Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Breakfast on the go!

Rushing out the door? Need to catch the train or bus? 
Well, have quick tasty and nutritious breakfast on the go!

Grab a small container and throw in: 
One banana, one scoop of peanut butter ((all natural peanuts with peanuts as the only ingredient)),
Some raisins, and granola! 

This is a Healthy breakfast that will fill you up and you can avoid that bagel or muffin!


Bananas - "are a very good source of vitamin B6 and a good source of manganese, vitamin C, potassium, dietary fiber, potassium, biotin, and copper."

Raisins - "are dried grapes/currants. However, unlike fresh grapes, they indeed are rich and concentrated sources of energy, vitamins, electrolytes, and minerals. In addition, they are packed with several health benefiting poly phenolics anti-oxidants, dietary fiber, and other phyto-nutrients."

Natural Peanut Butter - "are high in protein, low carb, cholestrol free, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO and Kosher."

Monday, June 16, 2014

Bluenanaberry Smoothie

*10+ Frozen Blueberries
*1 1/2 Frozen Banana
*6 Frozen Strawberries
*1c O.S. Cranberry Pomegranate
*1/2 c Low-fat yogurt
*Dash Pink Himalayan Salt
*1Tbls Raw Honey
*1/4 Tsp Cinnamon
*1/2 Tsp Vanilla Extract
*1 Tbls Artichoke Vitae Plus
  • Place all ingredients in Ninja Blender
  • Pulse 3-4 times 
  • Blend on High about a minute or until smooth consistency
  • Pour in tall glass or two if sharing
**Makes about 24 ozs
ENJOY LIFE!

Rosemary Olive Oil Crusted Tofu

*Granissimo by GoGoQuinoa
-1c of grains cooked in 2 & 3/4c of water or your favorite Broth. (following instructions on bag)
**Serves 4-6**
---------Crusted Tofu---------
*1 bag Rosemary Olive Oil Potato Chips (crushed fine)
*1 14oz Extra Firm Tofu (sliced lengthwise 8pcs
*Salt
*Pepper
*Sazon with Saffron
*Whole Wheat Flour
*1 beaten egg & Almond Milk
*Grapeseed Oil
*Non Stick Skilled/Pan
--Pat dry the Tofu Slices
--Season with salt, pepper, and Sazon( keep in mind chips are salted)
--Dip Tofu in WW flour, then dip in
--Egg mixture, then dip in
--Crushed Potatoe Chips
--Place in heated pan med-high
--Turn once.
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--Serve a portion of Granissimo
--2 slices if Crusted Tufu
Bless the hands that provided and made it from God to yours!
ENJOY LIFE!!

Sunday, June 15, 2014

OatChiFlax

*1/2 c Old Fashioned Oats
*1c Water
*Pinch Himalayan Pink Salt
*1Tbl Chia Seed
*1Tbls Flax Seed
*1/4 Tsp Cinnamon
*1Tbls Honey or Maple Syrup or Algave
--Place all of the above in medium saucepan, bring to a boil and lower to med-low for liquid to dissolve.
--Stirring occasionally for non sticking on bottom.
--Up to 5 minutes or until cooked.
--Shut off and let sit a few minutes covered.
--Place in serving dish.
--Garnish with Trail Mix or fresh fruit...(endless options..make it to your liking), drizzle again with Honey.
ENJOY LIFE!

Cauliflower -Back to Basics

*Fresh cut Cauliflower buds
*Double Boiler with boiling water
-Bring water to a boil
-Cut cauliflower buds approximately same size
-Place on top layer of pan
-Cover answer and cook until knife tender or crisp tender
-Remove from heat and transfer to a dish, add Himalayan Fresh Ground Pink Salt
-Fresh Ground Peppercorn
-Drizzle with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
ENJOY LIFE!

Tuesday, June 10, 2014

Refreshing Summer Salad

**Baby lettuce (Spring Mix)
**Arugula Leaves
**1 Mini Sliced Cucumber
**1 Tbsp Dried Cranberries
**1Tbsp Walnuts
**1 oz Feta Crumbled Cheese
**Croutons
**2 Tbsp Raspberry Vinegrette Dressing
--Layer to your liking and drizzle with dressing.
ENJOY LIFE!!!

Friday, June 6, 2014

Quinoa A La Maggie & Steamed Fried Sweet Potato!

