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When most people think of home cooking and comfort food, they think of meat and potatoes. It's a classic combination, and with this Organic Shepherd's Pie, you can't go wrong. What I love most about organic cooking is highlighting the true flavors of the ingredients. My family agrees that organic food just tastes better! Since organic produce isn't …

Lunchtime can be a challenge as a mom. I'm always looking for quick and nutritious meals to feed my son, that he will actually eat and enjoy. They need to pass the Mom test, which means organic and nutritious. Then, they need to pass the kid test, which means yummy and resembling a familiar food. Lastly, they must pass the Dad test, which means …

At this time of year, pumpkin flavored foods are everywhere. Unfortunately, they are rarely "pumpkin" and often just "flavored". I wanted to share one of my favorite breakfast recipes that gets its fall flavors from real organic pumpkin puree. Organic Pumpkin Spice French Toast with Yogurt Sauce combines classic pumpkin pie seasonings with a fluffy …

As we get into the heart of fall, I always crave warm, rich meals, and those signature fall flavors. I wanted to create a menu of fall meals that incorporated these comfort foods while still being budget friendly and organic. Last week's menu was meat free, which is a great way to save money. However, meat is a big part of most people's diets, …

Just because you've chosen to feed your family healthier food, doesn't mean you have to give up things like pizza and pasta. I married an Italian, so there is no way he would be on board if I didn't keep feeding him these staples. Delivery and frozen pizzas are usually far from healthy or organic, and they are also pretty costly. This at-home …

When I think of eating organic, my first thought is a salad. Not simply because organic vegetables are more nutritious. but because they taste better, too. I just want to eat a big plate of delicious organic greens and know I'm making my taste buds and body happy. This Organic Fiesta Salad is simple, but showcases the strong flavors of the …

My favorite meal is breakfast because it gets your body fueled for the rest of the day. A healthy breakfast really sets the tone for the remaining meals you'll be consuming. This recipe for Organic Raspberry Chia Oats with Honey is an energizing meal, with 15 grams of protein per serving. It's quick and easy to prepare, which is perfect when the …

Last week we discussed some tips on How to Eat Organic on the Cheap, and this week I'm going to walk you through the process from list to serving dish. You'll get 3 delicious, healthy, and organic meals to feed a family of four all for under $25 if you follow this week's organic shopping list! I sat down, armed with my local store's weekly ads, …

Eating organic is no longer a fad, it's a full blown movement. "Organic food sales are increasing by double digits annually, and more than 80 percent of parents reported buying organic food for their families last year,” said Laura Batcha, Interim Co-Executive Director for OTA. This shift towards organic makes sense considering the benefits. Not …

The summer season is upon us and that means it's time to eat out — outdoors, I mean! From holiday parties to lazy summer family days, the kids will be running around the yard while you grill up food. But is that barbeque safe? Meats and buns can be loaded with dangerous toxins. Mamavation's Guide to Safe Summer Grilling will help you avoid toxic …

We were all taught that a glass of orange juice a day is a great way to get plenty of Vitamin C into your kids and to prevent colds and viruses. With its high sugar content, I recommend you limit quality orange juice as you would any sugary treat. But are you really getting pure orange juice in that glass you poured your child – or something cooked …