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Amazon has Premium Madagascar Vanilla Beans (1/2 pound - approximately 54 beans) for $26.95 including Free Shipping.  That comes to $0.50/bean, which is less than I currently pay for vanilla beans at Costco. Use these to make your next batch of Vanilla Extract and then let me know your favorite of 15 ways to use homemade vanilla! Grab this Amazon deal ...

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If you made vanilla extract for the holidays, hopefully you kept a little for yourself.  We've compiled a great list of 15 ways to use homemade vanilla extract.  Which will you try first? Beverage Recipes Morning Breakfast Drink - Packed with protein and good carbs, what a great way to start your day!   Pumpkin Pie Smoothie - Five ingredients that blend ...

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Amazon has Doctor Kracker Organic Snackers, Klassic 3 Seed (6 pack of 6oz boxes) for $15.47 shipped. The original price is listed as $22.09. Click the 25% off coupon below the listing. Choose Subscribe and Save to receive an additional 5% off and Free Shipping. This brings you to the low price of $2.58/box. Grab this Amazon deal here. Subscribe & Save sets you ...

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Homemade Whole Grain Pancake Squares Recipe Main 150x150 Homemade Whole Grain Pancake Squares Recipe

I want my family to get good nutrition at every meal, but it's a struggle to feed everyone healthily when breakfast comes so early every day.  This Homemade Whole Grain Pancake Squares recipe delivers a hearty meal packed with good fats and great nutrition in under 30 minutes.

Homemade Whole Grain Pancake Squares Recipe

serves 10 - 12

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons organic sucanat or coconut palm sugar
  • 1 cup organic whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup organic brown rice flour
  • 1/4 cup organic ground flax seed
  • 4 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons organic ground cinnamon
  • 1-1/2 cups organic milk (or milk substitute)
  • 1/4 cup organic coconut oil
  • 2 organic eggs
  • 1 teaspoon organic vanilla extract
  • 1 large organic Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped
  • 1 cup organic nuts (pecans or walnuts are best)
  • 1/2 cup organic maple syrup (any grade will work)

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Grease 9X13 pan with coconut oil.
  3. Combine sugar, flour, flax seed, baking powder salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl. Set aside.
  4. Warm milk and coconut oil in a small pan or microwaveable cup until coconut oil is just melted.
  5. Combine milk mixture, eggs, and vanilla into the flour mixture. Stir just until moistened.
  6. Add apple and stir a few times to integrate.
  7. Pour mixture into prepared 9X13 pan.
  8. Sprinkle nuts over the top.
  9. Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
  10. Pour maple syrup over the entire pan.
  11. Serve warm.
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Amazon has a great selection of juicing books for your Kindle or PC.  The three featured here are FREE to borrow for Prime Members! Green Juicing Diet: Green Juice Detox Plan for Beginners [Kindle Edition] is on sale for $6.99 for your Kindle.  This book includes recipes for green smoothies as well as green juices.  Prime ...

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Guest Post by Donielle Baker from Naturally Knocked Up As a blogger that writes specifically about natural fertility and preconception health, people normally figure I'm pretty "natural" when it comes to pregnancy as well.  And I am! My last two pregnancies I spent a lot of time figuring out natural remedies and taking care of my ...

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Hearty and Healthy Homemade Naan Recipe Main 150x150 Hearty and Healthy Homemade Naan Recipe

Naan is a flat bread that has become our go-to bread in this house.  We're sharing our tried and true homemade naan recipe with you in hopes that you can enjoy this easy and delightful dish with your family.

Hearty and Healthy Homemade Naan Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 cup very warm water
  • 7 oz Greek yogurt, plain
  • 2 tablespoons sucanat
  • 1/4 cup ground flax seed
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 cups whole wheat flour
  • 2-1/4 teaspoons yeast
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except garlic.
  2. Mix until very stiff ball forms.
  3. Remove from bowl and knead on lightly floured surface.
  4. Knead until smooth (about 7 - 8 minutes).
  5. Place dough in well-oiled bowl and cover with damp towel.
  6. Let rise in warm, non-drafty area for one hour or until dough is doubled in volume.
  7. Punch down dough and knead in garlic.
  8. Form dough into golf-ball sized balls and place on a cookie sheet.
  9. Cover with damp towel and allow to rise 20 minutes.
  10. Heat griddle or pan to 375 or medium-high heat.
  11. Use hands or rolling pin to flatten each dough ball to around 1/4 inch thickness.
  12. Brush both sides of dough with olive oil or butter.
  13. Place dough on heated griddle or pan and cook for 3 minutes (or until lightly browned and puffy).
  14. Turn dough over and cook another 2 - 4 minutes until lightly browned.
  15. Allow cooked naan to rest in a covered dish until served. Serve warm.
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Amazon has Ekobrew Refillable Cup for Keurig K-Cup Brewers, 3 pk on sale for $22.95 with free shipping! Here's how to snag this deal: Select the 3 pack option totaling $27. This product qualifies for Free Super Saver Shipping. Clip the coupon below the listing for an extra 15% off ($4.05 savings)! Checkout.  Your total will now come to $22.95 at checkout. This makes each ...

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