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Easy Slow Cooker “Apple Pie” Sauce

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My boys adore this simple homemade applesauce. (Affectionately known as “apple pie sauce” in our house.) So when my neighbor’s apple tree exploded with an abundance of apples this month, we pulled out our slow cooker and started peeling …This lightly spiced version of a traditional classic uses pure apple juice and maple syrup, with just a hint of cinnamon, to accentuate the sweetness of the apples. Mmm…so yummy!

I’m sharing this easy-to-make recipe (perfect for getting the kids in the kitchen with you) over at The Better Mom website. Join me there to get this delicious recipe, perfect for enjoying as a healthy snack, scrumptios lunchbox side and it’s great for creating delicious, healthier baked goods too!

 

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It’s a wrap! Sweet & savory roll-ups your whole family will enjoy! (GF Option)

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Clockwise from top: Greek Salad Wrap, Banana Nut Butter Roll-Up, Turkey Spinach Wrap and Strawberry Cream Roll-Up

Wraps (a.k.a. Roll-Ups) are a tasty, fun and attractive alternative to the traditional sandwich. And they’re also a fun and frugal way to repurpose dinner leftovers!

We love “the wrap” – they make a great lunch/lunchbox option and a delicious, nutritious snack. In fact, my kids have eaten foods they normally turn down, when I roll it up in a tortilla wrap! Apparently, the cute little roll-up makes everything look and taste yummier!

Below are a few of our favorite healthy GF wrap recipes, as well as a lot more ideas for real food wrapping … Enjoy!

A healthy wrap begins with a nutritious tortilla … 
Below are a few options for making your own homemade grain-free tortillas:
• Almond Flour Tortillas
• Coconut Flour Tortillas
• Egg-Free & GF Tortillas

Wrapping tips …
• A warm tortilla is generally easier to roll-up than a cold one, and is less likely to break or tear. So once you’ve got the ingredients ready for your wrap, heat a skillet over medium heat and slightly warm the tortilla on both sides. Then add your wrap ingredients and roll, following additional tips below.
• To help “seal” the tortilla, include some form of spread as a base layer (like mayo, cream cheese, nut butter, etc.). Then add your wrap ingredients making sure to leave about one inch of one side of your tortilla free of heavy ingredients. Start rolling on the side with ingredients, so you end the roll-up on the side with spread-only in order to help seal it.
• Once you’ve finished rolling-up your wrap, gently squeeze it with cupped hands, like a sushi chef does with a sushi roll.

More delicious wrap ideas …
In addition to the recipes provided below, the following are more ideas for creating delicious, nutritious wraps/roll-ups …
• BLAT: Spread tortilla with mayo and add bacon, lettuce, avocado and tomato
• Philly Cheese Steak: Spread tortilla with mayo or spicy mustard and add thinly sliced
steak, sautéed onion and some shredded (or thinly sliced) raw cheese
• Crunchy Veggie: Spread tortilla with mayo or cream cheese and add your favorite raw
veggies like shredded carrot, zucchini, spinach, broccoli, cucumber, etc.
• Taco Salad: Spread tortilla with refried beans and/or guacamole; then add chopped lettuce, grated raw cheese and seasoned meat.
• Grilled Chicken Salad
• Avocado Egg Salad
• Tuna Salad (or Salmon Salad)

Lunchbox Love CollageP.S. I’ve got a fun way to say I Love You! These little Lunchbox Love Notes are absolutely precious, and are such a heartfelt way to let your kids know how much you love and care about them.

Whether you have preschoolers, elementary age kids or teens, SayPlease.com has an amazing line of “love notes” for kids of all ages, even adults. The notes include an inspiring message along with cool trivia and funny jokes.

I love putting these thoughtful little notes into my boys’ lunchboxes, because I know it makes them feel loved and special!

