Having a sweet tooth like mine, I’m always on the hunt for healthy recipes that are sweet but good for you. It’s easy to grab a piece of chocolate, or a cookie, but with the right recipe and a little planning ahead, you don’t have to grab those unhealthy treats...
Roasted Kohlrabi with Savory Garlic Sauce
This particular recipe uses just the bulb of kohlrabi, but the whole vegetable including leaves are edible. Roasted Kohlrabi with Savory Garlic Sauce is a great addition to any meal. The leaves of the vegetable can be added at the end for additional color and flavor but it’s optional. This...
Shamrock Smoothie
St. Patrick’s Day is less than a week away… so what better way to start the week off than with a “Shamrock Smoothie”??? It’s a light and refreshing shake that is a nice sweet treat to celebrate the luck of the Irish!! Try making the smoothie with Strawberry or Vanilla...
Creamy Turnip Soup
When buying turnips, make sure you look for those that are small and heavy for their size. The younger ones are usually sweeter… as they age they get a little more woodsy tasting. Turnips can be prepared many different ways, roasting seems to be the most popular and brings the...
Mocha Chip Latte Shakeology
What goes better than chocolate and coffee? Mocha Chip Latte Shakeology is better than any mocha latte you have ever had… it is also filled with 20 grams of protein!! Check out the recipe below and start your day with creamy, chocolate goodness!! Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1...
Chocolate Matcha Vegan Energy Balls
Holiday baking has begun and all those kitchen smells makes my heart and belly happy. If you are looking for a last minute cookie recipe that is delicious but so much better for you, check out the recipe below for Chocolate Matcha Vegan Energy Balls. They are a no-bake recipe,...
Quinoa Stuffing
The stuffing is one of my favorite parts of the Thanksgiving meal, but also one of the dishes loaded with carbs and fat. How about a stuffing that still has similar texture, same great taste, but half of the calories? Quinoa Stuffing is a great alternative to stuffing and the...
Mashed Potatoes with Kale Colcannon
An all important side that goes well with turkey are the mashed potatoes. Mashed Potatoes don’t have to be loaded with cream and butter to taste good. Check out the next recipe that is an Irish dish that would be a great substitute to the traditional mashed potatoes… Mashed Potatoes...
What is an Instant Pot?
Let’s talk instant pot… Do you have one and love it? Do you have one and are not in love? Or Are you still waiting to get one? Instant Pots are the perfect solution to healthy eating but on a time crunch. When you want a home cooked meal but...
Cranberry Apple Crisp
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I’m sure those cranberry sauces are calling your name… do you have any other favorite cranberry recipes? I decided to share a favorite dessert that uses cranberries as a twist on the traditional apple crisp. The cranberries give that tart, but sweet flavor without...