ENJOY LIFE!!

Quinoa A La Maggie

*Veggie Broth Quinoa
*Sauteed Onions & Tomatoes
*Sauteed Garlic Tofu
---Mix all 3
ENJOY LIFE!!

Steam Fried Sweet Potato

*1 Med/lg Sweet Potato (Root Vegetable that has a  Pink to Dark Purple skin color)
*4 Tbs Grapeseed Oil
*Himalayan Pink Salt
* Fresh Ground Peppercorn
--Peel Sweet Potato and cut sort of thick as if making Fries
--Heat pan and Grapeseed Oil then place Sweet Potato in pan
--Add Salt & Peppercorn and cover
--Let cook med/low stirring every 3-5 minutes until tender, crispy and brown edges. Total time approx 15 minutes.
ENJOY LIFE!

Sauteed Garlic Tofu

* 14 oz Extra Firm Tofu (remove from water, place in drainer overnight or a few hours)
Dice in cubes about an inch
*2 crushed Garlic gloves
* Himalayan Pink Salt
* Fresh Ground Peppercorn
* 2Tbs Grapeseed Oil
* 1 packet of Sazon with Saffron
  • Place diced Tofu, crushed garlic,salt & pepper in bowl and toss gently to coat evenly.
  • Heat Grapeseed Oil in non-stick skillet.
  • Medium High heat and then place Tofu mix.
  • Cook 5-7 minutes, stir carefully occasionally to brown sides.
ENJOY LIFE!

Sauteed Onions

*1/2 med/lg Yellow Onion sliced lenghthwise
* 1 Tbs Grapeseed Oil
*6 Grape Tomatoes cut in half lenghthwise
*Himalayan Pink Salt
*Fresh Ground Peppercorn
--Heat Grapeseed Oil in non-stick skillet
--Place onions stir, add salt & pepper. Just 3 minutes
--Add Grape Tomatoes and cook additional 3 minutes
ENJOY LIFE!

Veggie Broth Quinoa

*1/2c Quinoa
*2c Manischewitz Vegetable Broth
*Dash Himalayan Pink Salt
*Fresh Ground Peppercorn
*1 Sliced Med/Lg Carrot
--Place Quinoa in medium large saucepan and let toast 3-5 min.
--Add Veggie Broth
--Bring to a boil and lower heat to a simmer
--10-15 minutes into boiling  process add carrot slices
--Let cook additional 10-15 minutes until all liquid has been absorbed.
ENJOY LIFE!

Thursday, June 5, 2014

Mango Yogurt Chia Smoothie

*1c Frozen Mango (bought fresh then froze)
*1/2c Low Fat Yogurt
*1c Coconut Milk(SO Delicious brand)
*2Tbs Raw Honey
*Pinch Himalayan Pink Salt
*1/2Tsp Vanilla Extract
*1/2Tsp Cinnamon
*1tsp Chia Seeds
--Place all ingredients in blender
--Pulse 3-5 times
--Blend on High 1 minute
--Add Chia Seeds
--Blend once more
Pour in tall glass add tiny dollop of Yogurt.
ENJOY LIFE!!

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Broccoli Brown & Wild Rice

**Carolina Brown & Wild Rice
**Broccoli Florets (basic)
**Grape Tomatoes

Coconut Milk Quinoa Porridge

*1/2 c Quinoa
*1 1/2 c Coconut Milk (SO Delicious brand)
*1/2 c water
*Dash Himalayan Pink Salt
*Pinch Ground Cloves
*1/4 Tsp Ground Ginger
*1/4 Tsp Cinnamon
*1/4 Tsp Vanilla Bean Paste (or Vanilla Extract)

  • Place Quinoa in medium saucepan
  • Medium High heat, toast Quinoa 3-4 minutes
  • Stir in Coconut Milk and water along with rest of ingredients
  • Bring to a boil and let simmer on low heat 25 minutes or so until all liquid is consumed
  • Let it cool, add frozen blueberries and raspberries
  • Drizzle with Agave
  • Shave Ghirardelli Square 60% Cacao for garish

Enjoy life!!!

Steamed Broccoli (basic)

*Fresh Broccoli Florets
-Place in double boiler
-Let steam 6-9 minutes just until tender.
-Remove from heat.
-Fresh ground Himalayan Salt
-Fresh ground Peppercorn
-Drizzle Grape Seed Oil
***Side dish with endless possibilities****or alone!!!
Enjoy!!!

