I love pizza! Let’s be honest, who doesn’t? While Italian in origin, pizza is truly the quintessential American comfort, convenience food. But the convenience comes at a cost…Pizza inherently doesn’t provide much in the way of nutrients, and for many there’s the added “cost” of bloating and discomfort from delivered “pizza in a box.” Given … Read More
FAVORITE ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD This recipe is our family’s favorite. With bite-sized greens, Italian spices, olives, garlic, and tomatoes, you’ll want to eat with a spoon to get all the chopped salad flavors! I hope you enjoy it too. **Vinaigrette can be prepared separately in a mason jar and kept refrigerated to dress before serving … Read More
THE CHOPPED SALAD: Is it really good for you? Eat a lunchtime salad! It’s good for you! YAWN!!! I know, lunchtime salads are boring: greens, some additional veggies for good measure, dressing, and maybe some crunchy croutons if you’re feeling adventurous. I agree! Salads are boring and mundane. ….Enter the CHOPPED SALAD! I could totally … Read More
SMOKY TEMPEH SALAD Tempeh is one of my favorite “go to” recipes for plant-based protein. It subs in nicely for most meat dishes, is adaptable, easy to use, and takes on any flavor you choose. And I especially love the nutritional boost from Tempeh. With its savory, nutty taste, you also gain the benefit of … Read More
Brown rice has long been a “step child” of grains. We favor white rice, fried rice, boxed rice and even basmati rice, but brown rice? No, most prefer instant white rice. It’s faster to cook and generally has a more moist texture. We shy away from cooking and eating the healthier versions of rice, such … Read More
Have you lost sleep over the past several weeks? Are you struggling to lose weight? How many hours of sleep did you get last night? Sleep (or lack of!) might just be the SECRET to why you are not losing weight! Researchers at the University of Chicago found even with a perfect diet … Read More
I’ve got an immune-boosting recipe for you today that’s AB-SOLUTELY delicious! These days I’m all about anything that helps shore up my defenses against illness – and I definitely encourage you to do the same! This isn’t just good now while we’re in the middle of fighting a pandemic, but for everyday life. So, why … Read More
Hard times call for unexpected FUN! Cookies for breakfast are exactly what’s in order on a quarantined rainy Florida (or snowy northern) day! My kids thought I’d lost my mind when I added COOKIES to the meal plan, but these are secretly loaded with healthy fats, protein, no refined sugars or flour, and only quality … Read More
30 MINUTE ONE POT VEGGIE PARMESAN If you’re like me, you stockpile pasta to have on hand for a quick and easy pantry meal. And when you have veggies that need used up, all you need is a big pot, a jar of pasta sauce, and you have a 30 minute, one pot VEGGIE … Read More
This is one of those recipes that just feels good. It’s comforting, wholesome, fun and easy to put together This is a Vegan recipe, and packed with flavor as well as fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, and anti-inflammatories! Made from pantry ingredients, you can mix up these muffins to enjoy anytime! It’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, … Read More
