• Created on 1/10/11 by Mothering Editorial

Valentine's Day on a Restricted Diet By Kim Lutz Web Exclusive - February 6, 2009 Valentine's Day conjures up images of hearts, cupids, and lots and lots of red. It also brings to mind candy, chocolates, and cookies that might not be safe for a child you love. Today, so many children have restricted diets, whether due to food allergies, gluten intolerance, or a desire for healthier eating, that it can make holidays like Valentine's Day stressful for conscientious moms. Once you start thinking outside of that heart-shaped box, though, you'll find that Valentine's Day... read more

• Created on 10/1/12 by Mothering Editorial

By Cathe Olson This dessert can be made with or without dairy products. Either way, it's delicious and good for you.1/2 cup almonds 3/4 cup rolled oats1 1/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/8 teaspoon sea salt (omit if using salted butter) 5 tablespoons unsalted butter or coconut oil, cut into small pieces1 egg or equivalent egg replacer 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy) 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Preheat oven to 375º. Oil baking sheet. Grind almonds and oats to coarse meal in food processor or... read more

• Created on 10/4/12 by Mothering Editorial

Have some sweet and spooky fun with these great natural Jack-O'-Lantern cookies for Halloween. How: Make the spelt cookie recipe (listed below) Roll out dough and cut into pumpkin shapes Bake cookies and let cool Make yam frosting recipe (listed below) Spread the yam frosting on the cookies to color your jack o' lanterns orange Use black and green icing, or use raisins, for the eyes, nose, mouth, and stem (natural food coloring ideas) Enjoy your festive Halloween cookies!   Spelt Cookie Recipe 1 cup butter1 cup honey or sugar4 egg yolks¼ cup rice, soy or... read more

• Created on 3/12/12 by Mothering Editorial

Chicken, spinach and cheese meld together to make a delicious enchilada. Serve this with a veggie salad in the summer or a spicy soup in the winter.4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into thin strips (veggie alternative: tofu strips) 1/4 cup chopped onion1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 3/4 cup milk1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas1 teaspoon... read more

• Created on 7/31/11 by Mothering Editorial

By Laura Goeller This time of year, sticky sweet snacks are everywhere. Here is a healthy and tasty option to tempt little hands.8 oz. organic cream cheese ¾ cups natural peanut butter 2 tb frozen orange juice concentrate 1 cup crushed shredded wheat Put cream cheese, peanut butter and orange juice concentrate in the microwave for a few seconds to soften. Mix cream cheese, peanut butter, orange juice and shredded wheat Form mixture into balls and refrigerate read more

• Created on 9/27/12 by Mothering Editorial

3 cups cooked pinto or kidney beans 1 medium chopped yellow onion 1 green or red diced bell pepper 2 chopped tomatoes 1 cup tomato sauce 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 2 minced gloves garlic 1 roasted, peeled & minced chile 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantroCombine all the ingredients, except the cilantro, in a large Dutch oven. Cover and bring to a slow boil. Remove the cover and reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cook for 40 minutes. Add the cilantro just before serving. Garnish with grated cheese and red onion. Serve with Cornbread. read more

• Created on 9/10/12 by Mothering Editorial

These are so quick to make! Kids can help stir the batter, and spoon it into muffin tins. These muffins are egg- and dairy-free, and you can easily double the recipe1/4 cup oil1/2 cup molasses (for increased sweetness use half molasses and half honey)1 cup applesauce1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour1/2 tsp. baking soda1 1/2 tsp. baking powder1/2 tsp. salt1 tsp. cinnamon 1/8 tsp. cloves 1/2 cup raisins (optional) Preheat oven to 375. Grease a 12 cup muffin tin. Mix the oil molasses, and applesauce. Mix together the dry ingredients. Combine wet and dry ingredients. Stir in the... read more

• Created on 9/10/12 by Mothering Editorial

I love this combination with scrambled eggs or tofu instead of toast. It’s a great way to get an extra serving of vegetables at breakfast. If you want to make this a meal in itself, add some tempeh, tofu, or beans.1 tablespoon oil1 small onion, diced3 medium potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch pieces1 bell pepper, seeded and diced5 to 6 mushrooms, chopped 1 cup chopped broccoli or cauliflower1 tablespoon minced fresh herbs (thyme, tarragon, etc.)1/4 cup chopped fresh watercress or parsleySea salt and black pepper to taste Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion... read more

• Created on 9/10/12 by Mothering Editorial

By Cathe Olson Here's a raw bar full of nutritious energy for snacks, lunchboxes, picnics, and even dessert!1/4 cup sesame seeds1/4 cup sunflower seeds1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup dried figs1/2 cup peanut butter, almond butter, or tahiniPlace sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, raisins, and figs in food processor with metal blade. Chop until everything is ground together. Add nut or seed butter and mix until combined. Roll mixture into balls or press into 8-inch round cake pan and cut into 1-inch squares. Keep refrigerated. Makes about 3 dozen Note: Nuts can be substituted for... read more

• Created on 9/10/12 by Mothering Editorial

By Cathe Olson These delicious bars contain no eggs or sweeteners.1 cup whole wheat, brown rice, or barley flour1 cup rolled oats1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/4 cup oil1 cup walnuts, minced1 cup raisins, minced1 cup pitted prunes, minced1 tablespoon grated orange or lemon peel (optional)1/3 to 1/2 cup waterPreheat oven to 325 degrees. Oil 8-inch square baking pan. Blend flour, oats, salt, and oil with fingers until evenly mixed. Mince the nuts in food processor and add to oat mixture. Mince raisins and prunes in food processor. Add them to batter along with the orange or... read more