1 sweet potato 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper For the Greek yogurt chive dip: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons chives ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper Preheat oven to 425°F/220°C. Cut sweet potato into fries and combine in a…
Author: G. Belinda Martin
Grace, not perfection.
The journey towards weight loss and a healthy lifestyle is not an easy one. I’ve tried many times and fallen short–each time gaining more than when I’d initially started. I’ve cut dairy, sugar and carbs. I’ve done Weight Watchers. I’ve gone Paleo. I’ve completed doctor recommended programs. While I found success through all of these…
Morning Detox Cocktail
1 tbsp raw apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp raw honey 1 tsp grated ginger 2 ounces water 1 tsp cinnamon dash of cayenne Mix all ingredients and drink (warm or cold). photo: organicfacts.net / recipe: compilation of various online recipes
Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
1 clove garlic, crushed ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoons dijon mustard ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil Place the crushed garlic clove in the bottom of a mason jar or other airtight container. Add the vinegar, honey, mustard, salt and pepper. Cover the…
White Chocolate Candy Clusters
24 ounces white chocolate candy park 2 cups dry roasted peanuts 2 cups pretzel sticks, broken 2 cups miniature marshmallows Using a double boiler {or a bowl placed over a sauce pan simmering 1-inch of water}, slowly melt the white chocolate. Mix until smooth. In a large bowl, combine peanuts, pretzels, and marshmallows. Slowly pour the chocolate…
Fruit Infused Fizz Water
Fill your glass of choice 3/4 full of sparkling water. Add juice/nectar of your choice of fruit(s) to your desired liking (blackberry, blueberry, pomegranate, lime, pineapple, strawberry, raspberry, orange, etc.). Add herbs if you like (rosemary, mint, basil, cilantro). Add some ice. Add additional sweeteners or whatever else you desire. photo and recipe: nestofposies.com
High Protein Fruit Dip
1 (5.3 oz) container Greek yogurt 3 tablespoons almond butter 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon cinnamon Add yogurt, almond butter, honey, and cinnamon to a small bowl. Stir to combine. Drizzle with extra honey if desired before serving. Serve with apple slices, graham crackers, pretzels, cookies, and more! photo and recipe: inkatrinaskitchen.com
Hardboiled Egg & Avocado Bowl
2 hardboiled eggs, chopped ½ large avocado, chopped 1 heaping Tablespoon red onion, finely chopped 1 heaping Tablespoons red bell pepper, finely chopped sea salt and ground pepper, to taste Combine eggs, avocado, onion and bell pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle on sea salt and ground pepper. Serve and enjoy! photo and recipe: eatingbirdfood.com
Crispy Edamame
16 oz bag frozen shelled edamame (don’t thaw!) salt + pepper red pepper flakes 3 tbsp parmesan 1 tbsp olive oil Preheat oven to 400 degrees, Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour the frozen edamame on the parchment paper and season with the parmesan, plenty of salt and pepper, and red pepper flakes…
Apple Sandwiches
1 tablespoon rolled oats 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 tablespoons unsweetened peanut butter 3/4 teaspoon honey 1 tablespoon raisins 1 medium apple Combine the oats and cinnamon in a dry skillet over medium heat and toast, stirring occasionally, until the oats are golden. Cool before using. Mix together the peanut butter and honey. Core and slice…
Apple Cinnamon Smoothie
1/2 ripe banana, frozen 1/2 medium apple, chopped 2 tablespoons old fashioned oats 1 tablespoon almond butter 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 3 ice cubes Place all of the ingredients into a high speed blender. Blend until creamy Top with granola or chopped apple slices and enjoy! photo and recipe: shewell.co
Rolo Pretzel Delights
miniature pretzels ROLO® Chewy Caramels in Milk Chocolate pecan halves Heat oven to 250°F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil. Place one pretzel for each pretzel treat desired on prepared sheet. Top each pretzel with one unwrapped ROLO® Chewy Caramel in Milk Chocolate. Bake 3 to 5 minutes or until caramel piece begins…
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