Festive Traditions eBook Review and Giveaway!

I'm so excited to tell you about this e-book.

Is it because I think Jill Marks, the editor of Modern Alternative Kitchen, is a super talented lady with some kick-butt recipes? Is it because I happened to contribute one of the recipes and I'm a little bit giddy about it? Is it because I think everyone who gathers for a holiday meal should real this book for inspiration on how to make delicious and healthy holiday food?

Yes. Yes. And yes!

I had the privilege of being one of the recipe testers for this lovely book. (By the way...recipe testing is REALLY FUN.) One of the questions I was asked to answer about each recipe was "Would you recommend this to your friends?" And, without exception, my answer was yes.

I know, that's a lot of yesses. Just bein' honest, friends.

Here's what struck me about Jill's recipes: they are simple. Where I would have been tempted to add more ingredients, Jill kept things simple and let the already delicious flavors of real food stand out. I was pleasantly surprised with each one I tested.

The Oatmeal Pecan Waffles have become a staple in our home. The Sweet Potato Casserole is the only one I've ever tasted that rivals my family's  beloved recipe. And I think I could eat the whole batch of Spinach Artichoke Dip in one sitting.

Want to health-ify your favorite green bean casserole or cheesy potatoes? Or find an alternative to store-bough egg nog? Or maybe you're hosting Christmas for the first time this year and you need to learn how to roast the perfect bird? Look no further than Festive Traditions: a Real Food Guide to the Holidays.

Check out a description of the book and the table of contents here. And then enter the giveaway below! It will be open until Saturday December 8 at 12:01 Eastern Time. Good luck!

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Announcing...the Winner of the Real {Fast} Food!

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Real {Fast} Food Giveaway! 

One lucky winner will receive a free copy of Real {Fast} Food by Trina Holden.

And the winner is...

Review and GIVEAWAY! Real {Fast} Food by Trina Holden

The number one concern I get from readers about trying to switch over to a Real Food lifestyle is "How will I have the time to do it all?"

It can't be denied that real food takes time. But I do believe that anyone can do it, given the right strategies and tools. No, not perfectly, but it's not about perfection.

Before I go any further, I have to tell you that I will never advertise products I do not believe in 100%. This blog is not about making money, it's about helping people learn how to feed their families well. If I make a little money by telling you about products that I really do believe will help you in that journey, awesome. Just in case you think my only goal is to sell you stuff. :)

The eBook Real {Fast} Food by Trina Holden entered my life at the perfect time. I have an almost three-year-old, a five-month-old who has been fussier than normal lately (and NOT napping), and a husband who is a full-time-student working multiple part-time jobs. I'm a stay-at-home mom who works very part-time teaching dance, is trying to make time to dance (because without dance I'm not me!), and you know, trying my hand at this whole real-food-blogging thing. I've got a lot goin' on!

I'm pretty sure you probably have as much going on as I do. Maybe you work full time. Maybe you are homeschooling your children. Maybe you are super involved in your church or sports or your community. But I'm pretty sure you're short on time, like me.

In this book, you will learn how to make Real Food fit into Real Life. Trina talks you through menu planning, grocery shopping less often, quick lunches, and preparing food in bulk. And she's included loads of family-tested recipes!

Did I mention the recipes?! Not only are they delicious, but once you try them, you get the real meaning of the title, "Real {Fast} Food." I've tried almost all of her breakfast recipes (I love breakfast foods!). Many of them are faster versions of favorites. Oven-baked pancake instead of standing forever over the griddle. Make-ahead egg casserole where you scramble the eggs first, so it doesn't take forever in the oven. Baked oatmeal that can be frozen and reheated for quick breakfasts later on.

Need some fast ideas for dinner? She has plenty of casseroles and meat dishes that only require a few minutes of hands on time. How about making a double batch of the best whole wheat pizza crust ever so you can just roll it out, top it, and bake it some night when you're in a hurry? And it really is the best whole wheat pizza crust I've ever made. After years of wishing for something better, I've finally found one that my husband and I both LOVE!

And really, that's my sentiment about all the recipes I've tried: "This is what I've been wishing for!"

Some of my favorite parts are the printables for meal planning and grocery shopping, the tips for combating "Kitchen Fatigue," and "How to Fire Your Microwave."

Want more details? Here is the table of contents:

All this for only $6! Want you own copy? Buy it here! It is available in PDF, Kindle, and Nook formats.

More good news: Trina is giving away a FREE copy of this book to one of you! Enter in the Rafflecopter widget below. There is one mandatory entry and several optional entries to increase your chances of winning! The giveaway ends October 24th at 12:01 AM EST. I will announce the winner on the blog on October 25th. Good luck!

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Disclosure: I received a free copy for review. I am an affiliate of Real {Fast} Food and will receive a percentage from any sales made through my links. But I'd tell you about it even if I wasn't making a dime!

This is part of: Real Food Wednesday, Whole Foods Wednesday, Healthy2Day Wednesday, Keep it Real Thursday