Looking for a breakfast staple that's good for you and just plain good? Don't be tempted by the oatmeal instant packages full of extra ingredients and added sugars and make these oats quick! Now about those ingredients... We eat a lot of oats in our house, and because we eat them so often, I buy them organic. Popular brands like Quaker Oats have tested positive for known carcinogens, and why that’s bad is a whole other issue which I will tackle later. Ultimately, you want as few of ... continue reading...
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30 Minute Veggie Pasta Dish – that my kids love
We love spaghetti. It's a go to meal. But I like playing around with the basic concept of it to get a similar feel but with a slightly different flavor, so my family (and yours) does not get tired of the same thing. Here is a spin on the spaghetti classic that should put dinner on the table in about 30 minutes. Even though it does not seem like a super kid friendly approach, my whole family loves this meal, and keeps asking for it. So give it a try and let me know what you think. Feeds my ... continue reading...
Mini Meatloafs
I hated meatloaf as a kid. And honestly, most of the time, I wasn't wrong. But I have changed my mind and with this little recipe I bet I can change any haters out there too! Yes, of course I added a veggie, you should know me by now. This recipe is similar to my Meal in a Meatball. So if you love them you'll love this one too. Ingredients: For the meatloaf itself - 2 pounds of ground turkey (organic when possible)1/2 cup of quick oats (bread crumbs, ground flax or binder of choice also ... continue reading...
How to eat more plants and less meat
Plus a Plant Based family meal plan First, why would you want to do this? The benefits of a diverse diet of plants is endless. CDC reports that 9 out of 10 adults and children do not get enough fruit and vegetables. Bottom line is God created plants to give our bodies the nutrients we need to be our healthiest self. The larger variety we eat the better off our mind and body can function. My family enjoys eating meat and processed foods, but I like to focus on plants as the star ... continue reading...
Anytime Sheet pan-cake
My kids were playing house. My daughter kept saying, “I’m a nice mommy, I’m not a grumpy mommy.” And suddenly, I’m insecure about what she is insinuating. Great for breakfast or really anytime! The batter for this sheet pancake can be made in advance and then put it in the fridge. When time for dinner get your helpers to add toppings. We often pair our pancake dinner with smoothies and grits. Because brinner is always a good idea, right?! Nice mommy’s make: Anytime Sheet ... continue reading...
2 week healthy family meal plan
Here are some breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner ideas to help you create a personal meal plan. The aim with this particular plan is to be as dairy, refined sugar, processed free, and gluten limited as possible with plant-based emphasis for about 2 weeks. Use this as a tool to aid your family in detoxing from unhealthy habits and focusing on building healthy new ones by making different choices! Check out my post on tips for meal planning here. Breakfast Options: Muffins like these or ... continue reading...