Category Archives: Gluten Free

Welcome, guests, to my risotto…

I have a long standing tradition of welcoming guests with risotto. It began when I lived in New York City, and I discovered the magic technique of stirring a pan of creamy rice over an open flame, and inviting guests to join in to help with the stirring.  Friends from uptown and down in Manhattan…

Chocolate-Avo Smoothie

I whipped up this smoothie for ABC TV yesterday, and show host Melanie Hastings loved it. This is similar to my Goddess Shake, a favorite of my readers and clients, but without banana.  I used an avocado instead for it’s creamy texture and added healthy nutrient boost. Ingredients 1/2 avocado 2 cups almond milk 1…

Healthy Egg Nog

I LOVE egg nog, but I’m afraid the high fat diary version doesn’t love me back. It makes me sick to my tummy.  It also makes me feel bloated. I had to design my own healthy version, using my beloved almond milk and my favorite sweet spices. It’s awesome, and kids love it too.. so…

Roasted Squash

This recipe is the perfect way to try all the gorgeous varieties of squash at the market right now. I like using a variety, and with most tender squash, you can eat the skin. This recipe works with any sweet squash. Ingredients Assorted squash Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cinnamon Sea Salt Slice the squash in…

Holli’s Green Juice

Getting your greens from green juice, or a green smoothie, is an upbeat, concentrated, liquid vitamin pill of happiness. Green juice will make your spirits soar, give you clarity, and more energy than you can imagine. Try this easy one today. It’s my favorite go-to Greenie! You know I like to keep it simple. Ingredients…

Holli’s Harvest Soup, with Carrots, Red Peppers, and Tomatoes

Wonder what all those red peppers are for? I’m crazy for this easy Harvest Soup, made from the freshest ingredients, hopefully straight from your garden or farmers market. You’ll get all you need in one bowl; high Vitamin C from red peppers, beta carotene for your skin from carrots, and heart healthy lycopene from tomatoes….

Easy Snack Bars

These snack bars are raw, vegan, and super healthy. They’re also the easiest bars to make. Whip up a batch of Easy Snack Bars this week and watch them disappear!. Ingredients 2 cups raw cashews 2 cups pitted medjool dates Optional additions: –2 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp lemon zest –2 tbsp raw cacao…

Healthy Lime Sherbet

This sherbet is inspired by my friend Theresa, a local raw foodie and super healthy ageless beauty. She whipped this up the other day, and I couldn’t wait to get to my Vitamix to put my own spin on it. Here’s my variation, and Theresa’s original creation to inspire you. It’s incredibly delicious, refreshing, good…

Yogurt and Cereal Parfait

This is a fun treat for Sunday breakfast, or any day when my son (or my husband) needs a little treat. Ingredients Your favorite organic cereal or granola Your choice of yogurt ( we use coconut yogurt) 1/2 cup berries 1/2 banana dash of cinnamon To combine ingredients: Using a clear glass (I used a…

“Ice Cream” that’s good for you

This healthy ice cream has become an almost daily treat in my home. It’s highly addictive, high in protein, and creamy delicious! Nut Ice Cream Ingredients makes 2 generous servings 1 banana 1/4 cup raw pecans 1/4 cup raw almonds 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 packet stevia to taste (you can also use a 1/4…