Finding Joy in the Journey
I'm back to it! Back to focusing on what goes into my body and creating meals that are hits with EVERY member of the family (well...I try at least 🙂 ). This one, however was one! Thought I'd share! Sweet Potato Risotto Taco Bake Ingredients: 1.5 cups dry Arborio rice (risotto) 1 TB Extra virgin... Continue Reading →
I look for ways to make gluten free foods taste normal and delicious, this mission was no different. I was happy with the results! Best of all, it's super simple. Recipe below! Ingredients: 1 box Betty Crocker Gluten Free Yellow Cake Mix 1 Can of Pumpkin (15 oz) 1/2 cup milk (my first batch I... Continue Reading →
We've all been there. We're in a rush and we need food fast, so we resort to frozen or fast food dinners that might, if we admit it, be a little less than nourishing. It doesn't have to be like that. Quick can be healthy! This enchilada salad proves it. Full of color and important... Continue Reading →
It's a sunny 75 degrees here in NC and I couldn't have been more excited to spend the day outside. To culminate it all, I thought it'd be fun to start up the grill (not that we don't use it throughout the winter, but, it's a lot more enjoyable in bare feet!) So, I started... Continue Reading →
Ready for something great? We were looking for something a little different and ended with this: Turkey Barbecue Wontons with a Greek Yogurt Relish! They were great, the flavors balanced out well and I was able to hide some veggies in the mix. Give them a try on your own! Turkey Barbecue Wontons with... Continue Reading →
I'm always up for trying something new, especially when it comes to power foods that help fuel my family the right way. So, when I was given the opportunity to review Manitoba Harvest's Hemp Hearts, I was pretty excited. Packed with 10 grams of plant-based protein and 10 grams of Omegas per serving, these raw... Continue Reading →
I am loving our CSA membership this year. With a variety of fruits and veggies delivered every week, it's been a blast to create and try new recipes. This week was no different. I still had some pluots left from last week and we received peaches and nectarines this week. Now, normally I try to... Continue Reading →
As many of you are aware, one of my favorite aspects of this summer has been our CSA! We joined up in the winter, not knowing what to expect. The results have been fantastic and I'm loving finding new ways to incorporate the fresh produce into our daily routine! It's been a fun adventure that... Continue Reading →
I love avocados, full of healthy fats, they're a great addition to any meal. But, my husband? Not so much. The creamy texture weirds him out, but, he likes the taste. So, last night I set out to find a way to combine the healthiness of the avocado with some crisp (no breadcrumbs needed!). End... Continue Reading →
Mornings are essential to making it through the day. By eating the right foods at the start, you're body is primed for action; your metabolism speeds up and your body is ready to consume foods of a similar nutrition level throughout the rest of the day. Start off hungry or on the wrong foot and... Continue Reading →
Take Two 