We travel quite a bit, and even if we are staying in the nicest of resorts or a motel on the side of the road to sleep for a few hours on a road trip in the middle of nowhere, my travel safety protocol is always the same. Traveling can be extremely rewarding,...
Sarah Bowmar
Park City, Utah with 2 Kids
We’ve traveled to Park City, Utah, before and absolutely loved it, but this time we took the kids for a week with my family. For reference, Oakley is almost 6, and Dean is almost 4.5 years old. They are both extremely active kids, and all of the outdoor experiences...
2026 Mother’s Day Gift Guide
REDLIGHT FACE MASK TOWEL WARMER OURA RING FOOT MASSAGER SERETONIN BATH SOAK PERSONALIZED BIRTH STONE NECKLACE REDLIGHT EYE MASK NOVUS CONSULT *commissionable links
Birthday Cake Coffee Cake Muffins
Ingredients (18 Muffins) Topping 1 cup all- purpose flour 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup packed light-brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/3 cup multi-colored sprinkles Cake 3 cups flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted...
Protein Brownie Muffins
Ingredients 1 cup flour 2 scoops Bowmar Nutrition Double Fudge whey protein powder 4 TBSP cocoa powder 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 cup butter (melted) or oil of choice 2 large eggs 1 cup milk 1 cup chocolate chips Directions...
St Patricks Day Mint Protein Chocolate Cake
Ingredients Cake Ingredients 1 cup flour 2 scoops Bowmar Nutrition Double Fudge whey protein powder 1/3 cup cocoa powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 2 large eggs 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 cup sugar-free maple syrup 1/4 cup water Middle Layer Ingredients 1 cup...
Parmesan Garlic Venison Bowtie Pasta
Ingredients 8oz bow tie pasta 1lb ground elk (or meat of choice) 2 TBSP olive oil 1 medium onion (finely chopped) 2 TBSP minced garlic 1 TBSP Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 cup bone broth 2 TBSP butter 1 cup half and half 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly...
Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
Ingredients 3 ripe bananas, mashed 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 cup brown sugar Directions Set your oven to 350 and spray a 9 x 5...
Valentines Day Protein Cake Pops
Ingredients Cake 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/4 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 2/3 cup flour 2 scoops Bowmar Nutrition Vanilla Bean protein powder 1 tsp baking soda Pinch of salt Coating Candy melts or chocolate for dipping Sprinkles...
Cottage Cheese Viral Japanese Cheesecake
Ingredients 1 cup cottage cheese 1/4 cup cream cheese 1 scoop Bowmar Nutrition vanilla protein powder 2 TBSP honey Graham crackers or cookies of choice Directions In a food processor, blend the cottage cheese and cream cheese for at least 2 minutes Add the protein...
Sweet Pepper and Cucumber Salad
Ingredients 2 bags mini sweet peppers, sliced 6 mini cucumbers, sliced 3 green onions, chopped Red wine vinegar dressing Salt and pepper to taste Directions Slice cucumbers and mini peppers with a mandoline slicer(be careful), and place them in a large bowl Chop green...
Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients 1 overripe banana, mashed 1/2 cup melted butter 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1 large egg yolk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/3 cup Kamut or all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 2/3 cup chocolate chips or chunks Directions In a...
70g Protein Funfetti Dip
Ingredients 1 cup protein Greek yogurt (OIKOS) 1/2 container sugar-free Cool Whip 2 scoops Bowmar Nutrition vanilla protein powder 2 TBSP natural sprinkles (from Thrive - 40% off first order) 2 TBSP sugar-free vanilla pudding mix 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 TBSP milk...
Creamy Venison Fusilli Bake
Ingredients Pasta Mixture 12oz noodle of choice (I chose Fusilli) 8oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder Salt and pepper to taste Meat Sauce 3lbs ground venison (or meat of choice) 1...
Protein Puppy Chow
Ingredients 1 cup chocolate chips 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup 4.5 cups gluten-free Chex cereal 1.5 TBSP coconut oil 1 cup vanilla protein powder 1/2 cup powdered sugar Directions Melt chocolate chips, peanut butter, oil, and honey in 30-second...
Protein Meltaway Cookies
Ingredients 2 scoops vanilla protein powder 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup powdered sugar or swerve (divided) 2 TBSP butter (melted) 1/4 cup milk 1 tsp vanilla extract Pinch of salt Directions Mix dry ingredients together Slowly add milk and melted butter to bring the dough...
Protein Cut Out Christmas Cookies
Ingredients (makes about 20 cut-out cookies) Cookie Dough 1 cup flour 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted) 1/2 cup honey 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla or almond extract 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt Frosting 4oz cream cheese 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 1/4...
Face and Body Skin Care Links + Tips : UPDATED
Improving my skin (face and body) was one of my NY resolutions for 2025. I poured myself into research, following skin product review influencers, testing and trying a ton of various products and brands on myself, and really focused on SLOWING down in the morning and...
Viral Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
I've seen this recipe floating around TikTok for weeks so I had to give it a try and they are divine! I am not sure who the original creator was but they deserve an award. Ingredients 3/4 cup unsalted butter 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar...
Greek Yogurt Christmas Cookies
Ingredients (makes roughly 18 cookies) 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 3/4 cup flour 1 medium egg 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking sodad 1/2 tsp almond or vanilla extract 3/4 cup Greek yogurt 1/2 cup mini chocolate candies Directions In...
Dill Pickle Cottage Cheese Dip
Ingredients 3 cups cottage cheese 1/4 cup mayo 1/3 cup pickle juice 1 1/2 TBSP dried dill 1/2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1 cup dill pickles, finely chopped Salt and pepper to taste Directions In a food processor, blend all ingredients until smooth Store in...
3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Queso Dip
Ingredients 2 cups cottage cheese 1 1/2 TBSP taco seasoning (less if you want it less spicy) 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Chips or veggies to dip Directions In a food processor or blender, combine all of the ingredients Store in the fridge for an hour to let the...
Spiced Egg Nog Christmas Cake
Ingredients Cake 1 cup unsalted butter (soft, cut into small cubes) 1 cup eggnog 3 cups cake flour 3 tsp baking powder 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp rum extract 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp nutmeg 2 TBSPoil 3 eggs (room temperature) 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp salt 1/2 cup...
Glazed Apple Fritter Bread
Ingredients Bread 2 medium baking apples, peeled and chopped ½ cup light brown sugar 2 tsp ground cinnamon, heaping spoonfuls 1 tsp ground ginger 1 large egg, room temperature ⅓ cup white granulated sugar ¼ cup oil ¼ cup full-fat sour cream, room temperature 2 tsp...
Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients 2 tablespoons melted and cooled coconut oil (or sub melted butter or vegan butter) 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (from 1 medium ripe banana) 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 egg (room temperature) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda...
