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Less is more for this super yummy vegetarian pea soup.. and you wont miss a thing. 16 oz bag of split peas 1/2 bag of organic baby carrots already peeled.. I chopped in to small pcs. ( want traditional carrots.. use about 5 big ones peeled and chopped) 1 medium sweet onion.. chopped small 2 …
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Not going to lie.. I made this on a whim.. just wanted something warm and hearty and … kind of easy .. What I got was FABULOUS… Its this simple.. 1 box of trader joes black bean latin style soup (19 oz) 8 oz trader joes vegetable stock (in a box) low sodium 2 cans trader …
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WHOO HOO.. yes I did.. and yes.. I am the proud owner of a shiny new Spirooli.. courtesy of my honey.. it was a Hanukkah gift .. 🙂 So whats a Spirooli? Its a Veggie cutting gadget ( it is what it is) .. it turns basic veggies into spirals of pure delight.. …
So today Im working from home.. a few reasons .. but the # 1 reason is weather related ! We are experiencing a nor’easter.. you know sideways snow, heavy winds and a scattering of ice .. its a mess.. with that said, working from home was a no brainer. Sitting at my desk and looking …
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So when it comes to baked goods….. I have to say, I prefer crunchy over soft.. Im not a big fan of muffins, chewy cookies, cakes or cupcakes.. but put a scone, hard cookie or biscotti in front of me.. and Im a very happy girl. Im even happier if the baked good is gluten …
So many people ask me how to make spaghetti squash.. and when I tell them.. they just laugh.. Why?? Theres nothing to it. Heres the “secret” to your veggie Sunday Spaghetti Dinner First .. buy a nice size spaghetti squash (also known as winter squash).. one small squash can make two generous bowls of …
After a conversation with a gym buddy the other day who asked for my advice about a weight loss plateau she came up against .. I thought Id share the important of balance with you all as I had shared with her.. So I bet you did’nt know that Homeostasis is a REALLY important part …
Cant get simpler or yummier… 2 Frozen Bananas (cut up and peel before you freeze them ) 1/2 cup of almond, soy, hemp, or whatever kind of milk you choose.. water would work too but less creamy.. FYI I chose almond… (add more liquid if you want softer but only a little at …
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When I think of healthy lifestyle.. I think sustainability! What is good for me overall and what can I do for the long haul.. comfortably. For me.. eating healthy ‘overall’ has never been difficult.. I always say “it’s what you do most of the time” that matters.. and most of the time.. I’m on …
I woke up this morning with a lot on my mind.. I couldn’t wait to write about it.. . then I re-thought…. too much info.. not necessary (really).. so , here it is… Long story short (shorter at least) .. after 6 mos of living in pain and going from one fact finding Dr. appt …
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