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Avocado Romaine Salad

*Romaine lettuce
*Iceberg lettuce
*6-9 Grape Tomatoes cut in 1/4's
*1/2 Haas Avocado in slices
*Raspberry Vinegrette Dressing
*Feta Cheese Crumbles
*Croutons
--Wash and cut the lettuce
--Layer the ingredients in order and enjoy life!

Maple flavored Oatmeal & Chia

1/2 c Old Fashion Oatmeal
1 c water
Dash Himalayan Pink Salt Crystals
1/4 tsp Maple Flavoring
1/4 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Ginger
1 tsp Chia Seeds
---Place all ingredients in small saucepan with lid.
---Medium heat, mix until boiling begins.
---Cook on low heat 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until water evaporates.
---Shut off heat and cover with lid.
***Walk away****
Place in dish, drizzle with Raw Honey and mix nuts and raisins.
Possibilities are endless!
Enjoy!!

Monday, June 2, 2014

Whole Wheat Thin Sandwich

*Quick & easy Guacamole
*1 Thin WW sandwich bread
*2 small leaves Romaine Lettuce
---Toast bread slices
---add Romaine Lettuce
---Veggie Burger
---Spread Guacamole
****MAGIC****

who needs MAYO?????

Quick & easy Guacamole

1/2 Haas Ripened Avocado
Dash of Himalyan Pink Salt Crystals
1Tbs Fresh Squeezed Lime
4 Diced Grape Tomatoes
1Tbs Diced Red Onion
-mash Avocado gently with fork
-squeeze Lime
-dash Salt
-mix
-add diced Red Onions and Tomatoes, mix again
****makes almost 1 cup****
Enjoy as a dip with :
Blue Corn Chips
On thin Whole Wheat Sandwich with Veggie Burger....etc, endless ideas!!!

Chia Seeds Pudding (basic)

**Chi Seeds Pudding**
2 Tbs Chia Seeds
1/2 c Almond Milk
1/2 c Low Fat Yogurt
Pinch Salt
1/4 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract
1Tbs Raw Honey
--Place all ingredients in bowl with lid, stir with fork or whisk until smooth.
Place in fridge overnight.
*In the morning drop either fresh fruit or frozen and ENJOY A SUPER REFRESHING SUPERFOOD!!!!

Sunday, June 1, 2014

Baby Steps

Aunt Jemima Whole Wheat Pancakes
Fresh Raspberries
Fresh Blueberries
Drizzle with Raw Honey
Scrambled Eggs
*follow box or make alterations
*cage free eggs are healthier
**Our body is the temple of God, therefore we must treat it as such and begin the health reverence***

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Breakfast option ~ Fruit

"Eating a clean and light breakfast in the morning is a great way to transition the body from a fasting state to an eating state. Studies have found that consuming a heavy breakfast inhibits fat oxidation throughout the day – these heavy meals often include animal products like eggs and bacon or sausages.

A protein-heavy breakfast like eggs, bacon and toast will sit like a brick in your stomach and give you feelings of fatigue for the rest of the day. Switch your animal protein-based breakfasts for fruit, and you’ll notice immediate health improvements after just one week."

Taken from article below; Read more at:
http://livelovefruit.com/eating-fruit-for-breakfast-completely-transform-your-health/#5HGtCzl3QeQaGYw6.99

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There is nothing better than eating natural sugar in the form of fruit!

Pineapples
Strawberries/blueberries/ blackberries/raspberries 
Kiwi
Melon




Blueberry Banana pancakes


My healthy pancakes. :)
Made with no eggs.

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Banana/Blueberry Whole Wheat Pancakes
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I used whole wheat pancake mix (no water, eggs or oil)

- mix in bowl 1 cup of whole wheat pancake mix
and
1 cup of almond milk
1 banana blended (instead of a egg)
a tablespoon of honey 
- mix
then added a cup of blueberries (mixed again)

- on pan coated it with coconut oil.

then poured mixture into pan.

Turned over on each side.

done. ---->> banana/blueberry whole wheat pancakes





Sunday, May 4, 2014

Holistic Approach to feeling better.

Start feeling better by looking at your overall health.  It's all about mental, spiritual, and physical well-being.