2025 Oner Black Friday Sale
The ONER Black Friday sale begins November 20 at 11am central. You can create a wishlist ahead of time as long as you have an account (which I recommend regardless to accumulate points and status, check out faster, etc) There's a lot of pieces that I've accumulated...
2025 Gift Guide: Women’s Activewear
Commissionable links (left to right, top to bottom) Cargo Sweatpants APL Shoes Straight Leg Bottoms Seamless Shorts (code BOWMAR 10% off) Mid Rise Long Sleeve Shirts DFYNE Dupe Shorts No Show Thongs Slouchy Socks
2025 Gift Guide: Hunter
Commissionable links (left to right, top to bottom) Beast Broadheads Ozone Machine Rechargeable Heated Socks Blood Tracking Light Bass Pro Gift Card Chancy Walters Art Hand Warmers Totally Wild Seasoning
2025 Gift Guide: Hostess
Commissionable links (left to right, top to bottom) Black Studded Kitchenaid Bowl Desserts and Baking Salts Cheeseboard Deck Glowing Stone Hot Plate Coffee Table Book Wine and Cheese Caddy Diffuser Ultimate Smores Kit
2025 Gift Guide: Toddler Girl
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2025 Gift Guide: Toddler Boy
Commissionable links (left to right, top to bottom) Ride on Gator Transport Truck Four Loop Hot Wheels Track Arcade Basketball Hoop Lego Airport Police Station Magnatiles Wooden Tool Bench Tonies Box
2025 Gift Guide: Bio Hacker
Commissionable links (left to right, top to bottom) Infrared PEMF Mat Redlight Mask OURA Ring Vagus Nerve Stimulator Redlight Panels Smart Goggles Scalp Massager Outlive Book
2025 Gift Guide: Self Care
Commissionable links (left to right, top to bottom) Towel Warmer 18 Piece Hot Stone Set Magnesium Butter Vibrating Black Out Sleep Eye Mask Turkish Spa Dress Acupressure Mat Magnesium Flake Soak Foot Massager *you may also find a lot of self care items on my...
Pumpkin Chocolate Sea Salt Bars
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups walnuts 10-12 pitted dates 1 cup cashews 4 top coconut oil, melted 3 tbsp pure maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice melted dark chocolate flaky sea salt Directions Combine walnuts and dates in a food...
Naan Bread- Simple!
Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tbsp instant dry yeast 2 tsp kosher salt ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder ¾ cup plain yogurt (or buttermilk) 1 cup warm water 4 tbsp melted butter 1 tbsp minced cilantro Tzatziki and hummus for serving Directions In a stand...
Easy (no bake) White Chocolate Gingerbread Truffles
Ingredients 4 cups (about 283 g) crunchy gingersnap cookies 6 ounces (170 g) cream cheese, softened ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract 10 ounces (283 g) white chocolate or almond bark, for dipping Sprinkles for garnish (I found dye-free ones) Directions In a food processor,...
Venison Cheeseburger Potato Soup
Ingredients 2 pounds ground venison (or meat of choice) 1 chopped white onion ¾ cup shredded carrots ¾ cup diced celery 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried parsley flakes 4 TBSP butter divided 5 cups chicken broth 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes ¼ cup all-purpose flour 2...
Gingerbread Brownies
*full disclosure, these were so soft they fell apart as soon as I took them out of the pan because I didn't wait until they were cooled but it made them look really abstract and interesting 🙂 Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 cup light brown sugar, packed...
Iced Pumpkin Cinnamon Cake
Ingredients Cinnamon Swirl Filling ½ cup packed light brown sugar 2 tbsp granulated sugar 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 3 tbsp dairy-free butter, melted Pumpkin Cake 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 2 tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp...
Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars
Ingredients 1 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (or gluten-free flour blend) 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda 2 large eggs 1 cup pure pumpkin 1/2 cup honey...
Elk Stuffed Pepper Soup
Ingredients 2lbs ground elk (or meat of choice) 2 TBSP olive oil 1 red onion, chopped 4 bell peppers, chopped (I used one red, one yellow, two green) 3 TBSP minced garlic 1 (14.5oz) can petite diced tomatoes 1 (32oz) can fire-roasted tomatoes 4 cups bone broth (or...
Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies
Ingredients Cookies 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled for at least 15 minutes) 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar, tightly packed 1/4 cup pure pumpkin 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp...
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
I usually don't write much before my recipes start because I make zero money from running ads on my blog, so I don't feel the need to write a dissertation on why the cinnamon roll was invented and 19 different ways to store it. HOWEVER, once you make these cinnamon...
Red-Light Therapy Serums and Skin Care
I spent thousands on red light serums so you didn't have to! I've been using our RLT devices for years, and for the majority of those years, the research and science indicated that you needed to have a clean face / clean skin, no sweat, no heat, and no product of any...
Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Mousse
Ingredients (yields 4) 2 cups cottage cheese 1 cup pure pumpkin 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp vanilla extract Optional toppings: whipped cream and graham cracker crumbles Directions In a food processor, pulse cottage cheese, pumpkin,...
Creamy Pesto Salmon Pasta
Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked pasta 1 pound fresh salmon Salt & pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tsp fish seasoning of choice 1/2 TBSP oil 1/2 cup broth 1/3 cup pesto 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, see note Freshly grated...
Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip
Ingredients 2 cups cottage cheese 1 1oz packet ranch seasoning Directions In a food processor, pulse together the cottage cheese and ranch seasoning together for 1-2 minutes until creamy You can serve it immediately or let it chill in the fridge before serving with...
Goat Cheese and Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Pies
Ingredients (yields a dozen) Crust Ingredients 2 cups graham crackers 3 TBSP honey or maple syrup 1 TBSP melted butter 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice Pie Filling 1 cup cottage cheese 1 cup pure pumpkin (not pure) 1/2 cup goat cheese crumbles (can sub 1/2 cup greek yogurt) 2...
Strawberry Poptart Bars
Ingredients Pie Crust 2 1/2 cups flour 3 TBSP sugar 1 tsp salt 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed 1/4 cup ice water (or more if needed) Strawberry Filling 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 TBSP cornstarch 1 pinch salt Juice from...
Pumpkin Cornbread with Whipped Honey Cinnamon Butter
Ingredients Cornbread 1 cup Kamut (or all-purpose) flour 1 cup cornmeal 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1/4 cup butter- melted 1 cup...
Everything But the Bagel Sourdough Sandwich Bread
Ingredients 1/2 cup active sourdough starter 4 cups Kamut flour 1 1/4 cups water (room temperature) 2 tsp salt 1 TBSP honey 2 TBSP EBB seasoning Directions In a large mixing bowl, combine the active sourdough starter, water, and honey. Stir until the starter is...
Wild Turkey Cheesy Rice Casserole
Ingredients 2 cups cooked wild turkey (or chicken, shredded) 2 cups cooked rice (white or Jasmine) 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen) 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup 1/2 cup milk 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion...
