Berry Tart For Two

This tart is too good not to share with someone. It’s also good for you. Isn’t that the ultimate gift after all? Sharing healthy delicious things with people you care about? Maybe that’s just the dietitian in me that wants all gifts to improve your health and well-being in some way. Dietitian or not though,ContinueContinue reading “Berry Tart For Two”

Meatless Monday: Mediterranean Cauliflower Nachos

Did you know that going Meatless once per week can help to reduce climate change, deforestation, and saves water? What’s not to love about that! My absolute favorite flavors come from the Mediterranean regions. I’m a sucker for a great olive oil on top of roasted vegetables. I also love the taste of feta or yogurtContinueContinue reading “Meatless Monday: Mediterranean Cauliflower Nachos”

Brace Yourselves…Michigan Produce is Coming

It’s officially Spring in Michigan which means Summer will soon be upon us. A Healthier Michigan has this lovely comprehensive guide to all Michigan produce and when it’s ready to harvest. Farmer’s Markets across the state will soon open in May. Time to get brainstorming on recipes. I’m personally excited to make a rhubarb andContinueContinue reading “Brace Yourselves…Michigan Produce is Coming”

Ya, ya grill ya, ya, ya grill

I loved that song in 7th grade. Classic Nelly. My husband got that stuck in my head. Anyway, back to grillz. The cooking type that is. I want everyone to be prepared for what is about to happen. GRILL SEASON. Us folk in Michigan were spoiled with 70+ degree weather and full blown sunshine over the weekend.ContinueContinue reading “Ya, ya grill ya, ya, ya grill”

5 breakfast ideas with 5 ingredients or less in 5 minutes 

Mornings are great for some, nightmares for others. I don’t think anyone wants to physically cook while half asleep in their jam jams. I’ve mastered the art of drinking coffee while watching YouTube videos. But, I have also mastered the quick and healthy breakfast game. Now my mornings are perfect.  Here are 5 ideas toContinueContinue reading “5 breakfast ideas with 5 ingredients or less in 5 minutes “

10 Produce Items to Buy Every Week

I’m about to give you an insider look at my weekly grocery list. These are things I do buy and use on a regular basis. You will likely find one or more of these items in a single recipe that I post. I put these things on here because most you can eat raw, butContinueContinue reading “10 Produce Items to Buy Every Week”

Meatless Monday in Minutes

Monday’s are hard, but dinner doesn’t have to be. The last thing I want to do on Monday night is make dinner…and I love cooking. Luckily Annie’s Homegrown makes this awesome macaroni and cheese that is all natural. I tend to add in lots of vegetables, top with a little extra cheese and whole wheatContinueContinue reading “Meatless Monday in Minutes”

Ketogenic Diet

I have been fortunate to work with patients on the ketogenic diet. The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, moderate protein, and very low carb diet. This diet helps to put patients in ketosis, which means they use fat as their main fuel source rather than glucose. This diet is highly effective at helping control seizureContinueContinue reading “Ketogenic Diet”

Breakfast: A Meal for the Entire Family

According to the USDA, only 44 percent of Americans are eating breakfast every day, yet 93 percent of Americans say it is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast is well known to promote a healthy weight by preventing overeating later in the day. Breakfast eaters are also less likely to develop chronic diseasesContinueContinue reading “Breakfast: A Meal for the Entire Family”

3 drinks to make this NYE

  Raspberry Mint Bellini  Refreshing and light with a mint flavor twist. Truly tastes like the holidays in a glass. Another plus to this drink, it’s absolutely stunning to look at!  Ingredients: 4oz Prosecco ½ oz Chambord 2 drops mint extract Garnish: Mint sprig 3-4 fresh raspberries Preparation: Place fresh raspberries in the bottom of aContinueContinue reading “3 drinks to make this NYE”