How Quick & Healthy Cooking Tips Work for You! Have you ever made a quick recipe or snack and then realized you could have done the same thing in half the time? I know, it is frustrating when that happens - especially when it was already a hectic day. The good part, though, is that you invented a cooking tip that will make the job easier the next time, and the next and the next. Try the cooking tips below to get you in and out of the kitchen quicker with healthier food. 7 Quick & Healthy Cooking Tips to Remember! 1. Cook your oatmeal in the microwave after adding frozen … [Read more...] about Quick & Healthy Cooking Tips!
Hydrating Foods are Delicious Foods & Watermelon Salad Recipe!
Staying Well Hydrated in Hot Weather! Do you keep your body well hydrated during hot weather? How do you do it? I think most of us try to drink more water, and then we run out of ideas. Well, I'd like to introduce you to some new ideas because hydrating foods are delicious foods. Yes, hydrating foods can be your hot weather solution along with liquids such as water, herbal teas, fruit juice popsicles and smoothies. Here is my earlier blog about hydrating liquids for more tips. Choosing Hydrating Foods! Here is a list of foods that have a lot of water in them, making them great for … [Read more...] about Hydrating Foods are Delicious Foods & Watermelon Salad Recipe!
How to Make Fruit Salad!
Learning How to Make Fruit Salad! If you are determined to make healthy meals and snacks, then learning how to make a fruit salad is a good skill to have. You might want to start with 3 or 4 fruits in your salad and then branch out with seasonal favorites as the year goes by. What you will probably find out is that there are many, many fruit combinations you love. And, guess what, every one of them is super healthy! How to Make Fruit Salad Step-By-Step! 1. Think about what fruits you like and pick out 3 or 4: Anything goes here from fresh strawberries, apples and bananas to canned … [Read more...] about How to Make Fruit Salad!
Homemade Marinara Spaghetti Sauce is Tasty, Easy & Cheap!
Homemade Marinara Spaghetti Sauce This rich and tasty red sauce will make the whole kitchen smell good! Kids can help by measuring the ingredients, tearing the basil leaves and stirring, with supervision. Makes 4 servings 2 Tablespoons Olive oil 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and minced 2 cups Crushed or diced tomatoes in a can (*see note for using fresh) 2 Tablespoons Water Pinch Red pepper flakes 1/8 teaspoon Salt 8 Fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces Note*: To substitute fresh tomatoes, use 1 large chopped tomato as 1 cup and 2 large tomatoes as 2 cups. … [Read more...] about Homemade Marinara Spaghetti Sauce is Tasty, Easy & Cheap!
The End of the Year is for Reflecting, Learning, Thanking!
Reflecting, Learning, Thanking! The end of the year is for reflecting, learning, thanking. So many times, my clients thank me and that makes me feel great. They tell me they've learned how to write a healthier menu, how to adjust their portions, how to rearrange their meals and snacks to feel more sustained energy all day long. They tell me they feel more confident during their grocery shopping trip and when doing a healthy recipe makeover. All of this is very satisfying and I'm thankful. 7 Things I've Learned This Year from My Clients! The end of the year is for reflecting, learning, … [Read more...] about The End of the Year is for Reflecting, Learning, Thanking!
A December Grocery Basket with Cranberries, Squash and Dark Chocolate!
Holiday Grocery Shopping! What’s in your December grocery basket? Do you buy the same things as the rest of the year? Or, do you take a chance and try special, seasonal foods? These 5 foods are must-haves for my December grocery basket and I suggest you try them, too. They taste great as they add color, crunch and a hefty dose of good nutrition to your day! 5 Great Choices for a December Grocery Basket! 1. Fresh Cranberries: Wash and chop them up to add to your healthy muffin or pancake batter. Or, make a simple, cooked cranberry sauce recipe by cooking one 12 oz. bag cranberries + ¼ … [Read more...] about A December Grocery Basket with Cranberries, Squash and Dark Chocolate!