Well, here we are, Thanksgiving week. Ivan and Beth are especially grateful this year after both receiving the “all clear” from cancer. Before sharing some tips for how to indulge without doing too much damage to your health, below is a recipe for Ivan’s favorite Thanksgiving dish, ad

Stuffed Sweet Potato Delight Prep time 10 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 40 mins   These beautiful purple sweet potoatoes will thrill everyone who sees them on the table. They taste as good as they look! The lovely hue comes from the carotenoids, a powerful class of antioxidants wh

Spa Time for Your Turkey Prep time 10 mins Cook time 4 hours Total time 4 hours 10 mins   This spa soak for your turkey will make it tender and tasty this year without needing to have it marinated or injected with anything. Created by Chef Eddie Esposito, this brine is just perfect fo

Chocolate Mousse Prep time 10 mins Cook time 3 hours Total time 3 hours 10 mins   This decadent and delightful mousse will please even the most discriminating chocolate lover. And they won’t believe what it is made out of! Author: Beth Misner Recipe type: Phase 3 Cuisine: Dessert Serv

Flourless Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Prep time 20 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 40 mins   These rich, dark muffins are loaded with good nutrition and are not too sweet. They are best enjoyed fresh from the oven. Author: Beth Misner Recipe type: Phase 3 Cuisine: Snack Serves: 18 mu

Cheesy Quinoa Muffins Prep time 30 mins Cook time 25 mins Total time 55 mins   These little muffins can be a meal all by themselves. Ivan and I like to pack them in our lunch cooler for airplane flights. You could serve them at any party and be proud! Author: Beth Misner Recipe type:

Zucchini Walnut Muffins Prep time 20 mins Cook time 25 mins Total time 45 mins   These muffins are better than Starbucks’ any day! A great, gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free way to use your summer crop of zucchini. Author: Beth Misner Recipe type: Phase 3 Cuisine: Breads Serves: 18

Bammalicious Buckwheat Pancakes Prep time 15 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 35 mins   Enjoy these hot gluten-free and sugar-free pancakes for breakfast or anytime! Author: Beth Misner Recipe type: Phase 2 Cuisine: Breakfast Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 cup Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free All

Wild Rice Florentine Prep time 15 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 35 mins   A hearty main dish, this Wild Rice Florentine is one of Ivan’s favorite suppers during Phase 1. During Phases 2 and 3, it makes a great side dish. Author: Beth Misner Recipe type: Phase 1 Cuisine: Entree Ser

Green Machine Veggie Soup Prep time 30 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 1 hour   This soup has both creamed and chunky features, making it perfect for Phase 1. It’s filling and delicious. Author: Beth Misner Recipe type: Phase 1 Cuisine: Soup Serves: 4 Ingredients 8 Brussel sprouts ½