You’ve probably heard it: the way to men’s hearts is through the stomach. (This applies to most girls I know, too.) And nothing says I love you like a home-cooked meal, especially if it’s healthy and delicious. Whether it’s a Valentine’s Day dinner just for you, or two of you, the whole family or the […]
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Steak with Red Wine Peppercorn Sauce
Aside from an apple a day or a glass of red wine with dinner, a few dashes of freshly ground black pepper may be one of the easiest, most economical tips to keep the doctor away! Better yet, the New York Times suggests cooking with red wine still retains all the anti-inflammatory properties that make it a […]
Top Ten Healthy Valentine’s Day Treats
Need some new Valentine’s Day ideas? The St. Valentine’s holiday history is an eclectic mix of flying cherubs from Greece, several Christian clerics named Valentine, forbidden Roman marriages, pagan fertility rights and chaste, courtly love. This year we thought we’d simplify things; skip the long-stem roses, mystery-filling chocolates, mass-produced cards and heart-shaped jewelry for a […]
Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte
Pumpkin Spice Latte! T’is the season! Boy, we all love them, but not all of us an drink them every day, right? And nor should. With a 16oz. grande topping in at 310 calories with a whopping 52g of carbs and 50g of sugar, the Starbucks favorite sure isn’t helping out your hips! And that […]
Crockpot Maple Bourbon Pumpkin Butter
’Tis the season for pumpkin EVERYTHING! Pumpkin ravioli, pumpkin pancakes, pumpkin chili… The list goes on and on! We LOVE pumpkin this time of year and can’t seem to get enough of it, myself included! But how to stay happy and healthy with all that pumpkin-y temptation? I’m lookin’ at you Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Chicken Pho with Cucumber Noodles
I just love pho. It’s a favorite of mine. However, my tummy does not love wheat and I try to avoid other grains as well for the most part. I just feel better on a grain-free diet. That is why I love my spiralizer! I have been loving making soup with zucchini noodles, as in […]
Crustless Vegetable Quiche
This is definitely a family favorite in our household. Easters and Christmas mornings homemade quiche has been a staple in our house for as long as I can remember. For our big family no less than 4 quiche pies were necessary at any gathering! This version is a bit different than the classic we have […]
VIDEO: Spiraled Cucumber Greek Salad
This new healthy twist on a classic Greek salad recipe is delicious, refreshing and healthy. Whip it up in minute with your SpiraLife Pro Vegetable Spiralizer. Perfect for even the biggest salad hater! Kids love it because of its fun lettuce replacement! Full written recipe here: Spiraled Cucumber Greek Salad When considering spiralizers, choose between […]
VIDEO: Melon Ball Ice
Creating melon ball ice “cubes” is the easiest thing in the world and adds so much flavor and character to anything you use them in. With a simple melon baller and a little bit of freezer time, they are ready to go! They are a great way to chill your drinks and as they start […]
30 Healthy Watermelon Recipes PLUS 6 Fun Watermelon Crafts
Summer is finally upon us! One of our favorite summertime treats is WATERMELON! Love, love, love the stuff. We know that we plan to eat it all summer long, and you should, too. To make it even easier and more fun (if that’s possible!), try this Watermelon Slicer. The video below shows you exactly how […]