Weeknight cooking calls for recipes that are culinary trifectas: meals that are healthy, taste great and easy to prepare! Slow-Cooker Beef and Bok Choy was this week’s winner -- the whole family devoured it! There are three ingredients that you may not have on hand but are definitely worth purchasing: Hoisin Sauce - a sweet savory sauce used in a lot of Asian cooking. I add a little orange juice and use it as a marinade for chicken, brush it on shrimp or cod before grilling or baking. ...
Kale Pie for St Patrick’s Day
The other night, I made Kale Pie. My friend Maria recommended it and I bought the ingredients but then they just sat in the fridge. I wanted to make it, but PIE? Who has time to make pie in the dinner rush? Turns out, this comes together quickly -- and you get to enjoy the smell of rosemary wafting through the air while its baking! I will admit, I was a little worried the kids wouldn’t like the kale pie. And my 17-year-old son has quite an appetite. I needed a back-up plan. I usually have ...
Healthiest Tastiest Breads!
My food mantra: “If there is something I eat on a daily basis, I want it to be nourishing to my body.” For many people, that daily something is bread. It is a part of every meal: toast for breakfast, sandwiches at lunch and rolls or garlic bread (yum!) on the dinner table. And right about now, you probably feel like a loaf of bread - especially if, like me, you live in the North East. So why not eat the healthiest bread available. But the bread aisle can be so confusing! With all of the ...
Quick Dark Chocolate Macaroons
I think of February as “Love Your Heart Month” both emotionally and physically. There's no better way to cultivate that love than with these Dark Chocolate Macaroons. You can make them in a snap, perfect for unexpected guests or cravings :) Now that doesn't mean you should stack a massive supply next to the remote control and settle in for the winter, even if you live in snow-bound New England! You can enjoy the glorious taste of dark chocolate guilt-free as long as you consume in moderation. So ...
I Have Super Bowl Soup!
Hello Healthy Eaters! I know I'm popping in during the last quarter, but I had to share this yummy recipe. It would be great to serve during the Super Bowl. I like to offer some sort of soup or stew because it's an easy way to slip in some veggies and can be made ahead of time, so I can enjoy the game, too! My goal was to create a dish that felt like you were eating something indulgent and not "healthy". Tested out by son Patrick -- it got a big thumbs up! So put away the chicken wings ...
Immunity Boosting Tips & Recipe to Fight Cold & Flu
Winter is here, bringing cold and flu season. But that doesn’t mean you have to get sick. If you are giving your body what it needs to boost your immune system, it will take care of the rest! I find that the morning is the easiest time to set up an immune-boosting routine. 8 Daily Immune Boosters 1. Start with a BIG dose of Vitamin C Every morning I have a cup of hot lemon water, followed by Zija Moringa drink. In the winter months, I make sure to have a smoothie loaded with immune boosting ...
A Simple Recipe for Happy, Healthy Holidays
Tis the season for overspending, overeating and stress - that’s what our culture is projecting. I would like to take you down a different path: one that will simplify your holiday season so you don’t feel drained and actually feel joyful! Here is my four ingredient recipe that I strive to follow each year -- it is based on what I know is good for my body and the family traditions that are good for the soul. Get in even more veggies! I prefer soups and roasted vegetables to salads in the ...
Our Favorite Thanksgiving Sides
Love the simplicity of Thanksgiving: gathering around the table with family and friends to recognize our blessings and give thanks. No gifts, just a basic meal of turkey, vegetables and of course, pie! And the best part of Thanksgiving? Everyone can contribute -- by bringing a side dish, making dessert or to helping clear the table. A special bond is created when we come together and share. And who doesn’t like a little help in the kitchen? So in the spirit of Thanksgiving, the members of The ...
3 Ways to Get Healing Foods in Your Holiday Routine — Now!
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season when we have a few more things on our plate (ha! a little pun there :)). We have busier schedules, less sleep and are exposed to more people -- all of which can set us up for illness and feeling stressed out! At times like this, you may be tempted to ditch the fresh real food and grab a quick processed snack or carry-out meal. It may feel like we are making our lives a little easier, but actually, we are really making matters worse! ...
Healthy After-school Treats for Kids and Adults
Laura’s back this week, with a delicious twist on fruit smoothies! -- Denise The fall weather is fast approaching, but that doesn’t mean I am giving up my morning fresh fruit smoothies! This is one part of my diet that stays consistent, no matter how crazy life gets. My daughter is almost 2-years-old and says “ewww” when I offer her some of my smoothie in the morning. Even though she likes every single ingredient, she won’t eat them pureed in a very noisy blender! When I asked her if she ...