The first March produce item, which is one of my favorites, can be used in so many dishes. Avocado is a fruit that comes from the avocado tree. There are many different varieties, one being more popular than others is the Haas Avocado. Sometimes referred to as the “alligator pear”...
Mint Avocado Green Smoothie
Green for the win all month long in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day!! Mint Avocado Green Smoothie is a thick and creamy shake perfect for when you are on the run and don’t have time to make lunch. Check out the recipe below and go green!!! Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened...
Creamy Tomato Soup with FIXATE Grilled Cheese
A classic and family favorite that is perfect for a winter day (although I’m hoping for it to end soon). This creamy tomato soup recipe is “almost as easy as warming a can of soup over the stove.” FIXATE approved check out the recipe below… read how you can also...
What’s in season for March?
A new month means a new produce list!! What’s in season for March? Check out the chart below for some new fruits and veggies that are now in season. Throughout the month, I will discuss in further the health benefits and share some recipes with you all. I just love...
Honey Nut Latte Shakeology
How about a nutty, creamy, and smooth shake to finish off the work day right? Honey Nut Latte is the perfect option when you have two hours left but can’t seem to find the energy you need to get it done. This shake not only tastes great, but it will...
4 Shakeology Myths Busted
“Shakeology is a superfood nutrition shake that can be the spark that ignites positive change in your life.” There are many myths that surround Shakeology and many different opinions on what it is, how it works, and is it worth buying? Everyone has their thoughts and Shakeology may work for...
43 Kid-Friendly Recipes
Are your kids picky eaters? Do you struggle making healthy meals that your kids will eat? Well, you are not alone and the struggle is real!!! Plus add in all of the nightly activities, homework, and chores, dinner has become a thorn in most sides. I hope this next article...
Smoky Sunchoke Sausage Pepper Hash
Like potatoes, sunchokes can be roasted, fried, boiled, steamed, and grilled. They are pretty versatile and can be added to a variety of dishes. Pureed sunchokes also make a fantastic soup!! Check out the following recipe which is similar to potato hash but it uses sunchokes instead, which are slightly...
What is a Sunchoke?
I saved this particular February produce item for last, basically because it’s more unusual than the rest. Have you ever heard of a sunchoke? Sunchokes are tubular-shaped, thin-skinned root vegetable that resemble a potato. It’s a member of the sunflower plant and is in season from Fall through early Spring....
Health Benefits of Turnips
February produce list…Turnips belong to the cruciferous family of vegetables, just like broccoli, kale, and brussel sprouts. Turnips are mostly used for their bulb, but the leaves and sprouts are also edible. Turnips are a low calorie vegetable with only 51 calories in every one cup mashed, and they keep...