Funfetti Layer Cake
Ingredients Cake 2 3/4 cups cake flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup macadamia nut oil (secret ingredient) 3 large eggs, at room temperature 2 large egg whites, at...
Greek Yogurt Coffee Cake Muffins
Ingredients Muffins 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/2 tsp baking powder 3 tsp cinnamon 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 1 cup Greek yogurt Streusel 9 TBSP. all-purpose flour 3 TBSP. brown sugar 1/2 tsp cinnamon 4 TBSP unsalted butter melted...
Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Cheesecakes
Ingredients (yields a dozen) Crust Ingredients 2 cups graham crackers 3 TBSP honey or maple syrup 1 TBSP melted butter Cheesecake Filling 2 cups cottage cheese 1/3 cup peanut or almond butter 1 cup greek yogurt 2 TBSP honey Pinch of salt Toppings (optional) Melted...
Baked Vodka Elk Pasta
Ingredients 3lbs ground elk (or meat of choice)- browned 12oz pasta of choice (I use sourdough noodles from Thrive) *This can be done with spaghetti, rigatoni, etc (the shape of the noodle is irrelevant) 12oz marinara sauce 12oz Alfredo sauce 8oz cream cheese-...
High Protein Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecakes
Ingredients (yields a dozen) Crust Ingredients 2 cups graham crackers 2 TBSP cocoa powder 3 TBSP honey or maple syrup Cheesecake Filling 2 cups cottage cheese 1/3 cup peanut or almond butter 2 scoops Bowmar Nutrition vanilla protein powder 2 TBSP honey Pinch of salt...
High Protein Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients 1 cup cottage cheese 1 TBSP milk 2 TBSP honey 2 TBSP cocoa powder 1 scoop Bowmar Nutrition vanilla bean protein 1/2 tsp almond or vanilla extract Toppings: 2 TBSP light cool whip 1/2 TBSP chocolate shavings Directions In a food processor, combine all...
Big Mac Elk Sliders
Ingredients Big Mac Copycat Sauce 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 TBSP sweet pickle relish 1 TBSP yellow mustard 1/2 tsp granulated sugar 1 tsp white vinegar Elk Sliders 1lb ground elk (or ground meat of choice) 1/2 cup finely chopped onions 1 tsp garlic powder 12-count Hawaiian...
Cottage Cheese Cheesecake
Ingredients Graham Cracker Crust 100g graham crackers 2 TBSP butter, melted 1 TBSP maple syrup or honey (you could also use a store-bought crust) Cottage Cheese Cream 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 2 whole eggs 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey 1/3 cup...
Mulberry Cobbler
Ingredients Mulberry Filling 2 cups fresh mulberries (washed) 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 TBSP cornstarch 1 TBSP lemon juice 1/2 tsp cinnamon Pinch of salt 1/2 tsp almond or vanilla extract Cobbler Topping 3/4 cup flour 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tsp baking...
Cottage Cheese Bagels
Ingredients 1 cup cottage cheese 1 cup flour (and more for rolling) 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 egg Spices/toppings of choice: everything but the bagel seasoning, poppy seeds, shredded cheese, garlic powder, etc Directions Set oven to 400 Spray a cookie sheet...
Pineapple Coconut Cottage Cheese Muffins
Ingredients 1 cup cottage cheese 2 large eggs 1/4 cup oil 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup 1 1/2 cups flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained Directions Set oven to 350 Combine...
Blueberry Coconut Cake with Lime Drizzle
Ingredients Cake Ingredients 2 cups Kamut flour 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup honey 1/4 tsp salt 2 large eggs 1 TBSP baking powder 1 cup Greek yogurt 1/2 cup macadamia nut oil (or oil of choice) 1 1/2 cups blueberries 2 TBSP flour 1 cup flaked coconut shreds Lime Drizzle...
Therabody Recovery
We've been Therabody customers for over half a decade. Many of you will know them from their percussive massage Theragun, but they have A TON of amazing recovery pieces that can be used at home, at work, on the go, in the gym, etc! I wanted to compile a list of all...
Blueberry Streusel Muffins
Ingredients Muffins 1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or full-fat) 2 large eggs ⅓ cup almond milk (or any milk of...
Vanilla Protein Energy Balls (no-bake)
Ingredients 1 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup Bowmar Nutrition vanilla protein powder 1/3 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy) 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips 1 tsp vanilla extract Pinch of salt (optional, enhances flavor) 1-2 tbsp water or milk (if needed for...
Ricotta Coffee Cake Muffins
IngredientsCrumble Topping1/3 cup flour1/4 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup brown sugar1/2 tsp cinnamon1/8 tsp salt1/4 cup butter, meltedMuffins1 1/2 cups flour1/2 cup granulated sugar1 tsp baking powder1 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp salt1/3 cup milk1 cup ricotta or sour cream-...
Protein Chia Seed Chocolate Pudding
This protein (22g) and fiber (10g) packed pudding is INCREDIBLE! Ingredients 1 cup chocolate milk 2 scoops Bowmar Nutrition double fudge protein powder 1/2 cup chia seeds 1/4 cup honey 2 TBSP cocoa powder Directions In a bowl, combine all ingredients together Cover...
Healthy Banana Nut Muffins
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups Kamut flour (or 1 3/4 cup all-purpose) 1 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 2 ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed) 1/4 cup honey 1/2 TBSP cinnamon 1/2 TBSP vanilla extract or almond extract 1 TBSP melted coconut oil 1 egg 1/2 cup vanilla or plain Greek...
Pulsetto Vagus Nerve Stimulator
Discovering Pulsetto: Your Guide to Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Stress Relief and Wellness In today’s fast-paced world, managing stress, improving sleep, and enhancing overall well-being are top priorities for many. Enter Pulsetto, a cutting-edge wearable device...
Avocado Ranch Chopped Salad
Ingredients Salad 2 cups green cabbage, finely chopped 2 cups green leaf lettuce or shaved brussels, chopped 1 cup kale, stems removed and finely chopped 1 cup red cabbage, finely chopped 1 cup carrots, shredded 1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced 1/2 cup super sweet...
Healthy Big Mac Sauce Recipe
Ingredients (makes 4-6 servings) 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat) 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish 1 tablespoon yellow mustard 1 tablespoon ketchup 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 tsp minced onion 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder...
GLOW Tan Optimizer
Bowmar Nutrition Glow is a daily supplement crafted to enhance skin health, prolong a natural tan, and protect against UV damage. Unlike topical tanning products, Glow works from within, leveraging a science-backed blend of antioxidants to promote a clear, even, and...
Collagen Carrot Cake Cheesecake Bars
Ingredients Carrot Cake Bars 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), melted 1 cup light brown sugar 1 large egg 1 TBSP almond extract (or vanilla) 1 cup Kamut flour or 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup shredded carrots Cream Cheese...
