Giving Thanks for Healthy Treats
Thanksgiving is the ultimate American epicurean celebration that brings family and friends together. Although turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes are synonymous with this holiday, Thanksgiving dishes can vary greatly based on the ingredients used and how they are prepared. Every…
High Protein Breakfast Ideas
High Protein Breakfast Ideas Is breakfast really that important? The short answer is, yes! Breakfast sets the tone for the rest of the day. In fact, some of your cravings at night can be linked back to what you ate…
Smoothie Recipes to Jump Start your Morning
If you haven’t jumped on the smoothie bandwagon, jump on it! Smoothies are an excellent way to get some really dense nutrition into a small package. There are endless smoothie concoctions to satisfy everyone’s tastes whether it is sweet or…
Healthy BBQ Sides
It’s summertime and summertime means going to lots of BBQ’s! We all love a good BBQ and all the yummy food that is associated with a BBQ. Unfortunately, if you are trying to stick to a healthy eating plan then…
The Best In-Season Fruits to Buy Now
One of the best things about summer is the abundance of local produce available at farmer’s markets across the country. You don’t even have to get up early on Saturday morning anymore to score great seasonal fruit as there are…
Easy one Pot Citrus Chicken Recipe
Here is a one pot chicken dinner that is quick and so easy to make yet fancy enough to serve it for company! I love the flavors that the cooked citrus adds to this dish. The bitterness from the rind,…
Planning the Perfect Picnic
It’s that time of the year for gathering with your friends and family for a picnic! Picnics are often associated with eating unhealthy foods and just sitting around relaxing. Although there is nothing wrong with that, a picnic can also…
Healthy After Vacation Freezer Meals
I will be leaving for a two-week vacation in a few days and one of the things I have learned to do before I leave is to stock my freezer with a couple of healthy, easy to reheat meals for…
Healthy Shepherd’s Pie
Comfort foods. Who doesn’t love them?? When it is cold and rainy (or snowy) you crave them for some mysterious reason. One of my husband’s favorites is Shepherd’s Pie. If Shepherd’s Pie is on the menu at any restaurant, he…
Healthy Asian Stir Fry & Salad Recipes
There are so many times during the week where I just don’t feel like or have the extra time to cook a big dinner. I don’t like to get take out since it is usually unhealthy, expensive, or I don’t…
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