Tag: Recipes
Guilt-Free Popcorn
Part of trying to live a healthy lifestyle is finding alternatives to ready-made snacks that are usually full of added sugars, preservatives, and unwanted chemicals. We have found some options that have been “life-savers” when experiencng one of those “craving moments.” Does anyone else love popcorn like we do? Well, if you are reaching for […] READ MORE
Chocolate Covered Strawberries Smoothie
The kids and I created a yummy shake this morning. It’s hard to believe, but protein shakes have been a part of our daily routine for over 10 years now…which is amazing, but it also means you have to start getting creative because you get a little tired of the same flavor. This smoothie combined […] READ MORE
Micaiah’s Brainy Brownies
This is a delicious treat that our oldest, Micaiah, helped me create. It has a sneaky ingredient that’s good for your brain. Can you guess what it is? Hint, hint: Pop-Eye the Sailor Man loves to eat it! They are flour-less (a huge plus for those with gluten issues), have a healthy fat, and are […] READ MORE
Homemade Vanilla Protein Ice Cream
Eating healthy doesn’t have to taste terrible! You can still have fun “treats” when you are trying to achieve your goal weight. The key is just knowing the right ingredients to use and what things to stay away from. One of our family favorites is ice cream. Isn’t that an American tradition? Grab a bowl […] READ MORE
Gluten Free Vanilla Cupcakes & Frosting
A friend sent me this recipe. These are delicious! Try them out and give me your feedback! They are grain-free and gluten-free. Vanilla Cupcakes with Frosting ½ cup coconut flour , sifted ½ teaspoon celtic sea salt ¼ teaspoon baking soda 6 eggs ½ cup grapeseed oil ½ cup agave nectar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract […] READ MORE
World’s Best Pumpkin Cookies
Who said being healthy can’t taste good?? If you like pumpkin, you will LOVE these cookies! This is one of my favorite “secret” recipes that I’ve been tweaking for years! I think I’ve finally mastered it in health and taste! We have already made 3 batches in our house since the cool weather hit and […] READ MORE
Spaghetti Squash and Meat Balls
We love spaghetti squash at our house!! The kids don’t even miss regular pasta noodles because this dish is so tasty! And we all find it fascinating that there is a “real” food that grows in nature that owns the trademark for spaghetti. The Italian version is a “knock off” of the real thing! 🙂 […] READ MORE
Greek Salad
This salad is delicious and easy to throw together. I find that the key to salads is just having the ingredients on hand! And if you are adding chicken, try broiling or baking several breasts at the beginning of the week and saving them for meals throughout the week. Leftover chicken is a perfect candidate […] READ MORE
Florentine Omelet
Try this one out for breakfast, or it also makes a great dinner! Eating protein at night is optimal because protein aids in repair and healing, which is what the body needs at the end of the day. We often have eggs for dinner. Eggs are a great source of Omega’s, good fat, and amino […] READ MORE
Homemade Essential Oil Tomato Sauce
We have had tomatoes running out our ears from our farmer’s co-op! So what better thing to do with them all then make jars of tomato sauce for pasta, toppings for chicken, or for a soup base. When you are done, you can freeze it in freezer-safe containers (that are BPA free of course) or […] READ MORE