Easy Angel Food Cake
Ingredients: 1 cup cake flour 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided 14 egg whites 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions Preheat your oven to 375°F and thoroughly dry a 10-inch tube pan or bundt pan Sift together...
Ricotta Lime Cookies
Ingredients Cookies 1/2 cup butter- room temp 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1 cup whole milk ricotta 2 cups flour 1 TBSP baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 2 TBSP lime juice Zest from one lime Glaze 1 cup powdered sugar 2 - 3 TBSP lime juice Zest for topping Directions In a...
Churro Bars
Ingredients Bars 1/2 cup butter {softened} 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar {packed} 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/4 cups flour 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon Cinnamon Sugar Topping 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon...
Four Ingredient Quiche- Easiest Breakfast Ever
Ingredients 12 whole eggs 1 cup whole milk 1lb maple sausage (we use venison) 4oz can mild diced green chiles Salt and pepper to taste Directions Set your oven to 350 Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat and drain any excess fat In a large bowl, whisk together...
Healthy Cornbread Muffins
Ingredients 1 ½ cups (180g) cornmeal ¾ cup (90g) Kamut flour (or 1 cup all-purpose flour) 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt ½ tbsp (7g) unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted and cooled slightly 2 large egg whites, room temperature 2 tsp vanilla...
Shiftwave
When we were down in Miami at Centner for our three day birthday wellness retreat, they had nearly 100 treatement options and tests available. I had some free time in between a few of my tests and treatments and the schedule coordinator suggested I try the Shiftwave...
Methylene Blue
When we were in Miami over our birthdays for our 3 day wellness retreat / reset, we learned about the amazing benefits of Methylene Blue at the Centner facility. We did an IV of it while we were there and then purchased their recommended brand to bring home with us....
Browned Butter Iced Oatmeal Cookie Bars
Ingredients Bar Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1 cup old-fashioned oats 1 cup Kamut flour or 1 cup + 2 TBSP all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed 1 large egg-...
Miami: A Compilation
Two trips to Miami in less than a month, and if the traffic wasn't so awful, I would say it would be in the running to steal us away from Vegas: the food, the beach and ocean, the biohacking wellness center, the outdoor gym. I'm telling you- it would be perfect if it...
Centner Wellness / Biohacking (Miami)
Over our birthdays in the middle of February, we planned a three day biohacking wellness retreat in Miami. If you are traveling there or live close by, I cannot recommend Centner enough. All of the staff is highly knowledgeable and accommodating; they have dozens and...
Creamy Elk and Bowtie Pasta
Easy. Delicious. Reheats. Kids love it. Easy clean-up. What else do you need to add this into your weekly dinner rotation? As always- you can sub the elk for beef, venison, ground turkey, etc! Ingredients 12oz bowtie pasta 1 TBSP olive oil 2lb ground elk 1 small...
Mouth-Taping: Benefits and FAQs
I've been sharing about mouth-taping at night for almost a year, and every time I do, I am flooded with the same questions. Hence, this blog- is your one-stop for all things mouth-taping. 30% off Mouth Tape and Nose Strips I've always been a nose breather, I've never...
Giada’s Lemon Ricotta Cookies
If you know anything about me, you know my love for Giada. Her restaurant at the Cromwell in Vegas was our first introduction to fine dining and tasting/chef's menus. Since then, I have purchased all of her cookbooks and made so many of her recipes, which are always...
Colonic FAQs
I didn't intend or plan for my first blog of 2025 to be about colonics, but here we are! Today, I shared that I was having a colonic done to my Instagram (@sarah_bowmar) and was shocked at how many inquiries I had about it! This is not medical advice. Colonic...
Date and Oatmeal Bars
Ingredients Date Filling Ingredients 2 cups pitted dates- chopped 2 TBSP honey 2/3 cup hot water pinch of sea salt Bar Ingredients 1 cup flour 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup cold butter Directions Prep filling first. In...
Elk Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
Ingredients 2lbs ground elk (or beef) 2 green bell peppers- diced 1 onion- diced 2 TBSP minced garlic 10oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 cups shredded provolone cheese 2 cups beef or bone broth Salt and pepper to taste 12oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or...
Elk Stroganoff
Ingredients 2 pounds ground elk (or beef) ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 4 ounces butter 1 white onion- diced 2 cups beef broth ⅓ cup sour cream ⅓ cup white wine salt and ground black pepper to taste 3 cups egg noodles- cooked per the brand's...
Eggnog Cake with Nutmeg Icing
Ingredients Cake 3 cups cake flour (or 2.5 cups flour and 1/2 cup arrowroot) 1.5 cups sugar 3 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 cup butter (chilled) 1 cup eggnog 1/2 cup milk 2 TBSP oil 2 tsp rum extract 3 eggs Frosting 1 cup butter (room...
Roasted Maple Carrots
Ingredients Carrots 1lb carrots- sliced 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pats 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese Candied Pecans 2 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons maple syrup...
Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad
Ingredients Salad 4 cups chopped Brussels (you should be able to purchase them chopped or shredded, you can also use lettuce) 1/4 cup pine nuts 1/4 cup shaved or grated parmesan Dressing (or do store-bought Caesar) 2 small garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon anchovy...
Hot Honey Baked Brie
Ingredients 8oz wheel or wedge Brie cheese 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts 4 TBSP hot honey (could use regular honey as well) and more for topping 1/4 tsp cinnamon Pinch of salt Directions Set your oven to 350 Prep the cheese wheel by scoring a circle on its rind about 1/4...
Brown Butter Pumpkin Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Ingredients Yield: an Oakley dozen (12, but 11 if you have toddlers) 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp almond extract 1/2 cup pumpkin (blotted to remove moisture) 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1...
Easy Elk Sliders
Ingredients 1lb ground elk (or venison, beef, etc) 1/2 TBSP olive oil 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 yellow onion- finely diced 1/4 cup mayonnaise 8 slices cheese of choice 12 dinner rolls 1 TBSP butter Directions Preheat oven to 350 and spray a...
Venison Liver Pate
Liver has so many excellent benefits and we love having liver pate when we go to any fine dining restaurant. With Josh's last buck, he tasked me with some "fancy" liver recipes, and this all-spice and sage venison pate is fantastic- you cannot taste the liver at all!...
2024 Gift Guide: Toddler Boy
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
2024 Gift Guide: Toddler Girl
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
2024 Gift Guide: Fitness / Health
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
2024 Gift Guide: Grandparents
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
Sugar Cookie Bars
Ingredients Cookie Bars 1.5 sticks (3/4 cup) butter- softened 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1 large egg 2 tsp almond extract 2 cups Kamut flour or 2.5 cups All-Purpose 1/2 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt Frosting 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter,...
2024 Gift Guide: Sarah’s Favorites
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
Candy Cane Brownie Cookies
Ingredients 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter 3/4 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 scoop chocolate protein powder 1/2 cup cocoa powder (o4 3/4 if not using protein powder) 1/2 cup flour (or 3/4 cup if not using protein powder) 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 cup chocolate chips 2...
