Bath Bomb Recipe Made with Shea Butter

by Cara | Feb 14, 2017 | Do it yourself and save, Essential Oils, Gift Ideas, personal care, supplements

Soothing, relaxing, and fun- these healing bath bombs are fun to make together or as a relaxing project for you to do after the kids are in bed.  Each batch makes about 24 fun, fizzy, and luxurious bath bombs.  These bath bombs will add healing nutrients to...

Instant Pot and the GAPS or SCD Diets

by Cara | Jan 25, 2017 | Do it yourself and save, GAPS Diet, GAPS Info

Buying an Instant Pot was a decision that I thought through over a few months. As you know, I’m not a minimalist, but I just don’t like extra stuff- and I was fully prepared to get rid of the Instant Pot if I didn’t use it often.  Well I am happy to...

Simple Homemade Salad Dressing with Avocado Oil (Paleo, GAPS)

by Cara | Jan 5, 2017 | Do it yourself and save, GAPS Diet

The line up of salad dressings with fancy labels and exotic ingredients in the grocery store looks impressive.  Even more so when you flip the bottle to the back and see that the list of ingredients is over an inch long. Upon closer look those store-bought dressings...

Instant Pot Gluten Free Mac n Cheese (15-minute recipe!)

by Cara | Dec 20, 2016 | Do it yourself and save, Main Dish

Watching the clock, I noticed … in just 18 minutes we went from walking in the door to scooping piping-hot Instant Pot gluten free mac n cheese into everyone’s bowls.  A delicious home-cooked weeknight dinner that uses all real ingredients? Yes please.  I...

Honey-Cocoa Roasted Almonds (GAPS, Paleo)

by Cara | Nov 21, 2016 | Dessert and Treats, Do it yourself and save, GAPS Diet

Crunchy, salty, with a hint of sweet chocolate… these Honey-Cocoa Almonds are quick to make and make a delicious dessert or even appetizer if you’re feeling festive. We use soaked and dehydrated nuts, since they are easier to digest, but you could...

Devine Chewy Pecan Pie Candy (GAPS, Paleo)

by Cara | Nov 5, 2016 | Dessert and Treats, Do it yourself and save, GAPS Diet

This pecan pie candy uses smooth pecan butter, crispy pecans, and just enough sea salt to cut the intense sweetness of the honey and bring out the buttery pecan goodness.  This candy is held together by boiling for a few minutes on the stove, then chilling in the...