Today we’re focusing on how we can reduce waste by meal planning and grocery shopping effectively. I think meal planning is the NUMBER ONE thing people could start doing TODAY that would completely change their lifestyle. I’m at the grocery store every week with my printed out meal plan and grocery list, and I…
The traditional Eggs Benedict gets a local Texas twist: tender smoked brisket, avocado slices, and a sweet n’ spicy barbecue hollandaise sauce. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest for Eggland’s Best and I am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time. I am super…
A simple roux of milk, butter, flour and parmesan makes the base of this creamy macaroni and cheese– and the addition of basil pesto and spinach takes it to a whole new level! Try this Spinach & Pesto Macaroni and Cheese for a quick weeknight meal. Happy Wednesday! I can’t believe it’s almost April. This…
Rethink your oatmeal– it’s time to come to the savory side! Be adventurous and try this savory steel cut oatmeal with cottage cheese, parmesan, sriracha, fried eggs and avocado slices. Here it is– the oatmeal I’ve been raving about! I’ve eaten this for breakfast for four days straight. It’s so delicious and addicting! On Thursdays…
Last week, I shared my first installment of my new Cooking School section of the blog! I’m super excited to begin blogging about cooking skills, tips, tricks and really delve into developing them for both myself and my readers! Be sure to check out last week’s post about 12 Ways to Improve Your Cooking Skills…
Portobello mushrooms stuffed with baby spinach, garlic, and brown rice; made creamy with sour cream and Parmesan. Topped with Monterrey jack and baked until cheesy and soft, these stuffed portobello mushrooms make an easy and quick weeknight meal, plus they’re SO good! Disclosure: I was asked to participate in the USA Rice #ThinkRice campaign as a…
Roasted asparagus, tossed in garlic, lemon and grated parmesan cheese is a quick and delicious side dish! It’s so easy to throw this veggie side together on a busy weeknight and it goes with everything! Happy Monday! I hope you had a relaxing weekend. Ours was jam packed. We had dinner with friends both Friday…
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I recently attended a food conference and one of the speakers was an environmental expert who talked about how our world is dealing with such a large amount of food waste and what it’s doing to the environment. She was such a good speaker and presented the material so well, that I left inspired wanting…
Crispy baked polenta fries, tossed in garlic and smoked paprika and served with a tangy barbecue sauce. These polenta fries are the perfect snack, or to serve alongside your fav burger! My sister and I like to swap recipes. She likes to try new things as well– and when she told me that she make…
· If you love raspberry lemonade, then you’ll love this Raspberry Lemonade Crumble! It’s sweet from the raspberries and tart from the fresh lemon. Served warm with a couple scoops of vanilla bean ice cream, this makes a perfect springtime dessert! Today I’m sharing another lovely creation my sister and I cooked up last…
Unbelievably easy to make, these zucchini pancakes taste amazing! You won’t be able to stop eating them. Filled with freshly grated zucchini, parmesan and garlic, they’re flavorful and taste great as a side topped with a dollop of sour cream. What a gorgeous weekend we had here in Dallas! It was over 75 degrees every…
A crispy flat bread topped with sweet n’ spicy BBQ sauce, shredded pepper jack cheese, roasted poblano peppers and black beans. Around this time last year, I participated in a fun Recipe Redux challenge that encouraged us to create a yummy, different type of pizza! My boyfriend (now fiance) told me he wanted to try roasted poblano…
Exotic Thai flavors, such as coconut milk, mint, lime, and ginger, come together in this smooth and creamy Wild Blueberry smoothie that will wake up your taste buds and make you re-think your regular smoothie! By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the Wild Blueberry Association of North America and…
· An Asian twist on an Italian favorite! This barbecue-like sauce is full of the punch of vinegar, sweetness from honey, and umami from the oyster and soy sauce. Try this Sweet & Sour Turkey Meatballs with a side of Sesame Kale and whole wheat couscous for a savory lunch or dinner. Last year I…
· You probably already have all of the ingredients needed to make these toasted walnuts– butter olive oil, cinnamon, sugar, and salt. Make a big batch of these Cinnamon Sugar Toasted Walnuts for snacks throughout the week! Did you know that when walnuts are toasted, they smell and taste a little like popcorn? Or is…
Wouldn’t it be a perfect world if we never had to obsess over what we eat or how much we exercise? What if we could design a life where maintaining a happy life and healthy weight were effects of an environment we created for ourselves? Good news! We actually can re-structure our environment to…
· This chocolate raspberry cheesecake smoothie tastes indulgent, but is actually good for you! Packed with protein, fiber, and delicious chocolate flavor from CocoaVia® Sweetened Dark Chocolate supplement packs. Get your daily dose of cocoa flavanols! I was asked to participate in the @CocoaVia #HeartMonth campaign as a member of the Healthy Aperture Blogger Network….
· Steel cut oatmeal and quinoa are combined together in this hearty breakfast. Filled with fiber and protein, this Quinoa Oatmeal is sure to keep you full until lunch! Top with berries, maple syrup, chia seeds, whatever you typically like to top your oatmeal. Just popping in real quick to share the breakfast I’ve…
· What’s for lunch this week? I made a big batch of ingredients for Asian Udon Noodle Salad, with pan seared extra-firm tofu and a toasted sesame oil dressing. This salad packs nicely in lunch containers and can be tossed together quickly at work! I’m super excited for my Udon Noodle SAlad #lunchthisweek. Today’s…
· Start your day off right with a hearty breakfast. Roasted sweet potato, zucchini, homemade turkey sausage and a fried egg will be sure to keep you full until lunchtime. I’ve started going to a women’s boot camp– Texas Fit Chicks. It’s very similar to Camp Gladiator and sort of like Cross Fit (although I’ve…
· Sweet pineapple slices, crispy bacon and crunchy almonds top baby greens, along with chickpeas roasted with paprika and garlic. This Hawaiian salad lunch is easy to prep ahead of time and will keep you full through a busy work day! I thought it would be cool to start sharing what I pack for our…
· On a cold winter day, a nice bowl of brothy soup can be the best thing to warm you from the inside out! This miso soup can be thrown together in less than 5 minutes– the only cooking required is a little sauteing and heating up in a pot. This miso soup contains…
We are immersed in the world of food blogs, Pinterest, high end magazines, tons of recipes resources everywhere. Are we making things too complicated? Are we losing touch with our intuitive eaters, by being pressured to cook elaborate meals, and/or do we feel guilty when we can’t whip together a gourmet, perfectly balanced wholesome meal…