When you don’t have the energy to cook, it helps to have some quick meals on hand in the freezer or frig. Here are some ideas! Frozen dinners, pizza (read labels, opt for a healthy version) Frozen fruit and/or veggies to add to a smoothie Frozen breakfast sausages (I like to have these with a...Read More
Fast food is not always the healthiest of choices but when the main goal is to get food in your stomach after a long day these suggestions may help! Arby’s: Roast Turkey Farmhouse Salad with ½ Packet Dijon Honey Mustard Dressing Burger King: Classic hamburger (no cheese) I was surprised the read the BK...Read More
Not all of these choices are healthy, but when you don’t have the energy to cook, it’s important to get something in your stomach! Opt for organic/non-GMO. Oatmeal – individual/microwaveable servings (helps to add fresh fruit if you have on hand!) Cereal – low sugar Nut butter toast (peanut, almond, etc) Toast with nut...Read More
I remember many days digging deep in the pantry for something to eat till payday. Hope these ideas help! Brinner! (Breakfast for dinner) Oatmeal, Cereal, frozen waffles, or any other easy breakfast! Peanut butter & jelly sandwiches (toasted, if desired) Tuna fish sandwiches (or on lettuce) Grilled cheese – add a slice of deli ham...Read More
With 50 billion smoothie recipes out there, this is a great choice for a “go-to” to start your day and keep it simple! 3 cups kale, spinach (or any greens) 1 apple or pear, chopped 1 small cucumber, chopped juice of one lemon 1 T grated ginger 1 T freshly ground flax seed 1 1/2...Read More
(For Juicing) 2 oranges 1 lemon 2 carrots 1/2-inch ginger, freshly grated ice Optional: fresh turmeric, 1/4 t. cayenne pepper Peel oranges, lemon, carrot. Cut into pieces to add to juicer. Add optional turmeric. Stir in cayenne pepper, if desired. Pour over ice.Read More
Growing up, we had a period of time my mom had to get creative with meals to feed our family of six on a very tight budget. Here are not only some of those meal ideas but some of my own as well! Texas Hash (we lived in Illinois so I’m not sure where she...Read More
2 T olive oil 1 medium leek, rinsed, white and light-green parts diced 2 cups spinach 4 large eggs 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled s&p to taste Directions: Heat oil in skillet over medium-low heat. Add the leek and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the spinach until just wilted, add the...Read More
Mix and match as you like, aiming for a balance, and try to limit higher-sugar fruits. Follow the general principle of liquid first, lightweight ingredients next (powders), and the heaviest items on top. If none of your ingredients are frozen, add some ice cubes. LIQUID: water coconut water unsweetened nut milk oat milk hemp milk...Read More