Recently, I discovered the Green Smoothie. . . you know that one that’s been floating all over pinterest? Seriously, it’s everywhere. Did you know that spinach is one of the healthiest vegetables for you? All leafy greens are packed with vitamin C, K, and calcium, which are needed to maintain a functional immune system, clotting of blood and strong […]
Quick & Easy
Tuna Wraps + Cabbage, Carrot and Kale Salad
“Today” Waking to the sound of birds’ happy chirps instead of alarms’ bellowing honks – oh! how restful slumbers and joyful morning songs suddenly soothe my week of worries. Walking outside, into the warmth of the yellow globe above — I find its smile also to be contagious. Whooshing briskly past, tickling my rosy-ing cheeks […]
Dinner Tonight: Bean, Potato and Guacamole Burritos
Flour tortillas — toasted slightly in oven Homemade oven-fried potatoes Homemade refried beans — dried pinto beans cooked overnight in the crockpot…then reheated w/ butter on stove Homemade Guacamole — avocados, canned minced garlic, salt, pepper, lemon pepper, diced tomato Sour cream Hot sauce Hungry Belly — most essential ingredient! :) Like it? Share it!
New Blog Discovery: Chick Pea Tuna Salad with Kale Greens
I’m always excited when I discover a new food blog. Knowing other people love food as much as I do makes me feel a little less crazy. ;) Plus, I get inspired by others’ ideas for recipes that I maybe never have thought of. Like this recipe, for example. :) I found it through a series […]
Homemade Bean Burrito (Microwave-Style)
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Dear College Student: Microwave Recipes for You!
Dear College Student, I know being a student can keep you busy. And making yourself food is an impossible task because you have no stamina or ideas. Driving thru a fast food joint just seems easier. What if I told you that eating healthy at home is not only as inexpensive as driving up to […]
Gluten-Free (GF) Chocolate Raspberry Cake
Is it just me or have you noticed that it’s a fad to eat “gluten-free?” It’s becoming so popular that it’s even marketed as healthy. (As if eating fruits and vegetables and whole grains and lean meats isn’t healthy?) I believe that this popularity has unfortunately caused the price of gluten-free products to soar. Poor […]
Peanut Butter Granola Bites. Easy Breakfast, Snack or Dessert!
Great as a grab and go breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a healthy dessert! I will warn you though: they’re super addicting! Like it? Share it!
Happy Valentine’s Day! “I Love You” Scones. A HEARTy Breakfast!
Whether you celebrated with a significant other, a best friend, or your family, I hope that everyone had a lovely Valentines Day! Cobalt and I didn’t do anything special this year like we have the past two years while we were dating and engaged (respectively). We really prefer not to brave the crowds when we don’t […]
Homemade Pizza Pockets: Simple, Fun, Tasty and Kid Friendly!
This afternoon I was at the grocery store buying a few things and almost bought a pizza. When telling my husband this, he says enthusiastically, “Can you go back and get one?!!” I said with a smile that I’d see what ingredients we have and try to make one. When he suggested calzones, I wholeheartedly agreed. :) […]