Welcome to Smarty Plants Recipes – If you saw me on Canvas Rebel and Local 12 News, I’m so glad you are here! This is a happy space for clean eating. Most of the recipes here are simple and healthy, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, and made with minimally processed ingredients. From healthy griddle favorites to family meals, everything is created with love and care.

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As Seen on Local 12 News – Healthy Blackstone Griddle Recipe and Healthier Cake Idea

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Recent Recipes

Turkey Taco Bell Pepper Wraps

stuffed bell peppers with ground turkey taco filling

Cilantro Lime Coleslaw

fresh cilantro lime coleslaw made with shredded green and purple cabbage, carrots, cilantro, served with a wedge of lime in a white bowl

Loaded Turkey Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Veggie Sauce

loaded Turkey Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Veggie Sauce featured in the press

Press Coverage

Featured on Local 12 News – Highlighting my journey of healing chronic illness through clean eating. Watch my story and cooking segments featured in these televised health reports.

  1. Grilling Fruits may Boost Health Benefits, Expert says (Local 12 News)

July 22, 2025

2. Study Links Restrictive Diets to Increased Depression Risk (Local 12 News)

July 11, 2025

3. Eating by Color: A Vibrant Path to Better Health this Summer (Local 12 News)

June 10, 2025

4. What’s Happening in Health – June 8, 2025 (Local 12 News)

June 8, 2025

5. Clean Eating Linked to Reduced Inflammation and Chronic Illness Relief (Local 12 News)

June 2025

6. Young Mom with Rare Condition Shares Healing Recipes Online (Local 12 News)

November 7, 2024

7. What’s Happening in Health – November 10, 2024 (Local 12 News)

November 10, 2024

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