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Greek Salad Wrap

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup diced grilled chicken
  • 1 large organic romaine lettuce leaf, chopped
  • 5-6 kalamata olives, chopped
  • 3 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp diced organic tomato
  • 2 tbsp diced organic cucumber
  • Homemade Italian dressing
  • 1 whole grain or GF tortilla

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients and add a drizzle of homemade Italian dressing, if desired.
  2. Spread a thin layer of mayo evenly across tortilla.
  3. Add Greek salad ingredients and roll up. (Definitely one of my favorite lunch wraps!)
https://thenourishinghome.com/2012/04/its-a-wrap-sweet-savory-roll-ups-your-whole-family-will-enjoy-gf-option/

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Banana Nut Butter Roll-Up

Banana Nut Butter Roll-Up

Ingredients

  • 1/2 large organic banana, sliced thinly
  • 2 tbsp of your favorite nut butter
  • 1 tbsp raw honey
  • 1 whole grain or GF tortilla

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine nut butter and honey.
  2. Spread evenly across tortilla.
  3. Add sliced banana and roll up.
https://thenourishinghome.com/2012/04/its-a-wrap-sweet-savory-roll-ups-your-whole-family-will-enjoy-gf-option/

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Turkey Spinach Wrap

Turkey Spinach Wrap

Ingredients

  • 3-5 thinly sliced nitrate-free turkey slices
  • Fresh spinach leaves
  • 3 tbsp grated raw cheese
  • 1 whole grain or GF tortilla

Instructions

  1. Spread a thin layer of mayo evenly across tortilla.
  2. Place spinach leaves evenly across tortilla and sprinkle with cheese.
  3. Top with turkey slices, then roll up.
https://thenourishinghome.com/2012/04/its-a-wrap-sweet-savory-roll-ups-your-whole-family-will-enjoy-gf-option/

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Strawberry Cream Roll-Up

Strawberry Cream Roll-Up

Ingredients

  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 tsp raw honey
  • 3-4 fresh organic strawberries, finely diced
  • 1 whole grain or GF tortilla

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and honey.
  2. Add diced strawberries and mix until well combined.
  3. Spread evenly across tortilla and roll up. (A delicious sweet, creamy treat!)
https://thenourishinghome.com/2012/04/its-a-wrap-sweet-savory-roll-ups-your-whole-family-will-enjoy-gf-option/

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Cinnamon Apple Roll-Up

Cinnamon Apple Roll-Up

Ingredients

  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 tsp raw honey
  • 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped raisins
  • ¼ cup finely diced organic apple
  • 1 whole grain or GF tortilla

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, honey and cinnamon.
  2. Add diced raisins and apples and mix until well combined.
  3. Spread evenly across tortilla and roll up. (A favorite after-school snack!)
https://thenourishinghome.com/2012/04/its-a-wrap-sweet-savory-roll-ups-your-whole-family-will-enjoy-gf-option/

Looking for more great lunch ideas and recipes?
MomablesFinal_wtagBe sure to check out my friend Laura at MOMables for lots of whole food based recipes and ideas for making lunch delicious, nutritious and FUN! (P.S. Laura offers a weekly lunch meal plan subscription program. There is no obligation, but if you opt to sign up via the link here, a small portion of the proceeds helps to support The Nourishing Home at no additional cost to you. Thank you!)

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Raw Almond Butter Truffles (GF)

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Deliciously decadent truffles that are healthy – could it be true? Oh yes, it is! Hope you enjoy these delicious real food truffles too! Mmm!

As a fun twist to this delectable recipe, I’ve also used this as the base to create some scrumptious dairy-free, grain-free Raw Cookie Dough Bites – perfect for kids of all ages!

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Raw Almond Butter Truffles (GF)

Yield: 24 truffles

Raw Almond Butter Truffles (GF)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy raw almond butter
  • 1/2 cup, plus 2 tbsp raw honey
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp filtered water
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups organic coconut flour
  • 3 tbsp ground golden flax seed
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • Optional choices for rolling truffles: Unsweetened shredded coconut; fine-crushed dried strawberries; or carob, cocoa or raw cacao powder

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the raw almond butter, honey, coconut oil, water and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut flour, ground flax seed and salt.
  3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix well to combine.
  4. Use your hands to really knead the dough well to combine all the ingredients together.
  5. Then, scoop out tablespoon-size portions and roll into balls using your hands.
  6. Next, roll each truffle in your choice of toppings. Or melt some dark chocolate and dip each ball into the melted chocolate and place on wax paper to set.
  7. Refrigerate truffles for at least 30 minutes prior to serving.
  8. Store in airtight container in frig for up to a week or in freezer for up to one month.
  9. These truffles are perfect for parties, or just for fun! Enjoy!

Notes

For information about why I only purchase fair trade chocolate and other products, click here.

https://thenourishinghome.com/2012/04/raw-almond-butter-truffles-gf/

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