Super Bowl Swaps
It’s almost game time! Although you and/or your guests may enjoy and be looking forward to all the traditional football fare, you can try some of these tips to keep everyone healthy and happy!
Chicken Bolognese
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Cranberry Sauce with Pears
Yield: Serves 8 Ingredients 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries 2 medium pears, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch chunks 3/4 cup coconut sugar 1/2 cup water 3 tablespoons agave 2 tablespoons orange juice 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Direction Combine cranberries,...
Butternut Squash + Pomegranate Quinoa Stuffing
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Baked Apple Recipe
Try this sweet, healthy alternative to apple pie on Thanksgiving or any time during the year. 6 apples (choose your favorite variety!) 1/2 cup raisins and/or dried apricots 1/4 cup chopped walnuts OR pecans (or other nuts) 3/4 tsp grated orange zest 3/4 cup...
Wild Mushroom Gravy
Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Yield: 8 servings Ingredients: 1 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 c. chopped onion 1 tsp. dried thyme 1/4 tsp. salt 8 oz. oyster mushrooms, sliced 1/4 c. dry sherry 3 c. mushroom stock 1 1/2 tbsp. almond flour (or...
French Bread Pizza
Back-to-School LUNCH
Here we go again! The long, hot, lazy days of summer are coming to an end, and that means back to class, routine, crazy schedules, sports, carpool, and…packing countless lunches and snacks for school. I must admit that I did NOT miss this prep work these...
Spinach Berry Salad
It’s FINALLY Summertime! Memorial Day Weekend is here. Let the summer BBQs begin! This year I would love to help you think of all the healthy options that can be part of your party or family meals all season long. This is THE time of year to take advantage...
Homemade Cauliflower Pizza
Ingredients 1 cup cauliflower rice, cooked 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Cheese 1 egg 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1/2 tsp fresh garlic (or use garlic powder- I use a small sprinkle only.) 1/2 cup Rao’s Marinara sauce 1/2 cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese...
Roasted Lime Asparagus
Ingredients: 1 bunch asparagus, with 1-inch, cut off from the end of the stem 1/2 lime 1 Tbsp olive oil salt and pepper to taste Place asparagus in a single layer in a roasting tray. Coat with olive oil and squeeze the juice of the lime. Stir for even coating....
Vegetable Turkey Burgers
Ingredients: 20 oz or 1.25 pounds lean ground turkey 1.5 cups finely chopped kale 1 cup onion chopped then sauteed in 1 tbsp olive oil on a stove 1.5 cup finely chopped red, yellow, orange peppers 2 Tbsp almond or quinoa flour 2 egg whites 1 clove fresh garlic minced...
Gluten-Free Zucchini Muffins
Ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut flour 1/4 cup almond flour 2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 4 eggs 1/4 cup maple syrup (or honey or agave) 1 tsp vanilla 2 TBSP coconut oil 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar 1 banana, mashed 1 cup unpeeled, finely...
Gluten Free Fruit and Nut Muffins
These muffins are made from all natural ingredients. With about 250 calories, 6 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber, they make a great breakfast or filling snack. They are gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, and very filling and satisfying. Not to mention, they are...
Simple Sides: Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Carbs seem to have a bad reputation lately, but there IS such a thing as a good carb: a sweet potato is one of them! The orange-colored flesh of sweet potatoes is packed with health-promoting beta-carotene, which is converted in our bodies to Vitamin A. Vitamin A...
Chocolate Fondue
Does anybody else feel like this coooold March on the East Coast keeps dragging? Well, it is still National Nutrition Month, so we might as well keep working on our summer bodies while we wait for the weather to warm up. Speaking of warm, I have another healthy,...
Slim Sloppy Joes
Superfoods for Heart Health
Since February is American Heart Month, I wanted to share with you some amazing heart-healthy foods. Each of these ingredients is great on its own, BUT they are all found together in one of my favorite new products: Supernola, which is a new superfood granola. Check...
Chicken Zucchini Boats
A few weeks ago, my husband and I went to pick up lunch at a market we like in Westchester. I was getting my usual salad, and he decided on a zucchini boat, which happened to look delicious. As we sat down to eat, I of course had to taste his dish. Yes, it was pretty...
