Need some quick and easy..."grab n go"...ideas for your next summer picnic? I love, love taking the boys out for picnics during the summer. I love the casual nature of the meal, I like that the kids can "graze and play," and I like that everyone is fun down afterwards...ready for an afternoon of resting, reading and playing quietly inside during the peak heat of the … [Read more...]
How to Save Money on Food During Holiday Craziness
Are you rushing around finishing Christmas gifts only to be tempted by fast food, take out and expensive snacks in the check out lane? Are you exhausted from staying up late wrapping presents and have no motivation to make dinner? During these busy holiday days, you can spend much more on food as you cope with more dinners out and less time in the kitchen. Here are a … [Read more...]
Ways to Save on Fruits and Veggies
(photo credit) As a registered dietitian, one recommendation that I make to almost all of my patients is to increase the number of fruits and vegetables that they consume. Why? Produce is bursting with nutrients, low in calories and high in fiber. They help control blood sugar and weight while nourishing the body. In fact, research has shown in folks that eat 9-10 servings per … [Read more...]
Healthy Pumpkin Muffins and Breads
Katie from Kitchen Stewardship has a wonderful recipe for healthy pumpkin muffins and breads. I really like how she breaks down the recipe and shows you what substitutions to make to make the muffins healthier! Healthy Pumpkin Muffins and Breads Photo Credit … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Chai Latte
As I killed sugar from my diet in August, and continue to keep it at a minimum, I found myself missing out on my occasional latte and Chai tea. These are splurges for me, but even still...I was missing them. Since getting them without sugar at Starbucks wouldn't be an option, I'd just have to make my own. Better and cheaper! I've shared my favorite version of the Pumpkin … [Read more...]
Raspberry Almond Quinoa
I recently decided to cut out all forms of white and brown sugar from my diet to find out if this elimination would help steady my energy level throughout the day. I'm proud to report that I went without sugar for the entire month of August and plan to continue down this path! I discovered a noticeable difference in my energy level, productivity, consistency and clarity in my … [Read more...]
Baked Apples with Maple and Granola
Scoop, crunch. Scoop, crunch. I want to recommend...no highly recommend...that you make baked apples at some point during this fall. Apple prices are as low as they get...there are so many different varieties available in stores. These baked apples do best when made with a sweeter variety like gala or golden delicious. They take minutes to get into the oven...just get … [Read more...]
Almond Raspberry Breakfast Cake
So today is my birthday. And I'll be having cake for every meal today. (Well, maybe not...but it's a nice thought right?!?) I'm starting the day out with a piece of this Almond Raspberry Breakfast Cake. Almond Raspberry Breakfast Cake Yes. A cake for breakfast! 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened1 cup white sugar1 egg1 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp … [Read more...]
Homemade Hummus
Raise your hand if you love hummus. Yes, yes, lots of folks out there. Me too! Ok. How many of you pay big bucks for one of those tiny tubs of hummus at the store? A few, yes. How many have this little problem of keeping food and snacks stocked in your house? Me too! Well, I’m here to share my way of saving big bucks in the hummus economy. Thinking of how I batch cooked … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Pecan Granola
Major homemade granola kick happening at our house right now! Here's another homemade granola recipe for y'all...flavored with pumpkin and pumpkin-y spices! And packed with a little flaxseed punch too! (If you can't find canned pumpkin in your stores, you can still buy it in bulk from Amazon. It will be back in stores, probably for a limited time, during the holiday … [Read more...]