Meal planning and prep each week is something I live by. If I am going to cook I always make it worth my while and cook large batches of food to freeze and call another week when life is hectic.

Homemade marinara is one of this batch cooking staples. I make my own because I can control the quality of the ingredients and the sugar content in my sauce vs sauces you find at the store. I can also make the argument that is more cost effective and tastier too.

This recipe will make you approx 6-7 mason jars of sauce. 

Shannon's Homemade Marinara Sauce 

3 (14.5-oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes

4 tsp. olive oil

2 large chopped onion 

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)

2 tbsp of italian seasoning ( add more to taste)

1 tbsp parsley ( add more to taste)

1. Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Add onion; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent.

4. Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently...

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About 14 months ago I was dealing with severe gut health issues. Bloat, fatigue, brain fog, malabsorption...that lead me to a functional medicine doc who helped me tremendously.  One thing he talk about was using coconut oil ( concentrated version is MCT oil aka caprylic acid) as an antifungal, antiviral and antimicrobial. And it stuck with me ever sense.  

I have been using coconut daily to help with my gut healing journey and thought that it may just be a boost for our bodies during this time with its antiviral properties.  I am not making any claims about it curing or preventing disease but I am using as a part of my diet to give me a boost in the right direction...plus these babies are so delicious as a treat...warning...it helps if you like coconut. 

Almond Butter Chocolate Fat Bombs

1 cup organic Coconut Butter 

1/2 cup organic coconut oil 

3 tablespoons stevia powder or swerve 

3 tablespoons almond butter

3 tablespoons org...