This guest blog is by Kaylie Chrismon. To read Kaylie's earlier blog, Healthify Your Breakfast, click here. A healthier lunch is easy when you swap this for that: iceberg lettuce salad →spinach and mixed baby greens salad ranch dressing →balsamic vinegar and olive oil white wrap →lettuce wrap creamy corn chowder →creamy potato soup cheeseburger →turkey burger chicken salad made with mayo →chicken salad made with greek yogurt sandwich with mayonnaise →sandwich with hummus side of chips →side of pretzels or veggie chips pasta salad →quinoa salad soda … [Read more...] about Healthify Your Lunch!
Halloween Mousse
This guest blog is by Kaylie Teague. Have you decided what special treat you’re serving or enjoying this Halloween? Try this Halloween mousse. It’s made with silken tofu, which provides protein and phytochemicals (think antioxidants and anti-cancer!), dark cocoa powder and dark chocolate (hello, heart healthy!), as well as a festive topping of orange-tinted whipped cream and dark chocolate chips! Halloween Mousse Makes 4 larger servings or 8 smaller servings Ingredients you'll need: 1 pound package silken tofu 1 teaspoon dark chocolate cocoa powder 1 ¼ … [Read more...] about Halloween Mousse
Healthify Your Dinner!
This guest blog is by Kaylie Teague. To read Kaylie’s earlier blog, Healthify Your Breakfast, click here. To read Kaylie's blog, Healthify Your Lunch, click here. Healthify Your Dinner Dinner is often difficult to plan or thrown together last minute after a long day at work or school. Here are some ways you can healthify your meal and become re-inspired for dinnertime! Spaghetti and marinara sauce →spaghetti squash with marinara sauce and veggies Side of mashed potatoes with butter →side of baked sweet potato with almond butter Stir fry with white rice →stir fry with brown rice … [Read more...] about Healthify Your Dinner!
Recipes with Memories ~ Baked Custard
Memory of Beulah Beulah was my neighbor across the street. She was already in her 80's when I moved to town and started getting to know her as a dear friend. She was a kind & caring woman which explains why she became lovingly known to my son as 'Grandma Beulah.' So far, Beulah is the only person I've known to live past 100 years old. She was a college professor in her earlier years and a huge sports' fan. And, Beulah made awesome baked custard! Beulah's Baked Custard - 6 servings This simple-to-make dessert consists of only 6 ingredients. That's how they did it in the 'old days' … [Read more...] about Recipes with Memories ~ Baked Custard
Frozen Banana Pops in 3 Ways!
Frozen Banana Pops are the perfect solution to a kids' party, family party, baby shower, or any special occasion. They're fun, filling, nutritious and easy to make! Frozen Banana Pops – in 3 Ways! Makes 1 serving What you will need: Peanutty Banana ½ banana 2 tablespoons peanut butter 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts Breakfast Banana ½ banana 3 tablespoons vanilla greek yogurt 3 tablespoons granola Chocolate Confetti Banana ½ banana ¼ cup dark chocolate morsels ¼ teaspoon coconut oil 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles Note: Skewers and Parchment … [Read more...] about Frozen Banana Pops in 3 Ways!
Healthier Recipes for Foods We Love!
Healthier Recipes for Foods We Love! I'll admit that tweaking recipes for healthier nutrition is one of my favorite hobbies. Really. It's fun to substitute whole wheat flour, cut down on the sugar, or add more fruit or vegetables, for example. Of course, I try not to overdo it because I want the final recipe to taste great. The 5 recipes below will give you a jump-start on learning how to tweak some excellent nutrition into recipes for foods that you probably already love. Trust me - you will not be sorry. Pizza - Here's a surprising pizza that will make your taste buds dance. It has the … [Read more...] about Healthier Recipes for Foods We Love!