Egg-cellent Avocados
Recipes
May 07, 2013
I wander through Pinterest a lot when I’m bored and looking for new ideas. That’s how this whole thing started… I found this post about broiling avocados and thought to myself ”Self, why the heck didn’t we think of that?” Then of course, I was flooded with a ton of ideas for
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What a Crock of Chicken!
Recipes
Apr 18, 2013
I keep a fairly busy schedule, as most of us do these days, so I love an easy recipe that comes out delicious and healthy. I also tend to cook ahead or at least prep ahead when I can. This is a recipe that allows you the convenience of both. The other
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National Grilled Cheese Day
Product Reviews
Apr 12, 2013
I don’t know about you, but grilled cheese is a major comfort food for me. I’m already a pretty big cheese lover… but melt it between buttery slices of perfectly grilled bread and I’m SOLD! When it comes to food, I’m also a bit of an adventurous type. I like to open
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Easy Steak Marinade
Recipes
Apr 10, 2013
This easy steak marinade is a fantastic way to have your steaks bursting with flavor! You can mix it in a blender or magic bullet, or use an immersion blender if you like. I did mine with a magic bullet. Easy Steak Marinade Print Prep time 2 mins Total time 2 mins
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Smoked Andouille Sausage Bowl
Recipes
Apr 08, 2013
This was a meal born out of a sausage craving. I was in the mood for a little bit spicy and super filling. So I went scrounging around to see what all I could throw together to make the flavor I was looking for. So, I tossed some rice, seasonings and corn
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Slimming Tip: Eat at Home
Healthy Information
Apr 05, 2013
Eat home-cooked meals at least five days a week. A Consumer Reports survey found this was a top habit of “successful losers.” Sound daunting? Cooking may be easier than you think. Shortcut foods can make for quick meals, such as pre-chopped lean beef for fajitas, washed lettuce, pre-cut veggies, canned beans, cooked chicken strips,
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Shrimp and Toasted Barley Bake
Recipes
Mar 26, 2013
When it’s cold outside, I like to make a warm and soupy dinner. As much as I love my crock pot, I don’t always want the crock pot flavor… so I decided to try out a bake in stead. First, I toasted whole grain barley. I used just a touch of Melt
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Slimming Tip: Whole Grains
Healthy Alternatives
Mar 22, 2013
Whole grains such as brown rice, barley, oats, buckwheat, and whole wheat also belong in your stealthy weight loss strategy. They help fill you up with fewer calories and may improve your cholesterol profile, too. Whole grains are now in many products including waffles, pizza crust, English muffins, pasta, and soft “white”
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Slimming Tip: Eat Soup
Healthy Alternatives
Mar 08, 2013
Add a broth-based soup to your day and you’ll fill up on fewer calories. Think minestrone, tortilla soup, or Chinese won-ton. Soup’s especially handy at the beginning of a meal because it slows your eating and curbs your appetite. Start with a low-sodium broth or canned soup, add fresh or frozen vegetables
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Slimming Tip: More Veggies
Healthy Information
Feb 22, 2013
Serve three vegetables with dinner tonight, instead of just one, and you’ll eat more without really trying. Greater variety tricks people into eating more food — and eating more fruits and vegetables is a great way to lose weight. The high fiber and water content fills you up with fewer calories. Cook
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