Mains

Crispy Chicken Thighs and Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

November 15, 2016 • By

Crispy Chicken and Brussels Spouts

 This is the perfect middle of the week dish. You know what I mean, when the first few days of the week are starting to drag you down but you still want a home cooked meal without the fuss of hours in the kitchen. We’ve all been there and this is the recipe I keep in my back pocket for those exacts nights. 

It’s incredibly simple, healthy and requires few ingredients but the outcome is a dish fancy and delicious enough to be served in an upscale restaurant.

Don’t believe me?

Give it a try for yourself. 

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Mains

Stuffed Acorn Squash

October 24, 2016 • By

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Pull out your boots and scarves, fall is in the air! Like many people, this time of the year is my favorite for multiple reasons- Sports, my babies birthdays and in my opinion, some of the best produce of the year. This is a recipe I have been making for years and now that I’ve perfected it I wanted to share it with you. It’s a warm, healthy and hearty dish that embodies fall in all of its glory. Start a fire, grab a friend or loved one and enjoy.READ MORE


Lifestyle

7 Tips to Meal Prep Like a Boss

September 28, 2016 • By

Meal Prep Like a BossThese days it sometimes feels like everyone knows everything, especially when it comes to the health and wellness industry. I definitely don’t claim to be an expert in the field but more so speak from a place of caring and experience. Everything you will find on this website I have tried, created, vetted and learned to the best of my ability to be able to share it with you and this topic is no different. READ MORE


Snacks

Grainless Summer Fruit Granola Bars

August 31, 2016 • By

As summer comes to an end I am attempting to desperately cling to my favorite parts of this warm Grainless Summer Fruit Granola Barsseason. When it comes to food, I love the bounty that summer brings but what I look forward to most are fresh, ripe berries picked straight from the vine and consumed immediately. Though this recipe doesn’t use fresh berries, the presence of the dried berries are enough to bring summer back instantly with each and every bite. (Bonus part about using dried berries- this recipe can be made all year round whenever you’re craving a taste of summer!)READ MORE


Smoothies

Peach Pie Smoothie

August 17, 2016 • By

Peach Pie SmoothieThis smoothie recipe has been my go-to for the past few weeks for a few reasons; it’s PEACH season(!), this dog-day heat has me running to smoothies for relief and I’m trying to cut back on desserts so this treat helps curb the cravings. Healthy- refreshing- sweet treat. Win-win-win.

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Mains

Easy Peasy Oven Roasted Pulled Pork

July 1, 2016 • By

Easy Peasy Oven Roasted Pulled Pork

Raise your hand if you love BBQ but have never made pulled pork at home… you’re not alone! Just a few short weeks ago I would have been in the crowd with my hand in the air but that has now changed. I have since become a pulled pork master (OK maybe not MASTER persay but I’m getting pretty darn good with the stuff). I’m not sure why I never tried at it home; I guess it just seemed like a lot of work but I stand before you on the other side of my pulled pork attempts to tell you first hand that it is simple. While it may look like a lot of steps, they are easy peasy enough for even the novice chef to complete. 

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Dips and Spreads

Loaded Guacamole

May 4, 2016 • By

Loaded GuacamoleGuacamole lovers, this one is for you. I created this recipe out of the desire to “level-up” the regular old, run of the mill guac. I added all of the essential guacamole ingredients and added a few things to help spice it up- literally. 

 

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Mains, Sides

Cauliflower Rice: A Delicious Grain Substitute

April 25, 2016 • By

Cauliflower RiceI typically don’t get too excited about food trends but this one is different. I’m honestly not sure how long this “trend” has been around but it’s semi-new to me and I’m in love. Lately, cauliflower rice has been served with just about every other dinner at house and I have received zero complaints, even the kids love it. 

My favorite part about this vegetable-turned-grain-substitute is it’s versatility. Since it’s being treated as a rice, it can be used just the same but in more ways because it’s a vegetable. Use it as the base of bowl, throw it into an egg scramble, top a salad with it… I could keep going.
 
Not only is is versatile but it’s a vegetable that can be treated like a grain. Grains are great, don’t get me wrong, but some of them come with a downside. Rice is a carb and lots of low carb eaters don’t get to enjoy it for that reason. BUT with cauliflower rice healthy eaters get all of the benefits of cauliflower with the meal choices of rice. Genius.

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Breakfast, Smoothies

Oats & Berries Breakfast Smoothie

April 16, 2016 • By

Oats&Berries Breakfast SmoothieIf you have ever found yourself simultaneously scrambling to get out the door while also racking your brain for what you are going to eat on the way out that door, look no further. This Oats&Berries Breakfast Smoothie has everything you need to start your day on the right foot and it’s also delicious while being quick and easy to make. READ MORE