Appetizer — Cooking God's Way

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Healthy Peanut-Butter Balls (Buckeyes) *

June 21, 2011 By Shannon 1 Comment

These peanut-butter balls are indeed a healthy treat, especially for those avoiding or limiting their sugar intake. They are very filling due to the high-fiber content of the coconut flour. When coated in chocolate they are even more scrumptious and harder to resist. 2/3 cup homemade or natural peanut butter, smooth … [Read more...]

Filed Under: *S & G Free*, Appetizer, Appetizers/Snacks (Sweet), Cookies, Fudge, Brownies, Desserts, Desserts* Tagged With: Buckeyes, Chocolate, Dessert, Healthy, Peanut Butter, Sugar-Free & Grain-Free, Treat

Berry-Vanilla Creamy Yogurt Pops *

June 9, 2011 By Shannon 3 Comments

These creamy yogurt pops are a treat, especially on those hot summer days when you need something refreshing. Adults and kids of all ages love these healthy frozen yogurt popsicles. You can feel good about giving them something that's "good" for them...they are a delicious sugar-free and grain-free treat. You can make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: *S & G Free*, Appetizer, Appetizers/Snacks (Sweet), Desserts, Desserts*, Frozen Desserts & Treats, Holidays, Holidays*, Ice Cream & Sorbet Tagged With: Berries, Berry, Blueberries, Blueberry, Creamy, Frozen, Frozen Treat, Greek Yogurt, Healthy, Kids, Pops, Popsicles, Summer, Vanilla, Yogurt, Yogurt Cheese

Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs: An Experiment

April 21, 2011 By Shannon 2 Comments

We haven't dyed Easter eggs in our house in years due to the health hazards of artificial colorings. Well to my children's excitement I've done some searching and found a natural way to color eggs. I am still playing with the colors and the end results. But overall the experiment turned out well. You will need: 1 … [Read more...]

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Roasted Habanero & Tomato Salsa *

April 5, 2011 By Shannon Leave a Comment

This salsa is another favorite around here. YES, I know, it has Habanero's in it (one of the hottest peppers out there)... but before you go running away screaming ;) let me tell you that this salsa is NOT "Hot". In fact it's quite mild. The habanero peppers are roasted and simmered slightly in the sauce before being … [Read more...]

Filed Under: *S & G Free*, Appetizer, Appetizers & Snacks*, Appetizers/Snacks (Sweet), Condiments, Condiments & Dressings*, Condiments & Spreads, Dips, Dressings & Sauces Tagged With: Appetizer, Bell Peppers, Chile, Condiment, Habanero, Hot Peppers, Non-Spicy, Roasted, Salsa, Sauce, Sweet, Tomatoes

Caramel Popcorn

March 10, 2011 By Shannon Leave a Comment

This popcorn is a healthier version of a favorite treat we love. Enjoyed by kids and adults alike... this one uses unrefined sugars and is lower in sugar overall. But still tastes 100% delicious! 10 cups popped popcorn 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup Rapadura or Sucanat 2 Tablespoons honey 1/4 teaspoon unrefined sea … [Read more...]

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“Chocolate-Coffee” Date Snack Bars

February 14, 2011 By Shannon Leave a Comment

Dates are naturally sweet, and so make a great treat when you are avoiding "processed" sugars (like most of us should). Putting them in a bar with healthy nuts makes a perfect snack, when you're on the go...or not. Good enough even for a light dessert after dinner. Coffee really brings out the flavor of chocolate, so … [Read more...]