Pepperoni Pizza Chili
This recipe will be in your weekly dinner round-up. It's so good and full of protein; the kids will LOVE it! There's no prep work, no chopping, no dicing, and hardly anything to clean up as it's a one-pot recipe 🙂 Ingredients 2lbs ground elk (or venison, beef, etc.)...
Pecan Pie Goat Cheesecakes
Ingredients (yields 16 mini cheesecakes) Gingerbread Crust 3/4 cup gingerbread crisp cookie crumbs or graham cracker crust 3 TBSP melted butter Goat Cheese Cheesecake Filling 4oz goat cheese crumbles- room temperature 1/4 cup honey or 1/4 cup sugar + 2 TBSP honey 1/4...
Hidden Veggie / High Protein Soup
Trick your kids, trick your spouse, trick yourself. This soup has EIGHT cups of vegetables plus 20g of protein in each serving! (no photo because it's not the most aesthetic look soup but dip some sourdough in it and you won't care) Ingredients 4 cups broccoli-...
Winter Roasted Brussels Salad
If you couldn't tell, I am a huge fan of Brussels Sprouts over lettuce for salads. They are so much more filling and flavorful! Ingredients 4 cups shaved Brussels (you can buy them pre-shaved) 1 shallot- chopped 1 tsp garlic powder 2 TBSP olive oil 1/3 cup pomegranate...
Churro Christmas Crack
This batch size is great to keep at home (the trick is not to eat it all in one sitting). If you're attending a party or using this as your cookie exchange, you will want to double or triple the recipe! Ingredients 1/2 cup butter (1 stick) 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup...
Potato and Hamburger Casserole (with Antelope)
Ingredients 2lbs ground antelope (or any ground meat) 4 large potatoes or 6 medium potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced) 1 medium onion (chopped) 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese 1 can of cream of mushroom soup 3/4 cup whole milk 1 tsp garlic powder 2 TBSP olive oil...
Shepherd’s Pie Soup with Antelope
Antelope is one of my favorite North American wild game meats because they typically eat sage, and I love the taste. I pair my recipes with the natural flavor of the meat. As always- use whatever ground meat you have access to or want to use! This recipe would taste...
Pumpkin Pie Bars
A recipe best served cold- this will be a crowd-pleaser (if you are willing to share)! Plus, it's quite a bit easier than making a regular pumpkin pie 🙂 Ingredients Crust and Topping 1 1/2 cups Kamut flour (or 2 cups All-Purpose) 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup unsalted...
Honey Goat Cheese Cheesecake with Pistachio Crust
Cheesecake is Josh's favorite dessert, so I knew if I was going to attempt something at home, it needed to be NEXT LEVEL. These surpassed my wildest expectations—a true crowd-pleaser! A note: it's best if the cheesecakes are set up for a few hours before enjoying...
Big Mac Elk Soup
Ingredients 2lbs ground elk (or venison or beef) 2 TBSP butter 1 small onion, chopped 2 TBSP minced garlic 3 TBSP flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp butter 3 cups beef broth 1 cup pickles, chopped 1 14.5oz can diced tomatoes (do not drain) 1 6 oz. can tomato paste ⅓ cup ketchup 3...
Hot Honey, Blue Cheese, and Walnut Pears
We had a very similar course during a chef's menu experience in Las Vegas (full blog here), and with our farm producing so many wild pears, I knew I had to try to recreate it! Ingredients Pears (ripe)- halved and cored Olive oil Blue cheese crumbles Walnut pieces Hot...
Gingerbread Muffins
Ingredients 1 3/4 cups Kamut flour or 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp ginger 1 tsp cloves 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup dark molasses 1/2 cup milk 1 stick butter- melted and cooled 2 eggs granulated...
Molasses Cookies
I *love* anything molasses, so be ready to see a lot of recipes using it this season on the blog! Before you begin this recipe- note that you do need to chill the dough for an hour (I hate when recipes don't note that at first, and then you get all excited about a...
Pumpkin Sage Sauce with Elk Meatballs
Ingredients 2 TBSP butter 1 TBSP oil 1/2 cup finely minced onion 2 TBSP minced garlic 2 tsp Italian Seasoning 2 15oz cans pumpkin puree (not pie filling) 2 cups bone broth or beef broth 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 TBSP maple syrup Fresh sage...
Cowboy Steak Butter
I could easily eat steak for every meal, especially topped with cowboy butter! We usually have about half the recipe left over, and if you have some left, it can easily be reheated the following day. Ingredients 1 stick butter 4 TBSP minced garlic 1 lemon- juiced 2...
Salted Caramel Toffee Cookies
Makes 8 large cookies or a dozen medium cookies Ingredients 1 stick butter (softened) 1 cup brown sugar 1 egg 1 1/4 cups Kamut flour or 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 two baking soda 1/4 tsp sea salt (+ more for topping) 1 toffee bar Caramel sauce...
Fall Pasta Salad
My 4-year-old asked, "Can we eat this every day?" That's it—that's the intro. Ingredients 12oz shaved Brussels sprouts (they sell these frozen) 4 TBSP oil- divided 8oz bow tie pasta 1/2 cup shaved parmesan 1/4 cup dried cherries or cranberries 1/4 cup halved pecans 3...
Pumpkin Scones with a Salted Maple Glaze
My first time making scones, and I have to say- I am pretty proud of myself. Ingredients Scone Ingredients 1 3/4 cups Kamut flour or 2 cups all-purpose flour + more for kneading 2 1/2 tbsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup...
Pumpkin Cheesecake Snickerdoodles
Ingredients (makes 16) Cheesecake Filling 4oz cream cheese- softened 2 TBSP granulated sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Cookie Dough 1/2 cup butter- room temp 1/2 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup pumpkin puree 1 large egg 2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1...
Elk Philly Cheesesteak Soup
The perfect fall (or any day meal), plus it makes fantastic leftovers too! Ingredients 2lbs ground elk (or beef, venison, etc.) 2 green bell peppers- diced 1/2 medium yellow onion- diced 1 TBSP cornstarch 4 cups milk 1 cup broth 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 2...
Pumpkin Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
Ingredients 3/4 cp Kamut flour or 1 cup All-Purpose flour 1 cup rolled oats 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking soda 2 eggs 1.5 cups pure pumpkin puree 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1 tsp almond extract (or vanilla) 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup chopped...
Protein Pumpkin Puppy Chow
A little twist on the classic puppy chow! I recommend using milk chocolate if you are subbing the protein powder with another chocolate flavor or if you are omitting the protein powder altogether! The white chocolate works with the protein pumpkin spice perfectly :)...
