Frozen Grapes

I don't know that I would call this one a recipe but so a fun healthy snack idea! I grew up with my dad always freezing grapes for us as a healthy snack. I forgot about it until just the other day. I decided to surprise my son with this. He thought it was hysterical that I had put them in the freezer. He loved the crunch and quite honestly so did I.

All you need to do is rinse off your grapes and stick them in the freezer for a few hours then enjoy! Kids will love it I promise!

Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Turkey Lettuce Wraps

The 21 day fix extreme has some really easy fun new recipes in that that come along with the meal plan guide book. This recipe was one of them! They tasted great. I added the cheese and a little bit of guacamole for extra flavor! Even though these look really pretty I decided to cut it up like a salad after trying and failing at eating them like a wrap. I don't think I was rolling them the right way. None the less they still hit the spot! The recipe called for tomato sauce but I skipped it. 

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs raw 93% lean ground turkey
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 3/4 cup water
• 6 large lettuce leaves, washed and dried
• 1 medium tomato, chopped

Directions 

• Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.  Add turkey; cook stirring frequently for 5 minutes or until no longer pink.
• Add garlic powder, cumin, salt, chili powder, paprika, and oregano; mix well. 
• Add onion and bell pepper, cook stirring frequently for 4 to 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent. Add in the water and diced tomatoes 
• Once your finished cooking everything serve on a fresh leaf lettuce. I topped mine with some cheddar cheese and a little dollop of guacamole. 

Drop A Dress Size - Spring Challenge

Drop A Dress Size Spring Challenge 

March is almost here... THANK GOODNESS! I don't know about all of you but I am so ready for some bright new spring clothes and a little bit warmer weather. I have worn enough dark colors and sweaters! Bring on cute dresses and spring colors! I am excited to be hosting a challenge group this March for those who are looking to slim down with the hopes of maybe dropping a dress or clothes size this spring. I will be hosting an online private support group. In the group, I will provide you with daily motivation, recipes and tips on clean eating and healthy living. Not only will I provide you with this but you will also be surrounded by others who are working on the same goal as you are. I have to say that the support groups seem to be why so many of my challengers are successful. There really is strength in numbers.

The cool part about this months "drop a dress size challenge" is that I will be giving away a prize at the end of the month long challenge. Anyone who "drops a dress size" will be entered into a drawling for a $100.00 VISA gift card to put towards their new spring wardrobe. I can't think of a better prize for someone who has just dropped a dress size. Think new dresses, skirts, shorts, tank tops and BATHING SUITS!!! Seems like a great way to celebrate your hardwork!

We will kick off the challenge on March 16th. I will be taking a limited number of applicants this month. Please fill out the application below and I will be in touch shortly. I look forward to working with you and teaching you how to drop a dress size in a very short period of time!

* This challenge is only open to new clients who are not already working with a Beachbody coach. 

THINK SPRING EVERYONE!!! It can't stay cold forever!

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Baked Oatmeal Cups

Baked Oatmeal Cups 

This past weekend I went on a baking spree. I was in full on Martha Stewart mode. My husband was pretty pumped about all the fancy dinners and fun breakfasts that I made. These oatmeal cups were super easy and tastes great. A little less clean that I would personally like because of the brown sugar but it was a hit with them so that is all that matters. My plans were to make these ahead of time on Sunday so I could pack them for breakfasts at the beginning part of this week! I hope your family loves it as much as we did. 

Ingredients

• 2 eggs

• ¼ cup melted coconut oil

• 1 cup packed organic brown sugar

• ½ cup organic applesauce - no sugar added

• 1½ cups skim milk (or whatever milk you like)

• 2 tsp. vanilla extract

• ½ tsp. salt

• 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon

• 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats

• 2 tsp. baking powder

• Optional: your favorite toppings (fruit, nuts, chocolate chips, etc.)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a muffin tin with paper or paper/foil muffin liners.

1. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, oil, and brown sugar until sugar is dissolved. Add the applesauce, milk, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk until well combined. Stir in the oats and baking powder.

1. Fill the muffin tin with ¼ cup of the oat mixture in each muffin cup. Add your favorite toppings. Push the toppings down into the oat mixture with a spoon.

1. Bake for 30 minutes. Let them cool for 5 minutes before eating. Store in an airtight container. 

* We loved the chocolate banana chip combo the best! These were super moist! Made about 18 oatmeal cups. 

Mocha Banana Shakeology

Some days I like to shake things up and instead of using water I like to go from coffee for an extra kick! This one is easy and delicious!

Ingredients 

10 ounces of cooled coffee 

Shaker cup full of ice

4 ounces of vanilla almond milk 

1 teaspoon of banana extract 

1 scoop or packet of chocolate shakeology 

1 ripe banana 

Directions

Combine coffee, ice and almond milk in your shaker cup. Pour into the blender then add in your shakeology, banana, bananna extract. 

Blend for one minute. Pour and enjoy! 

Steel Cut Oats with Apples

This winter has been a harsh one this year and I find myself wanting something warm and filling to eat on the weekend when I can stay in and just be cozy with my boys! This steel cut oats and apple one was amazing! I cooked the oats according to the package for just one serving. The boys are not huge fans of oatmeal so I just made this one for myself. I used the Trader Joes Quick Cook Steel Cut Oats. As I was cooking them I added in diced apples. I used an entire apple. Cooking it with the oats gave it enough time to get the apples soft. 

Then I added in a small handful of walnuts, a dash of cinnamon, vanilla and sea salt as well as a tablespoon of cashew butter and a splash of vanilla almond milk. 

I did not follow a specific recipe for this one I just doctored it up myself. Worth a try on a cold morning!!! Kept me full for quite some time! 

Stay warm! 

Mediterranean Rice Noodle Dinner

Mediterranean Rice Noodle Dinner 

This past summer I had bought the Clean Eats cookbook in effort to find some new clean eating recipes. Most of the time all of our dinner ideas come from Pinterest but I was wanting to change things up this week so I reached for my cookbook. I rarely make dinners without a protein but as we gear up for lent this one seemed to be perfect. It only took about 30 minutes from start to finish to make. This will serve 4. 

Ingredients

1 package of rice noodles

1 lb of vegetable spaghetti - I bought mind at Wegmans but you could shred your own

3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

1pint of cherry tomatoes 

10 fresh basil leaves 

Zest and juice from 1 lemon 

3 cloves of garlic 

1/2 cup of kalamata olives

1 - 2 teaspoons of sea salt

1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper

2 tablespoons of unsalted butter

Parmesan cheese for topping 

Some of the ingredients you will need! 

Directions 

Cook rice noodles in a separate pot while you begin to cook the main dish 

In a large skillet warm the olive oil and toss in the vegetable spaghetti 

Add in garlic and tomatoes and cover for about 10 minutes so that the vegetables can soften

Stir occasionally 

Add in the lemon juice, olives and basil 

Once noodles are finished toss them into the mixture. 

Add in salt and pepper as well as the butter 

Portion out and sprinkle with parmesan cheese 

Enjoy!