Author: Ellen

Almond Espresso Oat Bars

Nuts, oats, and espresso… sounds like the perfect recipe for breakfast to me! So that justifies eating these Almond Espresso Oat bars first thing in...

Eetch

The Mediterranean diet, a meal plan that emphasizes fresh produce, whole grains, fish, and healthy fats has proven to not only prevent diseases such heart...

by Ellen

Butternut Squash Arugula Salad

If you follow me on Instagram, you’ve seen me post about this Butternut Squash Arugula Salad many times before, simply because I eat it ALL the...

Pumpkin Butter Bars

Years ago, I bought a jar of Pumpkin Pecan Butter from Williams-Sonoma, and made the cake bar recipe that came on the back of the...

Cookie Butter Cake Pops

You need these in your life RIGHT. NOW. Seriously, skip everything else I have to say, go to Trader Joe’s to get some cookie butter,...

Roasted Red Pepper & Tomato Basil Soup

With the way the weather in Cincinnati plunged into winter this weekend, I’ve spent the past two days craving warmth in every way possible.  I...

My Everyday Smoothie

Typically, I prefer whole foods to get my nutrition (versus juice, bars, etc.) but my Everyday Smoothie has become a staple in my diet.  I...

Vegan Green Bean Casserole

We never had green bean casserole at Thanksgiving when I was growing up, so it wasn’t until a Friendsgiving a couple years ago that I was...

DIY Walnut Butter

If you follow my Instagram (@ellen_whitney) you probably know by now nut butters are my favorite food. Almond, cashew, peanut, pecan, mixed…you name it! The unfortunate...

Cauliflower Breadsticks

Cauliflower Breadsticks are a delicious, low-carb option to serve with a meal instead of bread.  I have never served these to anyone who did not...