We like to have pizza on Friday night. There's something about warm bread and melted cheese at the end of a long week.Last week I made this kale salad. Eric came home and I was chopping up the kale, and of course I received a stare and doubting remarks. Deep down I know that he loves my creativity, even at the expense of his food.Of course the kale ended up on top of the pizza. It's one of my favorite ways to eat my veggies! And guess who gobbled it all up? Kale Salad2 cups lacinato "dinosaur" kale, chiffonadezest 1 lemonjuice 1/2 lemondrizzle of balsamic vinegardrizzle of honeysalt and pepper to tasteWash kale, remove stem and backbone, and chiffonade to create ribbons. Combine all ingredients for kale salad and toss until leaves are coated.Cook your pizza-- we layered on fresh ... View Post
Island Mocktails
Some of my favorite memories of traveling as a family growing up were in the Virgin Islands. When I graduated eighth grade my parents took me on a vacation, just me and them.They let each of us pick where we wanted to travel in the continental U.S. during the summer before high school. I chose the Virgin Islands.When had an amazing time visiting The Baths, going on boat tours, snorkeling, and sitting on the beach as they served us drinks.This was one of my favorite drinks, virgin of course. They make the best fruit smoothies all with local produce. They were so good that my dad would recreate them when we got home, to have a taste of the Islands.We all went back another year as a family, and my dad would actually mix up a big batch of these drinks in the hotel room to save money. He ... View Post
Mystery Reveal {Coffee Brownies}
May I apologize? You all have been waiting so patiently to find out what I've been up to in the kitchen, well except my best friend and dear mother who just had to know before the reveal. I posted this teaser on Facebook the other day. Can you guess what the mystery ingredient is?? Black Beans. Let's say better left a mystery for Eric, he came home as I was mixing these up and he spotted the empty bean can on the counter. He couldn't get over the black beans and chocolate duo, it's not like I'm asking him to have kale for breakfast. So with a recipe like this the best taste testers are co-workers. They are honest and all with diverse palates. I loved hearing their comments! Thank you brave souls. Everyone enjoyed their moist texture, and the chocolate chips in every bite. The coffee ... View Post
Lasagna Pie
Eric has been getting off later in the evening and by the time he is home we are both pretty hungry which has been interfering with our workouts. Who wants to run when they are ready for dinner? So we both snacked before, and laced up our shoes.I went ahead and prepared dinner for tonight before he got home from work, so there wouldn't be any excused to skip our workout.It's been storming and lightening almost daily; we'll have blue skies at the start of the run and lightening at the end which scares the beejeebees out of me... so needless to say I picked up the pace on the way home.During our cool down, dinner baked in the oven! No work required. I needed a night off.Now for some relaxing, listening to the storm, and reading my book before I fall asleep. Night.Lasagna PieServes 41 medium ... View Post
Nutrition for your Eyes
This morning I attended the event, All Eyes on Orlando: A Look at Lutein sponsored by Abbot Nutrtion where we learned about the latest research regarding vision and eye health, and yes you guessed it, how nutrition plays a central role! Two leading global researchers Lewis Rubin, MD and Billy Hammond, PhD and nutrition expert, Tara Gidus, presented in'sight'ful information and the hottest research all about eyes. I picked up lots of nuggets that I'd like to share with you all. 80% of vision impairment is avoidable. As a glasses-wearer myself, I wish I would have cared about eating for health as a child and teen.. maybe it would have spared my vision? I toasted to eye health this morn with a breakfast plate of veggie omelet, fresh fruit, and a glass of OJ. What is ... View Post
Baked Tostadas
behold the tostada. holy deliciousness!baked corn tortillas. these are new to us.crispy and crunchy and the best holder of Mexican goodness, quite literally.so here's to a new take on our weekly taco habit. y'all with me?Baked Tostadas4 servings8 corn tortillas, small round1 yellow onion, diced1 green bell pepper, diced1 lb ground beef3 T taco seasoning1 cup frozen corn1 cup cheddar cheese2 cups lettuce, toppingsalsa, toppingPreheat oven to 425 degrees. Place tortillas on baking sheet and bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown; flipping halfway through.Heat small amount of oil in skillet; saute onions and peppers just until translucent. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water, and stir until incorporated and liquid reduces. Add frozen corn and ... View Post
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