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A satisfying snack to get healthy fats in for your day. Nuts with salt can be used to help regulate blood sugar levels. They can also be effective to satisfy sugar cravings. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons salted peanut butter (only peanuts and salt as ingredients. I recommend Teddy Bear Peanut Butter) walnuts, pecans, any nuts of your choice pinch of coarse sea salt or Himalayan salt drizzle of olive oil Directions: Add peanut butter to a bowl and a add small topping of nuts of y

These homemade tortillas taste better than any tortillas you can buy in the store. When you have the time these are a fun project to make. I usually make a large batch that I can eat throughout the week. Ingredients: 2 cups masa harina (King Arthur Flour makes a great one - but possibly discontinued) 1 1/2 to 1 2/3 cups hot water 3/4 teaspoons salt Directions: Note: This recipe is easiest to make if you have a tortilla press and an electric mixer with a dough mixing attachmen

Sweet potatoes and taco seasoning is the perfect sweet and savory combo you didn't know you needed. Ingredients: 1 -8 oz can of beans (any type) 1 -8 oz can of corn iceberg lettuce chopped tomatoes diced 1 fresh diced onion 1.5 lb ground beef 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning 2-3 sweet potatoes (uncooked) olive oil salt to taste 2/3 cups water jalapenos Sweet Potato Directions: Pre-heat over to 425F and grease a cookie sheet to bake sweet potatoes with. Wash and cube s

This is a soft, nutritious bread loaf that is great for sandwiches, toast, and many other purposes. This recipe is specific for a breadmaker. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water 2 teaspoons bread machine yeast dash of honey 3 Tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons salt 2 1/2 cups white bread flour 1 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour Directions: 1. Place all of the ingredients into the breadmaker pan. Add yeast, water and honey first, then salt and oil, and finally flours. 2. Choose basic bread

This taco seasoning ensures there are no mystery ingredients and can be made in a large batch to use at any time. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper dash of red pepper flakes Directions: 1. Store in a cool dark place in an air tight container. 2. Use 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning per pound of ground beef.

A family favorite, kid friendly easy recipe for a busy night. This is a great recipe to make in a large batch and eat the leftovers for lunch during the week. Ingredients: 16 ounce box of uncooked elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons of olive oil 1 large onion (white or yellow) 1 bell pepper 2 teaspoons of minced garlic 1.5 lb of ground beef 14.5 ounce can of diced tomatoes undrained 15 ounce tomato sauce 3 tablespoons tomato paste 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning 2 teaspoons of salt

This is a great summer recipe for a healthy snack or for hosting a cookout. This is also a creative way to get your daily dose of beans in for the day. Ingredients: 1 - 8 oz can of black beans 1 diced bell pepper of any color diced cherry tomatoes 1 - 8 oz can of plain corn 1 large diced red onion 1 lime Directions: 1. Rinse and strain beans. 2. Add beans, peppers, tomatoes, corn, onions, and juice of one lime and mix until combined in a bowl. 3. Enjoy with tortilla

These steak subs are a healthy alternative to steak and cheese subs. The roasted peppers, onions and mushrooms add a delicious depth to these sandwiches. They are an easy busy night dinner and a hit with my kids (sans veggies) Don't mind that I was so anxious to eat this that I took a bite before taking a picture... . Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil 1-2 cup fresh mushrooms 1 large yellow onion 1-2 bell peppers 1 pound fresh shaved steak salt and pepper to taste sub

This is such a great healthy snack on a warm summer day or it can be paired with a meal or as a summer cookout side. Ingredients: Fresh cucumbers Garlic powder Pepper Salt Directions: 1. Slice cold cucumbers into 1/4 inch slices. 2. Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper as desired. 3. Serve immediately or child in refrigerator until served.

Crust Ingredients (makes 2 - 12 inch pizzas - serving size: 4-6 people): 1 1/3 cups warm water 1 Tablespoon honey (Limiting my sugar intake, I usually use less than 1 tablespoon. I will usually just add a small little drop of honey, just enough to activate the yeast to rise) 2 1/4 teaspoons (or 1 packet) instant yeast 4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus more as needed 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus more for greasing 1 teaspoon of salt cornmeal for du

Drinks can still be fun while cutting out sugars, caffeine, and alcohol. Seltzer is simply carbonated water that comes in lots of flavors and can be dressed up in so many ways. Make sure the seltzer you choose is truly sugar free. Check the nutrition facts on the back! Some seltzer brands like Liquid Death contain small amounts of sugar. Add seltzer to a cute glass, infused with some fruit, and/or add lemon as a garnish for a perfect refreshing summer (or anytime) drink. Note

2 large chicken breast 3 tablespoons (or as needed for cooking chicken) olive oil flour salt and pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon brine capers drained 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and zest of one lemon 3/4 cup chicken broth or water or as needed diary free milk (optional) fresh parsley pasta of your choice Gluten free note: To make gluten free replace the flour with gluten free flour and pasta with gluten free pasta. Pre-heat a s

Ingredients: 1/3 cup popping kernels 3 Tablespoons of olive oil salt and other seasonings to taste Directions: Add popping kernels and olive oil to a large thick-bottomed saucepan (e.g. 3 quart sauce pan). Cover with a lid and place on stove top and heat on medium/high. After a few minutes you will hear the kernels start popping. When popping starts to slow down between pops, remove from heat. Add seasoning of your choice. I usually just like salt but my husband likes adding