Green Egg Salad
I have always been a fan of “salads”: tuna salad, chicken salad, and egg salad. And I will admit that I do enjoy the taste of mayonnaise. Since it is high in cholesterol and saturated fat, I love finding alternative recipes to make healthy, but tasty dishes. With...
Chocolate Overnight Oats
Yes, that’s right: I said CHOCOLATE! This is a great, healthy way to give into one of our most popular cravings. Instead of sitting and eating an entire chocolate bar or indulging in a decadent dessert, I’ve created a recipe so you can healthfully enjoy...
Overnight Oats
I have a confession: I have been looking at, admiring recipes for, and even recommending overnight oats to friends and clients for a while now. But it was not until yesterday that I actually made some for myself. There is no particular reason: I eat plenty of hot...
Turkey Tacos/Salad
This is a great low-fat alternative to red meat, filled with fiber, and fun for older kids to help create their signature dish while selecting their own toppings. Mom and dad can enjoy a low-carb version by enjoying a taco salad. Ingredients: Lean ground turkey meat...
Lamb Stew
Lean red meat is a healthy option when enjoyed in moderation. Plus this hearty meal provides some welcoming warmth on a cold winter’s day. Lamb can be one of baby’s first foods as it is easily digested when pureed. Ingredients: 1.25 pounds of lean cubed lamb meat...
Spicy Crusted Salmon
Salmon is packed with Omega 3 fatty acids that are essential for baby’s brain development. They offer improved brain function, mood, and heart-healthy for everyone. Salmon is also very high in Vitamins D and B12. The panko and spices will cut any “fish” taste that...
Lower-Calorie Holiday Drink Recipes
Wine Spritzer (Instead of a full glass of wine/champagne, this has half the calories.) Ingredients: 3 oz white wine (Sauvignon Blanc, Reisling, etc), 1 oz club soda, handful of ice, lemon or orange garnish Directions: Pour wine into glass containing ice. Top off with...
Vegetable Macaroni and Cheese
This white/yellow dish will appeal to those picky eaters who don’t love their vegetables! It is a high-fiber, lower-fat version of the always-favored mac and cheese. Serve with a salad or green vegetable to balance out the meal. Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked whole...
Peach Sauce
Have you ever wondered why those trendy baby food diets are so alluring? If you have ever made or tasted fresh, delicious foods like this one, you will see why! This is a fun alternative to typical apple sauce, and is amazing when the fruit is in season. Using...Fall/Winter Foods for Healthy Skin
Many factors are involved in decreased skin quality and aging. Hormone imbalance, inflammation, infections, and free radicals (oxidative stress) are internal mechanisms that can exacerbate skin deterioration and aging. To take good care of your skin you can use the...
Herbed Chicken and Rice
This is just good old chicken and vegetables. The marinating and slow-cooking are the secrets to full tender flavor. Ingredients: 1 pound raw chicken breast, 1 sweet onion-chopped, 1/2 bag baby carrots and/or 2 chopped yellow or orange peppers, 10 stalks of...
Baked Apples
Perfect for a snack or even with oatmeal and yogurt for breakfast, this sweet treat tastes like the apple pie without the pie. For those who prefer the crunch, they can enjoy their apple topped with a couple tablespoons of graham cracker crumble or granola....
Banana Blueberry Smoothie
Give your baby yogurt without the added sugar of the store-bought brands. Or add a straw and some ice to create a frozen protein-packed treat for yourself or your budding athlete. Ingredients: Greek or nonfat plain yogurt (Greek yogurt is thicker and higher in...
Breakfast Potatoes/Potato Scramble
Make your own “Home Fries”, which are just as delicious, and way more nutritious, than deep fried potatoes. Plus these have added fiber from the vegetables. Enjoy for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Ingredients: 1 medium diced white, red, or Yukon gold potato, ½ cup...
Massaged Kale and Mango Salad with Grilled Chicken
With Summer in full swing, it’s so nice to enjoy a meal from the grill that includes the amazing sweet fruit of the season. Add in a couple of superfoods that can help naturally detox against those extra summer cocktails and ice cream, and other bad foods but...