5-Day Plant-Based Challenge

5-Day Plant-Based Challenge

Eat Your Damn Veggies.  C’mon, let’s stop being juvenile when it comes to our health. I get really frustrated when I see and hear adults make the same juvenile excuses kids do when it comes to nutrition. They won’t eat what’s good for them because 

Blueberry Oatmeal Bowls

Blueberry Oatmeal Bowls

Blueberry and Cinnamon Oatmeal 1/2 C. dry old-fashioned oats handful of blueberries 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 Tbsp. chopped almonds or walnuts Cook oatmeal according to package instructions (typically with 1 C. water).  Add in blueberries, cinnamon, vanilla and chopped nuts.  Serve.

Quinoa Muffin Cups

Quinoa Muffin Cups

1 green or red bell pepper, finely chopped 1/2 onion, chopped 2 C. cooked quinoa (about 3/4 cup uncooked) 2 eggs 2 egg whites 1 C. shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2 Tbsp. grated parmesan cheese salt & pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  

Easy Cabbage Soup

Easy Cabbage Soup

3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 2. carrots, peeled and diced 2 tsp. chopped garlic 6 C. chicken stock 2 C. water 1/2 head cabbage, chopped 1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes 1 can tomato sauce Ground pepper to taste In a stockpot over 

Homemade Cole Slaw

Homemade Cole Slaw

This is a simple homemade coleslaw recipe.  You can adjust the mayo content to your taste, adding more if you like a creamier dressing. 1/2 C. mayo 1/4 C. apple cider vinegar 2 tsp. sugar 1/2 large head green cabbage, thinly sliced 3 large carrots, grated salt and pepper 

Clean Eating Sloppy Joes

Clean Eating Sloppy Joes

1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium green bell pepper, diced finely 1 medium red bell pepper, diced finely 1/2 medium onion, diced finely 1 1/2 lbs. ground turkey 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce (no sugar added) 1/2 C. ketchup 1 Tbsp. garlic powder In a skillet over medium-high heat, sauce the peppers and onion in the olive oil.  Next, 

Vegan Blueberry Muffins

Vegan Blueberry Muffins

2 large eggs lightly beaten 1 tsp. vanilla  2 large bananas, mashed 1 Tbsp. raw honey 2½ C. dry old-fashioned oats 1 Tbsp. cinnamon 1½ tsp. baking powder 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk 2 C. fresh blueberries Preheat your oven to 350.  In mixing bowl, combine the eggs, vanilla, bananas and honey.  Mix well.  Add the dry ingredients:  oats, cinnamon, baking powder, combine.  Next, 

Broccoli Cheese Soup

Broccoli Cheese Soup

2 tsp. butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1 C. carrots, chopped 4 C. low-sodium chicken broth 4 C. broccoli, chopped 2 C. cauliflower, chopped 1 1/4 C. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 1 C. cooked broccoli, added after soup has been “finished” salt and pepper to 

Healthy Crock Pot Recipes: Greek Chicken

Healthy Crock Pot Recipes: Greek Chicken

This Greek-inspired chicken couldn’t be easier!  You start with a whole chicken, season it with Greek flavors, and let everything slow-cook during the day. Slow-Cooker Greek Chicken: one whole chicken 2 tsp. minced garlic juice of two lemons 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 C. extra virgin 

Clean Eating Deviled Eggs

Clean Eating Deviled Eggs

Clean Eating Deviled Eggs 4 large eggs, hard boiled and shells removed 1/4 C. Greek yogurt 2 teaspoons dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon paprika for garnish Tip:  If you want to make perfect hard boiled eggs, add a little