Zucchini Meatballs and Sauce

Zucchini Meatballs and Sauce

It is so exciting when a recipe works out. I have seen a recipe for zucchini meatballs floating around Pinterest, but it wasn't gluten free or vegan. There were a few others things I had to adjust to it too. So, with all the modifications this recipe became my own. If...

Ginger Salad Dressing

Ginger Salad Dressing

Ginger is my favorite spice. I find it to be warming and settling all at the same time. It is great for the digestive tract and gives lots of other benefits as well. I need to say that this is the best salad dressing I have ever had! I wish that I could take ownership...

Lentil Curry Soup

Lentil Curry Soup

I am usually not a fan of soup when it is hot outside, but my daughter Olivia really wanted to eat lentils. I asked her to find a recipe that she would like and I would make it for her, for lunch. To my surprise, she chose Indian Lentil Cauliflower soup by Angela...

Poor Man’s Stew

Poor Man’s Stew

So, there are times that I don't always make it to the grocery store when I need to. In these cases, I try to use my creative side and come up with a recipe that my family will love based on the little ingredients I have left. One easy and budget friendly meal is Poor...

Living in a Silent Fear

Living in a Silent Fear

There was rarely a time in my past I didn't live in fear. From the time I was an early teen to the age of 23, I feared everyday of my life that I would lose my mom to diabetes. This is my story. Most of my childhood was caught up in the typical fun that kids do. I...

Pizza Sauce

Pizza Sauce

When our family desires pizza for a special treat,  I like to make my own pizza sauce.  Too many of the sauces out there contain onions and garlic, which I have a sensitivity to, and not to forget the preservatives and sugar. This sauce is super cheap and organic. You...

Oatmeal Patties

Oatmeal Patties

I have to admit, I have tried several vegan patty recipes and they have either fallen apart or they are really dry. This recipe I found on yummly.com, it was the first one that tasted very good and stayed together without any problems. I did find that they were not as...

Cacao Fudge

Cacao Fudge

When it comes to celebrating our family doesn't usually over indulge. My kids, 5 years old, have picked up on my coaching my clients on choosing better options than refined sugar treats. I was proud to hear that my daughter wanted to make something that was relatively...

Italian Spinach Tomato Soup

Italian Spinach Tomato Soup

When it is cold outside, I want to be warm inside. Some of my favorite warming things I enjoy are: cozy blankets, fuzzy socks, hot tea, my dog, and soup. Now if I have all of those at once, I am in heaven. Since January is National Soup Month, I am contributing this...

Hi! I’m Jennifer Colburn, welcome to my healthy homestead. This is a place where I will be sharing my love for healthy cooking, coffee, travel, and my journey to living the country life.

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