My Shopping List
I am often asked for diet and nutrition advice. I want to be clear that I am not a professional or nutritionist. But I do enjoy reading and researching what the best foods are for my family and getting creative in the kitchen. Below is a sample grocery list. I prefer to shop weekly because as … Continue reading
Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
This is a new recipe for our family. Something a little different that what we are used to. But I recently had the Thai Shrimp Wraps from BJ’s and have not stopped thinking about them since. And because Harper loves her some ‘skrimps’, I threw caution to the wind and whipped these babies up…fingers crossed… And … Continue reading
Chicken Cacciatore & Roasted Broccoli
Savory. Spicy. Hearty. HEALTHY. Chicken Cacciatore is one of my favorite meals. Not only does it take less than 30 minutes to prepare but it also results in great leftovers. Until recently I would have served my family a heaping helping of this dish made with regular pasta. But now I opt for whole wheat pasta, smaller servings, … Continue reading
A Healthier, Snackier Key Lime Pie
Key Lime Pie. Irresistible! There is something about chilled key lime pie in the heat of summer that makes me weak in my knees. In order to save my waistline from serious damage, I had to find a smarter way to satisfy this undeniable craving. So here it is, my Healthier, Snackier Key Lime Pie. … Continue reading
A ‘Special’ Chicken Salad Sandwich
Is it really a recipe if you are making a sandwich??? I love me a good sandwich, especially if someone else is making it. But I tend to get stuck in a rut of the same ‘ol-same ‘ol…turkey, cheese, tuna. BORING! Last night we had company and while Chinese take-out got their mouths watering, mine…not … Continue reading
Tricks & Treats: Making Healthy Snacking Fun
In the past three decades the obesity rate among adolescents in the U.S has tripled, resulting in 1 in three kids being overweight or clinically obese. As a Mom and as an American, I find this statistic very alarming. This means an increase in heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, and blood pressure. What does this … Continue reading
Fats: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
Fat-Free = Healthy…NOT!! Decoding all of the information provided on a nutrition label can seem to most like deciphering ancient Egyptian drawings. Impossible, right? This is why I have found it easier to feed my family “real food” whenever possible. You know, food found at its most natural state (without a label), fresh veggies, fresh fruit…But it … Continue reading
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