Carly Knowles

Maple Pecan Almond Butter

Posted on March 28, 2020March 28, 2020 by Carly Knowles

Print Maple Pecan Almond Butter After making this super simple and ultra satisfying nut butter, you’ll wonder why it took you so long to make your own! It’s creamy, slightly sweet, and SO GOOD. Author: Carly Knowles Yield: about 2 cups 1x Scale 1x2x3x Ingredients 2 cups raw pecans 1 cup raw almonds 2 tablespoons...

Vegetable Lasagna with Broccoli Kale Pesto and Tofu “Ricotta”

Posted on March 28, 2020March 28, 2020 by Carly Knowles

Print Vegetable Lasagna with Broccoli Kale Pesto and Tofu “Ricotta” (with dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan options) This recipe is loaded with all the vegetables. In fact, there are approximately 22 servings of vegetables in this one lasagna—now that’s something to celebrate! And like any good lasagna recipe, it’s made of multiple layers (13!) and does take a little time...

Chicken Bolognese with Butternut Squash

Posted on March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 by Carly Knowles

Print Chicken Bolognese with Butternut Squash This recipe is super easy and fast compared to a traditional bolognese and it’s ultra delicious, too. The ground chicken lightens this typically heavier dish while the butternut squash adds a deeper flavor and more nutrients to the pasta. Author: Carly Knowles Yield: 6-8 servings 1x Scale 1x2x3x Ingredients...

Coconut Curry Red Lentil Stew with Cilantro Lime Chutney

Posted on March 3, 2020March 3, 2020 by Carly Knowles

https://youtu.be/xrSmWwAmxFE Print Coconut Curry Red Lentil Stew with Cilantro Lime Chutney This stew is really easy to make and comes together in 20 minutes or less. It’s packed with flavor and tons of nutritious ingredients like lentils, turmeric, and spinach. It’s the perfect soup for new mamas in the postpartum period looking for wholesome...

Spicy Chili with Adobo

Posted on February 12, 2020February 12, 2020 by Carly Knowles

Print Spicy Chili with Adobo This hearty chili is SO GOOD! It’s spicy and super satisfying. Customize it and make it your own by adding your favorite chili toppings. I like to serve my chili with cornbread muffins–click on the link at the bottom of this recipe. Author: Carly Knowles Yield: 8-10 servings 1x Scale...

Roasted Carrot and Quinoa Salad with Fresh Dill

Posted on February 12, 2020February 12, 2020 by Carly Knowles

Print Roasted Carrot and Quinoa Salad with Fresh Dill This salad is tangy, herbaceous, salty, and slightly sweet–the perfectly balanced and ultra flavorful dish! It’s loaded with nutritious ingredients too. And it stores well and is even better a day or two after. Author: Carly Knowles Yield: 8 servings 1x Scale 1x2x3x Ingredients 6 large...

Southwest Chicken Corn Chowder

Posted on February 12, 2020February 12, 2020 by Carly Knowles

Print Southwest Chicken Corn Chowder This chowder is warming and filling and full of healthy whole food ingredients. The chiles and jalapeños are a nice addition that add a little kick, but feel free to omit them if you’re looking for a more traditional and mild chowder. See note at the bottom for dairy free...

Almond Flour Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk (Breastfeeding) Cookies

Posted on January 16, 2020January 30, 2020 by Carly Knowles

These cookies are loaded with wholesome ingredients that provide energy and sweetness for nursing mamas (and anyone else that likes cookies!). For nursing mamas, these yummy cookies made with almond flour and oats and filled with chocolate chunks, are the perfect snack to satisfy the insatiable hunger and craving for sweets (ALL the food!) that many...

Broccoli Salad with Pickled Cranberries and Herb Yogurt Dressing

Posted on October 18, 2019January 30, 2020 by Carly Knowles

Broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse! It contains ample vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory nutrients. From a nutritional point-of-view, broccoli is the Queen! It's loaded with phytonutrients, fiber, vitamin K, vitamin C, chromium, folate, and even omega-3 fatty acid. It's not just another pretty face. Modern studies show that you can preserve the most nutrients...

Spiced Maple Pumpkin Bread with Walnuts

Posted on October 18, 2019January 30, 2020 by Carly Knowles

Pumpkin bread is one of those things you have to make at the first sign of fall. When the weather starts to cool and your local coffee shop starts making pumpkin spice lattes, you know it’s time. I love making this bread for many reasons, but mostly for how good it makes our house smell!...

Lemon Turmeric Chicken Soup with Fresh Dill

Posted on October 9, 2019January 30, 2020 by Carly Knowles

Chicken soup is the antidote to many things. Maybe you're sick, or just homesick, physically cold, melancholy, or maybe you want to use the rest of that rotisserie chicken you have on hand. I find that, whatever the reason is, chicken soup fulfills a purpose. I craved, and thus created, a good chicken soup recipe...

Quick Vinegar Pickles (Carrots)

Posted on April 28, 2018January 30, 2020 by Carly Knowles

You can use a variety of vegetables in this recipe. Cucumbers, red onions, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, green beans, and asparagus all make great quick vinegar pickles. Print Quick Vinegar Pickles (Carrots) These quick pickles are a great way to add more vegetables into your diet. Add some to a green salad or on top of...