These “muffins” are perfect to make at the start of the week and keep in the fridge for a quick breakfast for the next few days. I put quotes around “muffins” because there is actually no flour involved. As is, … Continue reading
Kale is the new super green…which kind of makes me giggle, because kale is not new and has always been raved about for it’s dense nutritious leaves. However, it has not always taken main stage at restaurants, until now. All … Continue reading
Before you get horrified at the thought, relax…grilling, baking, or frying avocados (latter not recommended) has been done quite a bit. Just imagine the creaminess of guacamole inside a hot tortilla…the buttery flavor oozing on your tongue. I am hungry … Continue reading
Enjoyed a fabulous morning with the San Antonio Living team. Leslie & I dished out a healthy dose of fun while making appetizers! Check out this video for Greek Yogurt Spinach Dip (ditch that sour cream for this recipe), Bell … Continue reading
If you really want a powerful citrus flavor then look no further than the peel. The citrus peel is packed with polymethoxylated flavones (PMFs) which may help lower cholesterol and help prevent diabetes. In addition, they are packed with high levels … Continue reading
Probably like many, I find myself returning from road trips to a house with scarce ingredients. It’s helpful to keep a couple on-hand items, such as hearty veggies, nuts, and quick cooking grains just for these occasions. Feeling as though … Continue reading
As if inspired by my own post I whipped up a simple pasta for lunch today. Due to my travels I’ve been keeping very little on hand, but traditionally keep pasta and nuts in my pantry. Fortunately, I picked up … Continue reading
When in doubt, stick with the basics! Do you have a protein food (beans, meats, seafood, poultry)? How about a couple vegetables to grace the plate (raw, steamed, grilled, sautéed)? Finish it off with a starch (grain, corn, peas, pasta, … Continue reading
Haven’t you heard? Micro-grains & seeds are the new food trend, and not a bad trend to follow! Millet is a grain-like seed, high in starch & a stout in micronutrients. The gluten-free grain is gaining popularity, whether consumed puffed … Continue reading
It’s the new year and we always make new resolutions to better ourselves. Health is a big factor to all us, but we always think its too much of a hassle and hard to achieve a healthy diet. Beans may … Continue reading