Have you tried chia seeds? They are so versitle and good for you. They help keep you full, too! I like to make this chia seed pudding for an easy snack. It also helps when I am craving something sweet. Chia Seed Pudding 8 oz milk (I use coconut or organic almond) 2 T Chia […]
After coming home from a long vacation, the pantry was raided and lentils and arborio rice (short grain rice) in the slow cooker was created. It is so easy and yummy! Lentils and arborio rice 1 cup lentils 1 cup arborio rice 4 cups water (plus more if needed) 1 onion, chopped Braggs liquid aminos, […]
My in-laws’ friend is from the Phillipines and she taught me how to make leche flan. She said it is a traditional holiday dish. To me, it tastes a little more like custard than the traditional Latin flan. Leche Flan 1 can evaporated milk 1 can condensed milk 1 lemon or vanilla 8 egg yolks […]
My friend Ashli made a delicious ham soup. When I attempted to make it, I made a few modifications and here it is. Enjoy! 2 small onions, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, minced 3 stalks of celery, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced 15 oz. navy beans 15 oz. […]
Cherry Almond Vanilla Smoothie Makes 1 serving 2 scoops Vanilla Life Shake Protein 1 cup Liquid (almond, coconut or soy milk) 1/2 tsp vanilla 1 cup frozen cherries 1 Tbsp. natural almond butter or 1 tsp almond extract 397 calories, 42 g carbs, 24 g protein, 16 g fat, 12 g fiber, 0 mg chol, 483 […]
These pumpkin protein balls are so adorable, yet are healthy, too! They are a great way to celebrate fall and get more protein into your little one’s diet (or yours)! Enjoy! pumpkin protein balls @sharingatoz Click To Tweet Pumpkin Protein Balls 1 cup vanilla protein (our favorite is this one or this one) 1 cup […]
I love fall. It is such a beautiful time of year with the pretty colors and cooler climate. It also means pumpkin everything! Here is a summary of our favorite pumpkin posts: Healthier pumpkin bars Pumpkin spiced coffee Pumpkin smoothie Pumpkin (cranberry) muffins Pumpkin nice-cream Pumpkin gingerbread bread Healthier pumpkin pie Pumpkin soup Pumpkin protein […]
Overnight oats are an easy, no cook way to have a healthy breakfast (or snack) in minutes. Overnight oats 1/2 cup oats ( I use steel cut oats) 1/2 cup liquid (water or some type of milk) 1 Tbsp. Sweetener (honey, maple syrup, stevia, etc.) Optional: 1tsp vanilla Spices: cinnamon or nutmeg are my favorites […]
This Chocolate Coconut Shake smoothie is delicious! Each serving of Shaklee Life Energizing Shake Mix comes packed with omega-3 (ALA) an essential fatty acid that supports heart and brain health. Try it today with this tropical twist: 2 scoops of Shaklee Energizing Life Shake, Chocolate 8 oz. nonfat milk or milk substitute 1/2 tsp. coconut […]
One day when I was craving chocolate, I threw together this protein bar. When my kids asked me to make it again when it was gone, I knew I had to share it! Kids’ Protein Bar 1/2 cup milk or milk substitute (I used soy) 1/2 t vanilla 1/2 c honey 1/2 c applesauce (unsweetened […]