A couple of weeks ago, while shopping for groceries, I spotted a big, beautiful bunch of fresh mint, and I felt compelled to buy it. I don't normally find it in huge bunches like that, and I got really excited thinking of all kinds of things I wanted to make with it. My favorite way to … Continue reading Pear Vanilla Mint Smoothie
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Coconut Tahini Cacao Energy Bites with Dried Cherries (No Food Processor Required!)
Signs of spring are popping up everywhere I look. The snow has finally melted, ambitious little green shoots are sprouting up, and I've been digging through my closet, banishing every last wool/heavy/dark/drab item from my wardrobe. Yes, spring is here, and it's the perfect time for spring cleaning, new beginnings, and finally getting around to … Continue reading Coconut Tahini Cacao Energy Bites with Dried Cherries (No Food Processor Required!)
Shiitake Fajitas with Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
I had to use every ounce of willpower not to title this post Shii-takos. Because although it would've been amusing, fajitas are a much more accurate description for these tasty little pockets of marinated mushroom goodness. If you're anything like me, there are times when you're just in a fajita frame of mind. Every now and … Continue reading Shiitake Fajitas with Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Green Pea Pesto Spaghetti: Healthy & Easy Dinner in 30 Minutes (or Less)
I love, love, love perusing fancy and complex dinner recipes around the internet and within the pages of my ever-expanding cookbook collection. Sometimes, I even work up the energy required to make one of those recipes, spending well over an hour in the kitchen, dirtying up all the bowls and making a glorious mess of the … Continue reading Green Pea Pesto Spaghetti: Healthy & Easy Dinner in 30 Minutes (or Less)
Vegan Copycat Shamrock Shake
This shamrock shake is gonna rock your world! It's thick, creamy, rich, sweet, and minty - all the things you love about the much anticipated St. Patty's Day treat. Unlike McD's, however, it is also dairy-free, chemical-free, fake/yucky stuff-free, and features healthy, all-natural, plant-based ingredients. You don't need any luck of the Irish to whip up this deliciously authentic shamrock shake, you just … Continue reading Vegan Copycat Shamrock Shake
Glowing Green Hummus with Artichoke and Spinach
Things are about to get real. Real green, that is. I thought it might be fun to feature some of my greenest creations over the next week, in honor of St. Patrick's Day. Starting with this gorgeous, bright-hued hummus. There's just something about this dip that makes me feel like spring. It doesn't hurt that it's … Continue reading Glowing Green Hummus with Artichoke and Spinach
Sleep Challenge Check-In, Lacing Up My Running Sneaks, and a Post-Run Smoothie
So much time and so little to do. Wait a minute. Strike that. Reverse it. Sorry, I'm having a Willie Wonka moment. You could say I've been feeling a bit wonky lately, but good wonky, if that's even a thing. This past week I've had so many ideas popping up in my head, I could barely write them down fast enough. It's like … Continue reading Sleep Challenge Check-In, Lacing Up My Running Sneaks, and a Post-Run Smoothie
Easy and Healthy PB + J Chia Pudding Parfaits
It feels like ages since I posted a sweet treat. Ok, I guess it's only been 14 days. But in "dessert years" that's like months! Well, I'm putting an end to the lull in goodies around here with this awesome PB + J Pudding Parfait! What is it about peanut butter anything that gets people (including me) so … Continue reading Easy and Healthy PB + J Chia Pudding Parfaits
Glowing Golden Sunrise Juice – For Gorgeous Skin
So the other morning, I woke up on the right side of the bed. My daughter had a good night's sleep, I went to bed early, and I greeted the early rays of sunshine coming through the window in a happy, feel-good kind of mood. Cue carefree 1960's music... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64uikGn-q3k It's a beautiful morniiin' ahhhh Think I'll get … Continue reading Glowing Golden Sunrise Juice – For Gorgeous Skin
Thai Vegetable Curry with Homemade Red Curry Paste
Last Thursday kicked off the first day of the Chinese (Lunar) New Year. The celebrations last for 15 days, and this is a time when many people throughout Asia travel to be with their families; to enjoy delicious food, traditions, and a break from work. I love learning about the traditions of other countries, and I'm especially … Continue reading Thai Vegetable Curry with Homemade Red Curry Paste
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