THE TFC BLOG

Back in my New York City college days my friends and I used to walk 20 blocks to line up for the most amazing giant carrot muffins. They were way too good and way too bad for you all at the same time. I’ve since given up anything with copious amounts of sugar and any […]

Hummus is a staple in our fridge at home. We use it as a dip, a spread, a dressing, and more. I never buy hummus since it’s so easy to make. Also, since I discovered the effect that good sun-dried tomatoes have on the classic dish, acting as a delightful flavor enhancer, this recipe has […]

Take a moment and review everything you ate yesterday. What did you have for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner? Be honest. Take a mental look at your plate. What percentage of your daily food consumption came from vegetables? One way to make a radical shift in the way you eat is to consider making vegetables – […]

Do you want the good news or the bad news first? Alright, the good news is that with one bite of these crispy, buttery, and utterly addicting raw crackers, you’ll never be caught reaching for gluten-filled saltines again. The bad news? You will need a dehydrator for these crackers and once you start you won’t be able to […]

Who doesn’t love a good guacamole? In my humble opinion a good guacamole is one the greatest dishes on the planet — a dip, a side, a garnish and, I confess, sometimes even a snack on its own with a spoon! It kills me when a perfectly good avocado is wasted on a mushy tasteless guac. So […]

Dehydrated spiced nuts are simply sensational. Never tried them? Take my word for it! They have an almost buttery taste and are packed with flavor. It’s worth the investment in a dehydrator! I have stashes of these spicy roasted pistachios stored for quick and easy snacking. You can munch on these straight from the container, add them to […]

My good friend Amber, from Texas, is the queen of crispy nuts and all healthy treats that involve a dehydrator. I couldn’t resist sharing her Chipotle Cheesy Pecans with you because they are simply irresistible. One bite and you want to eat a whole handful. And really, you can, because they make the perfect paleo […]

I can’t say I always sprout my hummus but when I do have the time it’s a good way to make chickpeas more nutritious and digestible. The consistency and flavor of sprouted hummus feels more real, raw and earthy, and if you’ve never tried sprouting, it’s kind of fun to watch your chickpeas come alive. Serve this with […]

When gearing up for holiday travel, I always search for smart, packable treats for the kids. These Peanut Butter Energy Bites come to you straight from the kitchen of the most naturally sassy blogger out there, Saskia Gregson-Williams of Naturally Sassy. Her recipes are appealingly simple and delicious. The key to eating well — Saskia and I both agree — is […]