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Psssst.... overnight oats don't have to sit overnight in the fridge 🤭. That's right! You can make your "overnight oats" a few hours in advance of when you plan to eat them. When I wake up craving them, I'll make them in the morning in time for lunch! And like so many of my recipes,… Continue reading Yogurt and Chia Overnight Oats
It started like this: Today was one of those days in which your mood can only be described as lazy. I had a stressful day yesterday and I wanted today to be extra easy. For dinner, I was craving my Pesto and Edamame Pasta Salad. But first, I would need to empty out the pot… Continue reading Lazy White Cheddar Shells with Edamame and Spinach
I had chocolate chips in my oatmeal this morning and I loved it! It was just what I needed today 🙂 At the end of this article I share the recipe. But first, let's have a short conversation. Why was it okay to eat chocolate in my breakfast? Read on please...Have you found your food… Continue reading Chocolate-Raspberry Oatmeal
Do you love eggs at any hour of the day?If yes, keep on readin'! This recipe is a fun Mexican twist on a classic dish. While there are thousands of shakshuka recipes floating around, this one gets it spice from jalapeños! The combination of jalapeños, tomatoes, and onions mirrors the vibrant flavors of salsa. Serve… Continue reading Spicy Salsa Shakshuka
This pasta salad is perfect for a Meatless Monday, or really any day of the week! There is plenty of protein in this meal with the edamame and hemp hearts. Balanced off with fat from the pesto and carbohydrates from the pasta, it is well-balanced and satiating for hours. Easy to make, nutritious, and delicious!… Continue reading Edamame & Pesto Pasta Salad
I'm sure by now you have heard of "Nice Cream." It's essentially a healthier alternative to ice cream, made out of frozen bananas. Depending on the mix-ins, nice cream can be a delicious and nutritious snack! Ingredients: 2 frozen ripe bananas 3 tbsp natural peanut butter 1/4 of an 85% cacao dark chocolate bar, chopped… Continue reading Peanut Butter and Dark Chocolate Nice Cream
Today might be the day dedicated to peanut butter appreciation, but in my heart it's peanut butter day everyday!To commemorate peanut butter's special day, here are some quick nutrition facts to help you appreciate the queen that peanut butter is. One serving of PEANUT BUTTER will provide: 2 grams of fiber, which helps keep you full… Continue reading Happy National Peanut Butter Day!
Guest writer Maria Jimenez speaks about evolving views on food: I have never been a “bad” eater. What I mean by bad is that I rarely lose my appetite and will eat or try mostly everything. I love food and it has always been one of the most enjoyable aspect of life. I viewed vegetables… Continue reading Nutrition and Motherhood
This is the first blog entry from guest writer Ana Jimenez Having a liver transplant was not an easy thing to recover from. It’s has been difficult to acquire and maintain healthy eating patterns. One of the main struggles was coming from a Mexican background where if you don’t eat enough you aren't… Continue reading Nutrition Recovery After a Liver Transplant
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