We made it to the first Wednesday of the official fall season! The temperatures may be cooling down, but it's still in the 80s down here in Texas, so today I'm bringing you the perfect early fall treat: PUMPKIN PIE POPSICLES! They're a cold and creamy, dreamy swirl of lightly sweetened pumpkin and a ... Continue Reading
Meal Prep – Week of September 21st, 2020
Happy Monday, meal preppers! This week's meal plan is full of fun, (mostly) newer recipes. I just posted the Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein recipe last week and it is da bomb. You gotta try it out - and it's perfect for prepping! Here’s what’s on this week’s menu: The Meal Plan Day ... Continue Reading
Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein
Looking for a veggie-heavy meal that packs a ton of flavor? This Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein is your answer! Now, I realize that chow mein is supposed to be fried noodles...so maybe Lo Mein is a more appropriate title for this recipe. But let's be real, we're using spaghetti squash in place of the ... Continue Reading
Kiss of Smoke Mezcal Margarita
The irony is not lost on me that I'm sharing this "Kiss of Smoke" Mezcal Margarita at the end of a week where it seems like most of the west coast is on fire or blanketed in thick smoke. But hey, it's Mezcal Week and I'm sure we could all use a drink (or mocktail) today, perhaps some more than ... Continue Reading
Dairy-Free Peanut Butter Cold Brew Protein Shake
Hey hey, it's Wednesday again! I know some of you guys are already dealing with wintery weather (hi, Denver!), but it's still pretty toasty down here in Texas. So today I'm sharing the recipe for this can't-stop-drinking-because-it's-so-good Dairy-Free Peanut Butter Cold Brew Protein Shake. It can ... Continue Reading
Peach Wine Spritzer
Welcome to the unofficial end of summer! Hopefully you all get to enjoy some safe relaxation this weekend with a (small) group of friends or family. A big batch wine cocktail is just what you'll need - so give this Peach Wine Spritzer a try! Peaches are still going strong in the markets down here ... Continue Reading
Meal Prep – Week of August 31st, 2020
Happy Monday, meal preppers! Hope you all have a great week ahead. Here's what's on the menu this week: The Meal Plan Day 1 Breakfast: Zucchini Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Muffins with egg white slicesLunch: Tuna Salad with Pretzel Crisps and GrapesDinner: Olive Garden Salad with ... Continue Reading
Zucchini Chocolate Chunk Oatmeal Muffins
Chocolate chunks are better than chocolate chips in baked goods, amirite?! If you don't think so yet, I bet you'll be converted after trying these Zucchini Chocolate Chunk Oatmeal Muffins! Of course you can buy chocolate in chip or chunk form at the store, but the real deal is when you chop up a ... Continue Reading