The Purposeful Plate

Joanna Johnsen with long curly hair smiling, holding a brochure with an image of her on the cover, in front of a plain light-colored wall.

I wrote it because I missed the foods I loved.

When I had to cut out gluten, dairy, sugar, corn, and peas, I felt like everything comforting was off-limits. So I started recreating the meals, treats, and flavors I grew up on—but with clean ingredients that actually supported my healing.

This cookbook is filled with those recipes. From chocolate muffins to creamy soups, blueberry lattes to Sunday dinners—it’s the way I eat every day, and the way I found joy and freedom in food again.

If you’re tired of feeling restricted, overwhelmed, or just plain bored with what’s on your plate, this book is for you.

  • A white bowl containing cooked beef short ribs with dark sauce, alongside green beans and roasted sweet potatoes.

    Mocha Latte Chuck Roast

  • Cookie dough balls on a white plate with chocolate chips, a small bowl of chocolate chips, and a glass bottle of milk on a white surface.

    Raw Cookie Dough Snack Bites

  • A mango pudding topped with sprinkled coconut flakes and mango slices, garnished with a dash of chili powder, served with banana slices and drizzled with caramel sauce.

    Spicy Mango Banana Bliss

  • A breakfast plate with waffles topped with a poached egg and sliced avocado, two strips of bacon, and a bowl of mixed berries including strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.

    Mashed Potato Breakfast Waffles

Fill your plate with purpose.

Ready for meals that fuel your body and your purpose?
Grab your copy of The Purposeful Plate and start cooking clean, protein-powered recipes you’ll actually crave.