Candy Cane Hot Cocoa

Peppermint tea is a delicious and soothing caffeine-free beverage, making it enjoyable any time of day. Peppermint tea is known to relax the body and mind—perfect for the stress that seems to come along with the holidays. Drinking peppermint tea is a great way to boost your overall health in a number of ways; it has the ability to improve…

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Spicy Southwest Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed Peppers make for a delicious dinner any night of the week! They are filling, yummy and they can be prepared ahead of time.  5 whole peppers 1/2 lb ground turkey 1 can diced tomatoes with peppers (such as Rotel) 1/2 tsp. ground pepper 1/4 tsp. cayenne 1 tsp. paprika 1/2 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. garlic 1/2 tsp. cumin Optional toppings ideas: green onions, jalapenos, pine nuts, Cotija cheese Cook…

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Roasted Mixed Veggies

ROASTED MIXED VEGGIES INGREDIENTS: 1/2 medium zucchini, cut a bit thicker, they tend to get mushy otherwise 1/2 medium summer squash, cut a bit thicker 1/2 medium red bell pepper, 1/2 medium yellow bell pepper, 1/2 pound fresh asparagus, 1/2 red onion 1 1/2 tablespoons MCT oil 1/2 teaspoon Himalayan Pink Salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly…

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Hot Peppermint Green Tea

If you are anything like me, you get bored with your drinks after some time. Well, maybe it is time to vary your tried and true green tea! It is amazing in itself, but read up and see why you should keep the green tea, but maybe alter the flavors! Studies have shown that regular…

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Cool Down with a Quinoa Salad

Looking for a healthy recipe for your picnic during this hot weather? Try a zesty quinoa salad! It tastes good right away and even better after the flavors can meld together overnight in the fridge. This could be served as a side or over lettuce or spinach as a meal! Delicious! ZESTY QUINOA SALAD: 1…

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Pesto Grapes and Pear on a Celery Salad

We all have a go-to salad of veggies that are easy to keep in the pantry.  It is time to mix it up and start introducing new salads to your repertoire so you never get sick of a healthy lunch.  This salad has a simple homemade vinaigrette, I used lime to mix it up from…

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