Creamy Tomato Orzo with Ground Antelope
This super hearty meal took less than 20 minutes to prepare and was loved by the kids, too! Ingredients 2lbs ground antelope (or any other ground meat) 1 medium onion- chopped 2 TBSP minced garlic 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta 2 14oz tomato sauce...
Elk Meatballs
Ingredients 1.5 lbs ground elk (or venison or beef) 1/2 cup finely minced purple onion 2 TBSP minced garlic 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp oregano seasoning 1 TBSP chives 1 egg 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper Olive oil for cooking Directions Combine all ingredients in...
Cream Cheese Pumpkin Protein Muffins
You need these this weekend, that is all. I try to include macros for my protein recipes 1 Muffin: 206 calories / 9g fat / 23g carbs / 7g protein Ingredients Muffin Ingredients 1 cup Kamut flour or All-Purpose 2 scoops Bowmar Nutrition Protein Pumpkin Spice (can omit...
Chicken Fried Elk Steak
It's hard to have a bad day when you know you're having chicken fried elk steak for dinner. You of course can use any sort of wild game or beef for this recipe! How to Enjoy Wild Game Without it Being Gamey Ingredients 8 elk steaks (roughly 8oz each) 2 eggs 4 TBSP...
Fall Brussels Salad- A MUST Make
Ingredients Salad 5 cups shaved Brussels 1 red apple- chopped 1/2 purple onion- chopped Handful: Pecan Halves Cranberries Goat Cheese Dressing 1 TBSP honey 1 TBSP olive oil 1 TBSP balsamic 2 TBSP mayo Salt and pepper to taste Directions In a bowl, combine all salad...
Spicy Venison Stromboli
Ingredients (makes 2) Dough 3 - 3.5 cups Kamut flour or 3.5 - 4 cups All-Purpose flour 3 TBSP yeast 1 tsp sugar 1 tbsp salt 1 cup hot water 3 TBSP olive oil Toppings Ground Italian Sausage Pizza sauce or marinara sauce Cheese of choice Olives Peppers Onions Banana...
Pumpkin Coffee Cake
Ingredients Cake 1.5 cups Kamut flour or 2 cups All-Purpose flour 1/2 cup butter- softened 1 tsp pumpkin pie seasoning 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp baking powder 1 large egg 1/3 cup whole milk 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup sugar 1 cup pure pumpkin (not pie filling)...
Pumpkin Donuts with a Maple Glaze
So yummy and perfect for fall! Yields 6, double, or triple as desired Ingredients Donuts 3/4 cup Kamut flour or 1 cup All-Purpose 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1/4 cup coconut oil 1/3 cup brown sugar...
Giada’s Lemon Spaghetti with Venison Italian Sausage
Our first chef's menu restaurant experience was at Giada's in the Cromwell in Las Vegas. One of the dishes was her signature lemon spaghetti, and they even sent you home with the recipe! I made a few tweaks and added the venison sausage, so don't be afraid to play...
How To: Enjoy Wild Game Meat Without It Being Gamey
Whenever I share wild game recipes, I am asked how to make wild game taste "not so gamey." We don't mind the taste, even if it is gamey, but I know it can bother some people who are used to beef or chicken instead of deer and wild turkey. We have eaten some pretty...
Garlic Dijon Antelope Tenderloins with Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Okay. This is the only way I will be cooking game meat tenderloins from now on. It was so flavorful, and the meat was extremely tender. If you try this recipe, you will impress anyone! Use whatever tenderloin you have available as well! Tenderloin Ingredients...
Maple Almond Crinkle Cookies
Josh and I had our ten-year courthouse wedding anniversary a few days ago, and in honor of our wedding cake flavor (almond), I wanted to make something fall-ish for us to celebrate at home. These crinkle cookies are amazing and an easy recipe for the kids to help...
All The Lash Details!
I started getting lash extensions in December 2018. When I got pregnant with Oakley, we had to start modifying my appointments since you're not supposed to lay on your back for an extended period. Then, the pandemic hit, and lash salons were one of the first places to...
Salted Caramel Apple Fritter Bread
Our apple trees are producing like crazy right now, so be prepared for a ton of apple-themed recipes! Ingredients 3 medium red apples, chopped (peel if desired; I did not) 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 2 large eggs 1/4 cup white sugar...
3 Ingredient Salted Caramel Date Sauce
If you like caramel, this recipe is for you! It's extremely easy to make and a natural alternative to traditional caramel. Ingredients 2 cups pitted dates- packed 2 cups boiling water 1/2 tsp sea salt Directions Add boiling water and dates to a bowl, cover, and let...
Iced Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Per usual, these made an Oakley dozen (aka 11 cookies instead of a full dozen). They are great with and without the icing and taste like oatmeal cookies but with a fall twist! Ingredients Cookie Ingredients 1 cup old-fashioned oats 1 cup Kamut flour or 1.5 cups...
“Everything but the Bagel” Deer in a Blanket
A little twist on the classic "pigs in a blanket" made with our deer lil' smokies Ingredients Puff Pastry Ingredients (or use a store-bought sheet) 1 cups Kamut Flour or 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon table salt 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 8 tablespoons...
Venison Patty Melts
I'm always trying to come up with new ways to use our venison that aren't just chili or spaghetti. These patty melts were insanely easy to make! Try them with your next deer (or beef)! Ingredients 1lb ground venison 1 TBSP Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp Montreal-style...
Homemade Thousand Island Dressing
One of my resolutions this year was not to buy any salad dressing. This was such an easy way to make Thousand Island dressing and most likely- you already have all the ingredients Ingredients 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup ketchup 3 TBSP sweet pickle relish Directions Whisk...
4 Ingredient Frozen Dark Chocolate Raspberry Clusters
These are AMAZING and make the best post-dinner sweet treat! Ingredients 2 heaping cups of raspberries 2 TBSP honey 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Sea Salt Directions In a bowl, mash raspberries. Add honey On a parchment-covered baking sheet, scoop small plops of...
Viral Frozen Sea Salt Chocolate PB Bananas
This has been sweeping the internet, and for good reason- it's such a perfect little sweet and salty treat at the end of the day. I will preface that the recipes and videos I've seen online use A TON of peanut butter, but I still try to keep my treats in check as best...
Easy French Onion Venison Roast
Josh said this was one of his favorite recipes I have ever made! With fall and winter right around the corner, a crockpot meal is an absolute move! Plus, you only need a few ingredients! Ingredients 2 - 3lb venison roast (or beef) 2 cups broth + 2 cups water 1 packet...
Fall Spiced Butterscotch Chip Cookies
I don't think I'll be able to eat regular chocolate chip cookies after this version! I was inspired by a recent trip to Vegas and a fall cookie I saw at a bakery we were at. The nutmeg and molasses' warmth really brings out this cookie's flavor! Ingredients 6 TBSP...
Apple Fritter Cookies
As Bob Ross would say, "We don't have mistakes; we have happy accidents." These, my friends, were a happy accident. I intended them to be apple fritter donut bites, but I didn't have enough flour to hold them together, so they became the softest cookies I have ever...
Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo with Venison Italian Sausage
This was so easy and a fan favorite in our house. Plus, the leftover meat sauce tastes amazing over rice or even just as is! Ingredients 2lbs ground Italian venison sausage (or pork) Pasta of choice- we aren't huge pasta people, so I only did 1/2 a box, but use how...
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Cinnamon rolls are such a labor of love. Still, these are worth the 3.5 hours they will take you (you can make them ahead of time and keep them in the fridge overnight, but with the extra rise time in the morning, you are only going to save about 45 minutes). Your...
Tahini and Caper Brussels Sprouts Salad
If you are a Brussels sprouts fan, this recipe is for you! They aren't mushy or crunchy—the perfect roasted salad or side dish for your next meal! Ingredients Brussels Sprouts 2 TBSP olive oil 2lbs trimmed and halved Brussels Salt and pepper Tahini Dressing 1 large...
Pumpkin Spice Fall Trail Mix
You will be the HIT of your next tailgate or party if you make this (plus it feels super fancy but takes hardly any time at all, a perfect win)! Feel free to get creative, too. If you have other nuts or berries in your house that you want to use up, throw them in,...
Roasted Tomato Soup with Hawaiian Roll Grilled Cheese
The beauty of garden-fresh cherry tomatoes is that you don't have to peel/core them to use them in soups and sauces! Plus, they are a little sweeter than larger heirloom tomatoes, which gives them a unique flavor. Ingredients Soup Ingredients 4lbs cherry tomatoes...
Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
I love recipes that don't call for insane ingredients you have never heard of. The kids and I decided to make some pumpkin muffins this morning, so we threw one together with some ingredients we had in the house and just made it work. They turned out amazing, and I...
Raw Egg Protein Pumpkin Coffee Creamer
We are having fake fall in Iowa so naturally all of the pumpkin recipes are coming out to play. I cannot escape all of the PSLs on my feed but I refuse to consume the seed oils in most creamers- so let's make our own! Plus, this creamer is packed with protein and so...
Brown Butter Scallops with Butternut Squash Puree and Parmesan Venison Bacon
The recipe title is long, but this meal was easy yet fancy! It took me longer to type the title than it did to make the recipe (under 20 minutes, total). It's also perfect for fall! Ingredients (makes 2) 20 small scallops or 12 - 15 medium scallops 2 TBSP butter 1...
Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Venison Sausage
Ingredients 2lbs Italian Venison Sausage (about nine links)* 1 TBSP olive oil 20oz potato gnocchi 2 cups heavy cream 1 1/2 cup chicken broth 3 TBSP minced garlic 2 cups butternut squash puree** Salt and pepper to taste Sage for topping Directions Slice sausage (can...
Salted Caramel Applesauce Muffins
Ingredients 1 cup applesauce 2 tbsp milk of choice 2 tsp pure vanilla extract 2 tsp white or cider vinegar 1 cup flour (I use Kamut) 1/4 cup sugar or sugar substitute 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp each: baking soda and baking powder 1/4 tsp cinnamon optional handful of...
Crunchy Baked Hot Honey Turkey
I am always looking for ways to make wild turkey fancy, and I think these do just that! As always, use store-bought turkey breasts or chicken breasts—don't limit yourself to the wild game I use! Ingredients 6 cups cornflakes 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp...
Road Trip Toddler Essentials
Unfortunately, we just got back from a road trip for my grandma's funeral, and our kids usually don't do well in the car past the 2 hours (this was a 6-hour car ride, not including the times we stopped). Our kids are 4 and 2.5, for reference on the items listed below!...
40G Protein Yogurt Dip
This is such an easy way to help you hit your protein goals for the day! You can enjoy it with apples, grapes, or just with a spoon—whatever works for you! Don't be afraid to get creative, either—there are so many flavor combination possibilities, so you should never...
Home Office Decor and Organization
I hired a professional organizer several months ago, and we have been chipping away at all the rooms/closets in the house to organize everything. The weight that has been lifted off my shoulders is truly incredible. I never know how much of my fight or flight was...
Oakley’s Hair
Oakley is hair goals, in every sense of the word. I am always floored at how many messages I get whenever I share her beautiful hair so I wanted a place to keep all the tips I have for your toddlers hair! Products We Use and Love Bowmar Nutrition Collagen (one scoop a...
Africa Packing List
We’ve been blessed to travel to some of the most unique and remote locations around the world to bow hunt. Since our first trip to Africa in 2016, we have returned six times and have spent more than six months on the dark continent. Every trip has been an adventure,...
Protein Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
Ingredients (makes 9 muffins) Streusel Topping 1/4 cup Kamut or all-purpose flour 1/8 cup brown sugar (swerve alternative) 1/8 cup granulated sugar (swerve alternative) 1/8 cup melted butter 1/2 tsp cinnamon Muffin Batter 3/4 cup Kamut or all-purpose flour 1 tsp...
Venison Quiche (With Crust)
Ingredients Pie Crust (could also use store-bought) 1.5 cups Kamut flour 3/4 cup ice cold water 1/2 tsp salt 1 stick butter- cold Quiche 6 whole eggs 1 cup whole milk 1lb venison maple sausage 1 cup cheddar cheese- divided 1/2 TBSP garlic powder 1 tsp salt 1 white...
Toddler Pool Necessities
I live for pool days! I did not, however, realize how much stuff I would need to have happy days at the pool. Lucky for you - I have compiled a list so you don't have to! Mind you, we go to a private pool at our gym, and some things are provided, such as towels and...
Fall Fruit Salad- A MUST Make
Okay, this was such a simple salad, but it tasted so fancy! It would be a perfect dish to bring anywhere in the fall and winter—or just enjoy at home! Ingredients 16 oz red seedless grapes 12 oz blackberries 1/2 cup chopped salted pecans Grapefruit- for juice and...
Apple Pie Blondies
Okay, honestly, I didn't know what to call these. They were one of the best desserts I have ever made, but they were so soft that you had to eat them with a fork (which isn't the worst thing in the world). I wish we had some protein vanilla ice cream (with the cream)...
Venison Shepherd’s Pie
If you need a go-to recipe for fall/winter that isn't chili- this is it! As always, use whatever meat you have- we have freezers full of venison, so that's what you will always see me using! Ingredients Meat Filling 2 TBSP butter 1 medium onion- chopped 2lbs ground...
Strawberry Kamut Cake
The perfect summer cake- a strawberry cake with strawberry icing! This is a dense cake, but not heavy at all! Ingredients Strawberry Cake 2lbs strawberries 3/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup milk (strawberry milk if you have it) 4 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups Kamut...
Homemade Coffee / Magnesium Scrub
The further and further I dive into the rabbit hole that is titled "the government is trying to poison us and disrupt our hormones every chance they get," I've come to realize how many unnecessary ingredients are in our skincare. Our skin is our largest organ, so it's...
