by Kami | Mar 12, 2014 | Appetizers, Healthy Foods for Kids, Healthy Kid Food Options, Recipes, Snacks
Whether you have kids or not, these Ants on a Log are an easy, tasty, quick, and nutritious little snack. Crunchy celery topped with creamy peanut butter and juicy grapes and/or raisins? Oh, I’m in love with these little critters. I love fruit and vegetables! Okay, I may be a little addicted to fruit and vegetables. They have such bright and vibrant colors and a variety of flavors and textures. Ants on a Log are a perfect option when either hosting a party, getting a snack for the kids, or just needing something sweet and juicy. When purchasing celery or grapes, organic is best. They have such thin skin that they absorb pesticides and chemicals. Definitely purchase organic if possible. Regardless, you need to wash those bad boys. Don’t know the value of washing your fruits and vegetables? Check out my post where I SHOW you the importance. It doesn’t take much time, but it’s worth every second! I can’t wait to hear how you enjoy this simple yet finger-licking-good recipe! I think I love them most with the grapes on top. Print Ants on a Log Ingredients 5 or 6 stalks of celery washed, dried, and cut into 2 to 3 inch sticks 1 Tbs natural peanut butter or almond butter per celery stick 1/2 cup raisins 1 cup red grapes washed and quartered Instructions Spread peanut or almond butter down the center of each celery stick. Sprinkle raisins and/or red grapes down the center on top of the peanut/almond butter. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve...
by Kami | Nov 14, 2013 | Chicken, Healthy Holiday Ideas, Recipes, Side Dishes, Turkey
Thanksgiving dinner wouldn’t be complete without stuffing. However, traditional stuffing seemed a little boring to me this year. I always think of YOU before creating a new recipe because I want you to be healthy AND enjoy the food you eat. Well, you’re probably tired of me professing my love for fresh fruits and vegetables. I can’t help myself! If juicy, crisp apples are perfect in my Creamy Apple Oatmeal, why wouldn’t they be fabulous in stuffing? Throw in some crunchy celery, herbs and savory breakfast sausage… and WALLAH! Fluffy stuffing with apple sausage that might steal the spotlight of your main dish this Thanksgiving. Print Apple Sausage Stuffing Ingredients 1 Tbs coconut or olive oil 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped onions 2 1/2 cups unsalted organic chicken stock 1/4 cup dried parsley 1 tsp thyme 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 12 ounces toasted whole wheat bread cubes 1 lb chicken or turkey breakfast sausage browned 3 cups finely chopped apple Olive oil cooking spray Instructions In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and heat for 1 minute. Add celery and onion. Cook until onion is translucent about 3 to 4 minutes. Add chicken stock, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper. Bring to boil. Meanwhile, brown sausage and chop apple. Once stock mixture is boiling, add bread crumbs and stir well. Add browned sausage and apples and mix well. Lightly spray 11 x 7 baking dish with olive oil cooking spray. Scoop stuffing in baking dish and spray lightly with cooking spray. Bake stuffing at 350° for 30 minutes or until top is golden brown....
by Kami | Jul 31, 2013 | Recipes, Smoothies
Print Triple Berry Orange Creamsicle Ingredients 1 cup water 1 scoop vanilla protein powder whey or vegan 1 orange peeled 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks 1 cup fresh spinach or kale or 1 cup of each! 1 medium celery rib 1 cup baby carrots or 1 medium carrot peeled 1 cup frozen mixed berries Instructions In a Vitamix blender, add water, protein powder, orange, squash, celery, rib, and carrots. Blend for 20 to 30 seconds until blended well. Add frozen berries and blend well. If you want your smoothie to be thicker, add more frozen berries or...
by Kami | Jul 25, 2013 | Recipes, Seafood
Print Shrimp Stuffed Yellow Squash I love 'stuffed' vegetables! This new creation will be added to Quinoa and Tomato Stuffed Bell Peppers and Stuffed Zucchini as one of my veggie packed favorites! Ingredients 4 medium yellow summer squash 1 squash per person 1 Tbs coconut oil or olive oil 1 small sweet onion chopped 2 medium celery ribs chopped 1 green bell pepper chopped 2 tsp minced garlic 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and chopped 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs 1/4 cup parsley 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional Instructions Preheat oven to 375. Wash squash and trim off the ends. Cut them lengthwise down the center and carefully scoop out pulp from center. Place on baking sheet with centers facing up. Meanwhile, in a medium size skillet, heat oil. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly tender. Remove from heat. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper. Mix well. Add vegetable mixture and mix well. Scope shrimp mixture into the center of each squash. Bake for 15 minutes or until shrimp are pink. Serve warm and...
by Kami | May 29, 2013 | Beef, Recipes, Soups
Print Manly Steak Soup Ingredients 1 tsp Olive or Coconut Oil 2 medium ribs of celery chopped 4 medium carrots peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1 small onion chopped 1 medium green bell pepper diced 2 tsp minced garlic 32 oz organic beef broth or stock low sodium 15 oz organic vegetable broth low sodium 1.5 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp black pepper 4 large red potatoes cut into cubes 1 lb sirloin steak all visible fat discarded and cut into 1 inch pieces 2 Tbs steak sauce lowest sodium available Instructions In large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add celery, carrots, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly tender. Add beef broth/stock, vegetable broth, thyme, and pepper to celery mixture. Bring to boil. Add potatoes and steak and reduce heat until soup is constantly simmering. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes until potatoes are soft and steak is very tender. Add steak sauce and mix well. Serve and...
