Pumpkin Muffins (Egg and Dairy Free)

You’ll Need 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 1/3 teaspoons ground cinnamon* 1/3 teaspoon ground ginger* ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg* ¾ cup white sugar ½ cup brown sugar 15 ounces plain pumpkin puree (from can or fresh) ½ cup apple sauce...

Lemon Ginger Scones

You’ll Need 2 cups flour 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/4 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped, (found in the spice section of store) 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1 cup buttermilk 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil 1 large egg 1 Tablespoon water 1 Tablespoon sugar Directions Preheat...

Challenge: Put Your Brain Into “Sleep Mode”!

Challenge yourself to stick to these habits for at least 2 weeks and track your progress along the way. You can use a sleep tracking app or a journal to document your sleep quality and how you feel in the morning. Over time, these habits can help train your...

5 Keys To Find Your Peace

Finding peace in the crazy chaos of your daily life can be a struggle. But there are certain keys that can open the door to a calmer approach in your personal journey. These are listed are below, but just keep in mind that they all involve self-reflection, self-care, and...

Black-Eyed Peas and Rice Salad

Beans are a super food and this is one of the many bonuses they may offer our health. This is a unique dish that is easy to prepare. You’ll Need 1 1/2 cups cooked black-eyed peas 3 cups hot cooked rice 1 Tablespoon Dijon-style mustard 1 teaspoon salt Fresh...

Up Do Your Grilling Options

  Up Do Your Options on the Grill Grilling vegetables and fruit is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the natural sweetness and smoky flavors. Here’s a simple recipe to get started: Ingredients: Assorted vegetables (such as zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms) Assorted fruits (such as...

Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta w Vodka Cream Sauce

Hi everyone, this recipe is a staple in our home, and it is so dirt-simple to make that you end up looking like a cooking superstar when it actually takes you no time at all … bonus!! This recipe is published in The Fat Fallacy.  Sundried tomato pasta with vodka cream sauce...

Ginger-Citrus Chicken

Ginger not only is it loaded with wonderful flavor, but it is also a punch of health too! You’ll Need 6 chicken thighs 1 cup orange juice 1 orange, peeled and sectioned 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons pepper 3 Tablespoons butter Juice of one lemon 2-inch piece fresh ginger,...

Spanish Rice

 Please share your recipes with us. This Spanish rice can complement a variety fish. Submitted by Ryan at Westinghouse. Thank you, Ryan! You’ll Need: 1 cup chicken broth 1 cup tomato sauce 6 slices bacon 2 onions, diced 1 cup uncooked white rice 2 tomatoes, diced 2 green bell...

Cilantro and Carrot Rice

This recipe works well to complement some grilled shrimp or fish. You’ll Need 3 Tablespoons butter 4 medium carrots, peeled, chopped 2 large red bell peppers, chopped 1 cup chopped onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 cups long-grain white rice 6 ¾ cups chicken or vegetable broth ½ cup...