Brown Butter Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies
Who doesn't love brown butter cookies? I will warn you—after you brown the butter, it takes at least 30 minutes in the freezer for these to actually start making the cookies, so plan accordingly! As always, I replaced the sugar with Swerve (linked below). Just by...
How I Improved My Scoliosis
If you have followed me on Instagram for over 36 hours, you have heard/seen me talk about scoliosis. I was diagnosed in seventh grade with two different curves: 27 and 32 degrees. I never had a brace or surgery and was routinely checked to see if the degrees were...
How to Navigate Traveling Without Kids – For You and Them
We spent 35 days in Africa without our kids (2 and 3.5 years old). I have never dreaded anything more in my life—I was riddled with stress, anxiety, and guilt over taking the trip the second we booked it. I was in constant fight-or-flight for the better part of six...
Apple Pound Cake
I have been on a baking kick lately and I came across a variation of this recipe on TikTok and needed to recreate it- but in a slightly healthier way. Again, per usual, using the Swerve sweetener in both the granular and powdered versions which saves over 2,000...
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Bars
It seems like every week, we have ripe bananas that need used. This week we made chocolate chip banana bread bars- so much easier than actual bread! I used the SWERVE sugar substitute and their chocolate chips for these and eliminated over 800 calories from the entire...
Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pie Bars
A gas station staple- but made at home! These were surprisingly very easy, and I already had everything I needed in my pantry! As usual, I am using Kamut flour and SWERVE sugar to save over 1000 calories and avoid refined table sugar Ingredients Bars 1 cup butter...
Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tart Bars
Ingredients Bars: 1 cup unsalted butter - softened 1/2 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 2 tsp pure vanilla extract pinch of salt 3 eggs 2 cups Kamut flour (2 1/2 cups all-purpose) Brown Sugar Filling: 1 cup brown sugar lightly packed 1 Tbsp ground...
PEMF Mat
I ordered Josh a PEMF mat for his birthday, so naturally, I also ordered myself one (girl math, or something). Over the last three months, we both have been using them nightly, and I cannot wait to share what I think! This mat is FSA / HSA Eligible as well What is...
Easy Meal Prep Venison Taco Bowls
One of the easiest meals to prep: taco bowls! Ingredients Rice (we do Jasmine) Ground venison- browned (use whatever meat you want) Taco Seasoning Avocados- diced Salsa or Pico Street Corn Other options: lettuce, cheese, queso, sour cream, guacamole, fajita veggies,...
3 Step Mexican Street Corn
Ingredients 1 TBSP unsalted butter 3-4 cups fresh corn cut from cob or frozen corn (about 4-5 fresh corn cobs) 2 TBSP mayonnaise 1/2 cup Cotija cheese or queso fresco grated or crumbled 2 green onions finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped 1 lime juiced...
Coffee Cake Banana Bread
Like any banana bread, I had ripe bananas that needed to be used TODAY, or they were going to the chickens for food. Luckily, I had this recipe saved for a while, and it was the perfect day to make it! I have been replacing my sugar with swerve and stevia. You can use...
Mothers Day Gift Guide 2024
I promise you, we don't want heart shaped jewelry. If your wife or mom follows me, she will want any of these items- I can promise you that. Everything is listed from top to bottom and left to right- happy shopping! Non-Tox Candles and Bath Soaks- code...
Frosted Lemon Bars
These are perfect if you are looking for something that isn't sickly sweet and over the top! Ingredients Cake 2 cups kamut flour (or 2.5 all-purpose) 4 large eggs 2/3 cup honey 2/3 cup butter- room temperature 1/2 cup milk 2 tsp pure vanilla extract 3 TBSP fresh...
Blueberry Pop-tarts- Sheet Pan Style
I have made a few styles of pop-tarts before, but this recipe from HBH turned out the best (and was the easiest). She did a strawberry version, but we had blueberries, so I went with that! Ingredients Pop-tarts 2 cups kamut flour or 2.5 cups all-purpose 2 sticks (1...
Venison Mongolian Meatballs
No introduction is needed. These were amazing and great for meal prep! As usual, use whatever meat you have! INGREDIENTS Meatballs 2 pounds of ground venison 2 eggs 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1 cup thinly...
Blueberry Monkey Bread
I love Half Baked Harvest and own all of her cookbooks. She shared this recipe on Instagram over the weekend, and immediately, I knew it was something I needed in my life. I made a few small changes that I have listed below. Please keep in mind that with the proof,...
Mini Lemon Flower Tarts
My great-grandma and aunt always make a lemon dessert for Easter, and it's one of my favorite things about the holiday! I aim to continue this tradition for my own children, and these are definitely going to be on repeat for years to come. They were so easy but looked...
Honey Basil Grilled Zucchini with Goat Cheese
This easy side dish is so flavorful and one you will want to make again and again! Lucky for us, I had almost everything I needed: the garden freezer stash, the remaining honey from my bees, and basil from my indoor garden! Next year, my plan is to make goat cheese! ...
Watermelon Strawberry Collagen Gummies
I love recipes that are kid-friendly and with the fun shapes- these are just that! Make any flavor combination you like, we have unflavored, watermelon, and peach raspberry collagen! Ingredients 2 cups halved strawberries 2 TBSP honey 1/4 cup water 1 scoop watermelon...
Pull Apart Pizza Cups
I have been seeing these all over TikTok, so I decided to try them with a little spin of my own! I made homemade pizza dough from The Food Nanny, but you can always buy store-bought if you don't want to. Skip ahead if doing so! Pizza Dough Ingredients 1 tablespoon...
Quick Homemade Crackers
Okay, these were seriously the best crackers I've ever made. I don't know if it was the food processor, the seasonings, or a combination of both, but these were AMAZING! Ingredients Seasoning Topping 1 tsp nutritional yeast 1 tsp poultry seasoning 1/2 tsp garlic...
Easter Bunny Chow
This is a little Easter twist on puppy chow! It can obviously be made for any holiday, but the Easter candies really make it pop! Ingredients 4 cups Chex cereal 2 cups pretzels 1 cup salted peanuts 8oz vanilla almond bark 10-ounce bag of easter chocolate candies (we...
Vanilla Protein Powdered Donuts (LOW Sugar)
These donuts were super easy and contained 7-8g of protein per donut (based on the type of flour and protein powder used). Mine had 8 using Kamut flour and Bowmar Nutrition protein (not too shabby for a low-sugar donut)! Ingredients (yields 6 standard-sized donuts)...
Frosted Cinnamon Swirl Raisin Bread
This bread reminds me so much of the cinnamon swirl bread my mom used to buy! I love that I can make this at home! Ingredients Bread: 2 1/2 TBSP active dry yeast 1/2 cup warm water 1 3/4 cup warm water 3 TBSP Sugar 2 TBSP melted butter 4 cups Kamut flour (or 4.5 cups...
