burgers</a> and started eating it raw with chips. Then I had the great idea to make a dip out of it. Genius! I guarantee that this is the healthiest and yummiest 7-layer dip you will ever try! Happy Cinco de Mayo!!!<br /> <br /> Layer 1: <a href="http://www.myinnerchef.com/search?q=vegan+black+bean">Vegan Black Bean Burger Recipe</a><br /> Layer 2: <a href="http://www.myinnerchef.com/2012/03/light-guacamole.html">Light Guacamole</a><br /> Layer 3: 2 cups plain Greek Yogurt mixed with 1 T. chili powder, 1/2 t. garlic powder, 1/2 t. onion powder, 1/4 t. oregano, 1/2 t. paprika, 1 1/2 t. cumin, 1 t. salt, 1/2 t. black pepper<br /> Layer 4: Shredded Cheddar Cheese<br /> Layer 5: 3 Roma Tomatoes, diced<br /> Layer 6: 3 Green Onions, sliced<br /> Layer 7: Sliced Black Olivesjesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-81318564913870671252013-05-04T10:36:00.000-06:002013-05-04T10:36:38.423-06:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjboQ0rD40VNQejv4Uz0z9MmPpLR2vUAizEEkmA3UKjsOBr0OqEU1a5maCdvB-S8OxshSBuhlS4YtQYRis8LP9_zzmOkfoxcEYk3cq8vwTKQul_-iD9hW2vATis9KATzraKAlTdtJoz4IC/s1600/exps41073_HC1442841D55C.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjboQ0rD40VNQejv4Uz0z9MmPpLR2vUAizEEkmA3UKjsOBr0OqEU1a5maCdvB-S8OxshSBuhlS4YtQYRis8LP9_zzmOkfoxcEYk3cq8vwTKQul_-iD9hW2vATis9KATzraKAlTdtJoz4IC/s1600/exps41073_HC1442841D55C.jpg" /></a></div> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> 1 T. canola oil<br /> 1 red bell pepper, diced<br /> 1 small sweet potato, cooked &amp; cubed<br /> 1 red onion, diced <br /> 1 small pkg. frozen chopped spinach, cooked &amp; drained (squeeze all liquid out)<br /> 1 c. frozen corn<br /> 2 cans black beans, rinsed &amp; drained<br /> 1/4 c. fresh cilantro, chopped<br /> 1 bunch green onions, diced <br /> 8-10 tortillas (flour or corn)<br /> 2 c. shredded cheddar cheese<br /> Enchilada Sauce (recipe below)<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. <br /> 2. In a large pot, saute bell pepper &amp; onion in oil until tender.<br /> 3. Add sweet potato, spinach, corn &amp; black beans. Cook until everything is warmed through.<br /> 4. Stir in half the enchilada sauce, cilantro &amp; green onions. <br /> 5. Spray a 9x13 casserole pan with cooking spray &amp; assemble enchiladas and place in the dish.<br /> 6. Top with remaining sauce and top with cheese.<br /> 7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 10 minutes more.<br /> <br /> Sauce:<br /> 1 T. canola oil<br /> 1 onion, diced<br /> 3 cloves garlic, minced<br /> 3 T. chili powder<br /> 2 t. coriander<br /> 2 t. cumin<br /> 2 T. sugar<br /> 2 cans (8 oz) tomato sauce<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. In a sauce pan, saute the onion in oil until tender.<br /> 2. Add garlic, and spices and cook for 30 seconds more.<br /> 3. Add sugar &amp; tomato sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.<br /> <br />jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3955591618275498492.post-63621106588877988532013-05-04T10:22:00.002-06:002013-05-04T10:22:44.040-06:00Ingredients:<br /> 3 carrots, peeled<br /> 1 zucchini<br /> 1 red bell pepper<br /> 1/2 yellow onion<br /> 2 cloves garlic, minced<br /> 2 T. EVOO<br /> 1 T. Italian Seasoning<br /> Salt &amp; Pepper<br /> 1 lb. whole-grain spaghetti<br /> 30 cherry tomatoes, halved <br /> 1/2 c. parmesan<br /> <br /> Directions:<br /> 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.<br /> 2. Wash &amp; julienne carrots, zucchini, bell pepper &amp; onion. Toss with garlic, evoo, Italian seasoning, salt &amp; pepper.<br /> 3. Bake for 10-15 minutes until tender but still al dente.<br /> 4. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package directions.<br /> 5. Reserve 1/2 c. of cooking liquid from pasta.<br /> 6. Drain pasta, toss in cooked veggies, tomatoes, parmesan, &amp; pasta water.<br /> <br />jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10785466105227233117noreply@blogger.com1