With 2020 behind us and the roller coaster of feelings and events that came with it, January 2021 brings new hope of possibilities and new beginnings. As we start the new year, instead of thinking about resolutions, starting over, or placing restrictions on ourselves, why not think about some of the ways we’ve grown through…
Back to school puts me in a brown bag mood. I filled these mini bags with these tasty, fresh, lo-cal treats. Perfect for your hard-working student.
There's a great outdoor cafe in Los Angeles called Urth Cafe and you might have seen it on Entourage – Vinnie and the boys eat there in nearly every other episode. It is a major celebrity haunt. Anyway they serve this amazing bowl of steel-cut oats with all the fruits, nuts and milk served on…
Remember the sound of the Ice Cream Man? I remember all us kids went running for a dollar and our bicycles when we heard those chimes. Remember Rocketpops? Well here's my little healthy throwback.
These moist little heart-warmers make great healthy Christmas gifts straight from your kitchen. The real surprise is that they are good for you. As seen on The 700 Club.
You think you know pizza but have you grilled one at home on your gas grill?
I love December! The cold weather, the holiday decorations, the spirit of giving and the general feeling of hope and love is in the air. My favorite thing to write about it giving. Thanksgiving is time to be grateful for all you have, and Christmas is truly the time to give. I love to get…
Think these look good? Wait until you taste them. This is one of the most luscious, mouth-watering breakfasts you'll ever make for Thanksgiving or Christmas. The real surprise is that they are good for you. As seen on my appearance on The 700 Club.
After the holidays, you want to eat something pure, healthy and fresh so you can sort of recover as you venture out into the cold and shop your heart out. And there's still no better feel-good meal than a homemade soup to warm you up.Low in fat and high in nutrients, perfect for detoxing from…
We've all got memories of Grandma's legendary home cooked beef stew. Create a new, healthy legend of your own with this uniquely smoky heartwarming winter favorite. I don't mind short, dark, blistery days when I can come home to this. I'll just put on my Snuggie and curl up on the couch with my bowl…
I like recipes like this. You throw everything into the food processor or the blender – and hit the switch. You can't go wrong. It's so easy it seems like it ought to be illegal.*Please note that this recipe is for the sauce and not for the steak itself
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Practicing Gratitude During a Season of Thanksgiving
This year has been trying for all of us. Change has been the predominant word on my heart and mind for the year. Changes in the way we do everyday things like shopping, working, school, communicating with loved ones and even gathering with people has definitely changed this year. We will be adjusting to more…
This new spin on fries is super high-presentation and surprisingly easy. No peeling necessary.
The fire season may be coming to an end, but with the upcoming flu season it is more important than ever to protect your lungs – not to mention, we are still in the middle of a world-wide pandemic that primarily affects the respiratory system. Since October is Health Lung Month, it is timely to…
Nutrition Facts: Serves 1; 86 calories, 0 g protein, 8 g carb, 0 g fat
Filet Mignon with Sauteed Mushrooms, Arugula Salad with Figs & Pomegranates, and Roasted Cauliflower with Shallots & Sea Salt
In California we've literally got fresh organic peaches falling from the trees here in the Summertime. The only challenge is to figure out more delicious ways to eat 'em. Here's one more peachy treat, for breakfast this time.