Green peas are part of the April produce list, but can be enjoyed year round frozen and canned. Peas are not technically a vegetable, they are part of the legume family because they are the seeds that grow inside a pod. Some other legumes are chickpeas, lentils, beans, and peanuts....
Ancho Pepper-Cherry Sauce
So my next recipe is a little different because it is just a sauce recipe, but in my opinion sometimes the condiments are the best part of a meal. Ancho Pepper-Cherry Sauce is a tangy, but sweet sauce similar to a barbeque sauce. It can be used as a side...
Health Benefits of Cherries
Cherries are a staple in our house when they are in season, we even use frozen ones quite a bit. Cherries are members of the same family as plums, peaches, apricots, and almonds. Cherry season begins in April but peaks around May to July. The season doesn’t last long and...
FIXATE Peanut Butter Sweet Potato Cookies
Peanut butter in general is a favorite of mine, but add it to a cookie and now you have a weakness!! What about a peanut butter cookie that is clean and good for you but has sweet potato in it? Would you still give it a try? Check out the...
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...
Health Benefits of Kohlrabi
Our next April produce item is one of those vegetables that I guessing is not real popular or used a lot. Kohlrabi is a hardy vegetable part of the cabbage family that is primarily consumed in the European countries. Kohlrabi can be eaten raw or cooked, and has been said...
Guava Bars with Coconut Crust
Guavas are a great fruit to eat raw, but when cooking with them, I noticed most recipes either use guava in the form of a nectar, marmalade, or paste which are available at the store in all forms. The following recipe uses guava nectar for Guava bars with Coconut Crust....
Health Benefits of Guava
Guava is on the April produce list, and honestly it’s one fruit that I don’t use much but not because I don’t like it, it’s just not top of mind when shopping for produce. Guava trees originated in Central America and the fruit is oval with a green/yellow skin with...
FIXATE Spaghetti Squash Fritters
Last week, I discussed the Ultimate Portion Fix program and how there are so many wonderful recipes that are in the FIXATE Vol.2 cookbook. The following recipe is one of those recipes and I’m sharing it with you… Spaghetti Squash Fritters. Fritters are usually categorized as unhealthy due to them...
Coca Mocha Latte Shakeology
How about a nighttime latte that won’t leave you feeling full and bloated? Coca Mocha Latte Shakeology is the simplest recipe but packed with a huge flavor. You don’t need to feel guilty about indulging in this drink because it is also healthy for you and not loaded with all...