This photo is not awesome, but the cake totally is.

Guys- by the time you read this I will be on a plane. OMG. I’m freaking out a little, okay a lot, as I type and schedule this post.

Like most things that come out of the slow cooker, it ain’t going to win any beauty contests but this oatmeal tastes and smells like Christmas (or Thanksgiving.)

So, this recipe- totally winged it. And with any experiment, I was not completely confident in how it would turn out. My trusty slow-cooker had my back though, I should not have wasted a moment on worry.

Truth be told when I looked at the oatmeal in the morning after it had been cooking overnight, I was a tad disappointed in its appearance (even though my kitchen smelled amaze) but looks aren't everything folks, right? So if yours has a strange clumpy layer on top- chuck that part out, give the rest a stir and grab a bowl.

My daughter asked for seconds.  Need I say more?

The diced pumpkin melts in your mouth

Ingredients

• 2 or 3 Giant handfuls diced pumpkin or butternut squash
• 1 cup Oats (I used organic)
• 3 cups Almond Milk (you can use water or regular milk)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon Cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 teaspoon Coconut Oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey or Brown Sugar (optional)

Cooking Directions

1. Sear the diced pumpkin in coconut oil for a few minutes (my slow cooker has the option to do this without having to dirty another pan.)
2. Add remaining ingredients and give them a stir.
3. Slow cook on low for about 8 hours, overnight.
4. Add toppings if desired. I used some roasted pine nuts and sweetened coconut flakes.

 

Mom's Chicken Salad

Ingredients

• 1 or 2 Breasts Cooked Chicken
• 2 Cups Celery
• 2 Cups Sliced Grapes (any type works I used black grapes here)
• 1/4 Cup Mayo (try this awesome homemade one)
• 1/4 Cup Greek Yoghurt (Or Plain)
• 1 Teaspoon Poultry Seasoning

Cooking Directions

1. Dice or shred chicken and celery. Slice the grapes.
2. Throw ingredients into a bowl.
3. Mix the mayo, yogurt, and seasoning together first (prevents unnecessary grape mushing.)
4. Fold dressing in with rest of the ingredients.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

A dessert that will destroy your chocolate craving: And it's healthy enough to share with bubs.

The clean-up takes longer than actually making this.

I'm obsessed with the Foodgawker App.  When I get bored or need inspiration it's my go-to. Personally, cooking is a constant challenge to make the healthiest (most of the time) and most delicious meals possible.  I consider it a win if I can't tell if something is good or bad for me.  Like this one here.  Mmmmm.

I saw this recipe for Avocado Banana Raw Chocolate Mousse and have simplified it in my kitchen.  It's so easy and seriously delicious.  Perfect for summer because there is no heat involved.  Don't get me wrong I'll eat it in winter too because chocolate is good all year long.

Ingredients

• 1 Avocado
• 1 Banana
• 2 Spoonfuls Coco Powder
• 2 Spoonfuls Honey
• 1 Cup Coconut Milk (the canned kind works best)
• Pinch Salt (Optional)

Cooking Directions

1. Throw all ingredients into a blender until smooth and fluffy. You can eat it right away but I like to chill mine in the fridge for a while first.