• Recipes

    Meet My Go-To Lunch

    Oh my werdddd ya’ll, I can’t believe we are in the last week of September. This year is FLYING by and I wish I could make it slow down. I have truly felt like this year has gone by quicker than the rest. Maybe it’s because so many wonderful things have happened for our family this year. Don’t get me wrong, we’ve had our lows as well but I try to stay positive and I’m grateful for all the goodness. I really want to get back on track with my blog and post more recipes. I’m not gonna lie with the fact that I’ve majorly slacked off in that area.…

  • Health,  Recipes

    Avocado Pesto Sauce

    I am a big fan of superfoods, and quinoa tops my personal list. It is delicious! In fact, my family eats so much quinoa, I had to find new ways to spice it up! When eaten plain, this superfood tastes just like rice. We have replaced all our rice, oatmeal, and some pasta recipes with it. Quinoa is high in fiber, protein, and iron, so it will leave you feeling fuller longer. If you like a meatless Monday in your menu like I do, packing quinoa into your meal is a logical choice. It basically cooks like rice, so don’t be wary of needing expert cooking skills to prepare it.…

  • Health,  Recipes

    Lettuce Wrap It Up!

    Lettuce Wraps with Chicken and Peppers We eat this fast, simple and healthy meal a lot in our household. This is so easy to throw together, I save it for days like Sunday when I am burned out from cooking all week and just want to relax and enjoy the day. The wraps are super filling and packed with protein from the chicken and avocado to keep you full longer. Grocery List: 6 organic mini sweet peppers 2 organic boneless chicken breasts 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp minced garlic 12 organic romaine lettuce leaves 1 ripe organic avocado 1 jar organic black bean and corn salsa Sea salt and freshly…