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I love to take an old family recipe and make it healthier! These muffins turned out much better than I remember from years ago. They were very moist and had a wonderful flavor. I used to add in chocolate chips but decided to try them without. I didn’t even miss the chocolate flavor although adding… Read More
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh shredded mozzarella cheese 2 cups 2% Greek Yogurt 1 14-ounce can artichoke hearts (drain/chop in small pieces) 1/4 cup of shredded carrots (optional) 1 8-ounce full fat cream cheese (let set out at room temp) 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves (slice thin) 1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese 2 garlic… Read More
Black Beans are high in fiber and helps keep food from being stored in the body. They naturally removed cholesterol. (Cholesterol needs fiber to be removed from the body) You can burn 25% more calories if you eat 1/2 cup per day. This recipe is great with Healthy Corn Chips. Black Bean Dip 1 (15… Read More
If you love dumping on the ranch seasoning that they have at the movie theater onto your popcorn, then this is the healthy choice for you! First, make your popcorn (the Whirley Pop Stove-Top Popcorn Popper is fun to say and works great!). Then just add 6-7 good dashes of the Heavenly Ranch, making sure… Read More
Most people love to snack, and I am no exception. As a graphic designer, I sit at my desk for hours and I love to walk into the kitchen and grab a snack. It’s okay that we occasionally have a snack throughout the day, as long as it’s healthy. I also travel a lot so I… Read More
One of my favorite go to snacks, hands down, is my husband’s homemade beef jerky. This is something he created in our kitchen many years ago and it has been a hit with my family, friends, and really anyone who tries it. I am not a fan of the prepackaged beef jerky that you find… Read More
As a mother of three, I have to make sure my kiddos are happy and healthy and that means making sure they are getting the proper nutrients they need for their bodies to perform at top notch. When I lost my weight and started making changes in my daily food choices, I knew it was… Read More
Need something easy and healthy to add to your holiday table or to take along to a party? These nuts have become a family favorite and I have not only served them at holiday parties, I had rave reviews a recent bridal shower. Studies have shown that eating nuts has a beneficial effect on the waistline. Pecans… Read More
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This is a recipe the whole family will love. It’s not something I’d suggest we eat every day, but it’s a very healthy alternative to your traditional cookie recipes or the store-bought variety. I love chocolate and mint, but you can totally omit the mint flavoring and still have a great cookie. I love to… Read More
