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Sweet Potato Veggie Bowl

To be honest, I do not love the flavor of sweet potatoes but they are a quality carb so I try to include easy sweet potato recipes.  Katie, my assistant, tried out this recipe and said that it was tasty and easy.  Have fun with adding your favorite toppings. Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, cooked […]

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Crockpot Turkey Chili with Black Beans & Squash

Everyone is loving my crockpot recipes and I have gotten some requests for Crockpot Chili (with meat).  I am sure you will love it. Ingredients: 2 cups dried black beans 1 pound ground turkey 2 cans diced tomatoes with juice (I love using zesty jalapeno flavor) 10-14 oz of frozen mixed bell pepper strips 6-8 oz of […]

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Glorified Rice and Beans

Been experimenting with more vegetarian dinners these days and this is a family staple.  Rice and beans sounds boring but with all the fun extras, it’s an awesome dish.  Beware of your portions of the rice and beans.  For my weight loss clients, I only recommend 3/4 cup total of the brown rice and beans.  […]

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Crockpot Lentil Sausage Spinach Soup

I am obsessed about the crockpot recently.  Sometimes I am just too exhausted to cook a full meal – I am sure you can relate.  This crockpot recipe is a spin on my Hearty Lentil Soup but even easier. Ingredients: 1/2 pound dried lentils 8 oz ground sausage (pork, turkey or chicken) 14 oz bag […]

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Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

I have made many versions of tortilla soup but this is my first time in a crockpot.  It’s even faster than my 10 Minute Vegetarian Tortilla Soup and a family favorite. Ingredients: 2 large chicken breasts (frozen or defrosted) 12 oz bag of frozen corn 14 oz bag of frozen mixed pepper strips 6-12 oz […]

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Crockpot White Bean Chili

You gotta love crock pot recipes. I threw in frozen chicken, frozen veggies, canned beans and spices…and it smelled and tasted awesome! Ingredients: 2 cans white beans, rinsed 1 can diced tomatoes with jalapenos or chilis with juice (to add a little kick) 1 large onion, chopped (or 1 cup frozen chopped onions) 1 bell […]

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Easiest healthiest egg scramble

This is the perfect breakfast to start out your day with protein, veggies, complex carbs and healthy fat. All you need is one pan and 5 minutes. Ingredients (1 serving): 2 eggs unscented coconut oil or olive oil large handful of raw spinach and/or other veggies (I love onions, peppers, and mushrooms) 1/3 cup canned/cooked beans (I […]

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Fajitas: Steak, Chicken or Vegetarian

Fajitas are a pretty healthy meal but I like to make a few improvements.  First of all, corn tortillas are much better for you than flour so try that.  Skip or cut down on the unhealthy dairy (cheese and sour cream) and add extra avocado.  And go crazy on the veggies – add extra peppers and […]

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Healthy Cookie Dough Bites

Cookie Dough that’s healthy.. GET OUT. These little cookies are super easy to make and are so good! You wouldn’t believe that they are actually not too bad for you. You could have them as a sweet treat or a snack on the go. The secret ingredient is chick peas! They make the cookies super […]

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Mexican Topped Baked Potato

I know potatoes get a bad rep but if you balance it properly, this starchy carbohydrate will absorb slowly and be a healthy choice. Ingredients: 1 small – medium sized potato 1/4 cup black beans 1/4 cup fresh or frozen bell peppers 1/4 cup salsa 1/2 avocado (save the half with the pit inside in […]

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