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Wed 15 Aug 2012

Breakfast at my house

Posted by Danielle under Food and Nutrition, Recipes
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Clients always ask what we have for breakfast. “That’s simple,” I always answer.

Breakfast at my house is a smoothie.

Here is my recipe (although we change it up a lot, here are the basics):

Get creative… decide what tastes you enjoy. There are no hard fast rules.  This makes a full blender (8 cups) so adjust accordingly.

  • 6 oz of frozen organic spinach or 2 cups of fresh spinach
  • ½ cup of org. blueberries (frozen or fresh; or 4-5 large strawberries; I try to stick with berries and just a bit to avoid excess sugars)
  • 2 scoops of SunWarrior Vanilla or Chocolate  (from Green PolkaDot Box)
  • 1 teaspoon of stevia leaves (from Mountain Rose Herbs) … if you are using powdered stevia… you would use less. If it comes out bitter… you know you used too much
  • 2 Tablespoons of cinnamon (I love cinnamon… if you don’t, use less. I always add some though as it helps to stabilize blood sugar which is good if you are adding the fruit)
  • 6 Tablespoons of seeds (you choose…. Flax, hemp, or chia). (Try using just one seed type at a time… you can cycle through them; seeds should ideally be soaked overnight; you can also puree the seeds before adding the other ingredients to ensure they are broken down)
  • I use 1 tablespoon of SunWarrior’s Ormus Greens (Green PolkaDot Box has the best price for these as well…. The bag is expensive… but lasts a long time and the quality is the best I have come across in green formulas anywhere)
  • Optional: you could also try: cacao powder, carob powder, ginger powder, cardamom powder, vanilla powder (or liquid), more or different green veggies, just about anything.

Simply throw all of these ingredients into the blender and mix (I suggest blending the seeds first though to create a creamier consistency)!!

Please leave a comment and tell me what you add to your smoothies to change up this recipe :)

 

 

 

Sat 24 Dec 2011

Recipe: Curried White and Sweet Potato Pancakes with Fresh Fruit Chutney

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Here is another yummy AND healthy recipe. It is sure to be one your family will love. This recipe comes from  The Veggie Queen, Jill Nussinow. I, personally, have a copy of her book, The Veggie Queen: Vegetables Get The Royal Treatment. It has over a 100 recipes divided into the 4 different seasons. The recipes are delightfully delicious and clever. This recipe not only looks festive, but it is also a crowd pleaser.

I made two substitutions though. I used coconut oil in place of canola oil (it is the only oil I cook with). In place of the flour, I ground up quinoa (I try to avoid gluten as often as possible). (more…)

 

Wed 21 Dec 2011

Recipe: Peanut Butter Treats from Mrs. Owl

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Need a quick and delicious snack. Mrs. Owl has a great recipe for peanut butter treats. Mrs. Owl, also known as Arla Caraboolad, is the author of a fabulous children’s book, Tommy Tortoise Gets The Sugar Blues. In the book, Tommy learns about the effects of overindulging in sugar the hard way. This recipe, however, will not leave you with the sugar blues.

Although the recipe below uses carob chips or chocolate chips, I prefer to make my own chocolate (combine 2 tablespoons of melted cacao butter with 2 tablespoons of coconut nectar, and 2 tablespoons of raw cacao powder). (more…)

 

Tue 27 Sep 2011

What is a VitaMix?

Posted by Danielle under Food and Nutrition, Other Health, Recipes, Reviews
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I get this question a lot so, I figured I would address it.

In essence, the VitaMix is a super-duper blender and then some.  I use the VitaMix and LOVE it! Literally, I use it several times a day. Not only is it fantastic for making smoothies, soups, stews, purees, nut butters, salad drrssings and flours, but it is also great for finely chopping veggies. It saves me a ton of time, a ton of money and makes healthy eating simple. I often joke with friends that I would be lost without it. (more…)

 

Sun 25 Jul 2010

Check Out This Broccoli Salad…. Yum!

Posted by Danielle under Food and Nutrition, Recipes
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With an abundance of broccoli coming out of the garden at the same time, I have been searching for some really good recipes. Here is one I found and then made my own by changing a few things. It turned out sooo yummy! You just have to try it! Enjoy! (more…)

 

Fri 16 Jul 2010

Morning Smoothie Recipe… Start the day off right!!!

Posted by Danielle under Food and Nutrition, Other Health, Recipes
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I have shared my morning smoothie recipe a million times and figured I should post it here for all to refer to …. and save me from typing it a million and two times LOL

Breakfast is such a vital meal and should always be taken seriously. Each day in my home, we start with a smoothie that has incredible nutritional value. You can always change things up (and I do depending what is in the house) and keep some variety going.

In the blender, I combine all of the following (I never measure… so, use your judgement). This recipe is for approximately 4 servings.: (more…)

 

Mon 5 Jul 2010

Homemade laundry detergent

Posted by Danielle under Going Green, Other Health, Recipes, Tips and Tricks
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I recently interviewed Alex Gorman Scranton, the Director Director of Science and Research for Women’s Voices for the Earth, a national organization that engages women to advocate for the right to live in a healthy environment.

We spoke a lot about the dangers of different chemical cleaners in the home. We also spoke about how using alternatives can save significant storage space, time, and money. Personally, my primary home cleaning agents are vinegar and (more…)

 

Thu 24 Jun 2010

Quick and easy, yummy recipe: Shrimp (or Bean) Salad Stuffed Tomatoes

Posted by Danielle under Food and Nutrition, Recipes
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I am all about fast and easy recipes. I mean, who has time to spend hours cooking? So, whether you are looking to impress your guests or your family, here is a great quick and easy recipe. It has been adapted from Jim Romanoff’s Healthy in a Hurry Cookbook…which is filled with some fantastic recipes!!  (more…)

 

Mon 15 Mar 2010

Green Smoothies

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Smoothies can be incredibly fun, incredibly delicious, and incredibly healthy! And, when you add in the green, it takes them to a whole other level! My favorite part of green smoothies… and smoothies in general though…. Versatility!! You can put just about anything you want into a smoothie!! You can make it thick or thin, sweet or tart, warm or cold… you name it. Trying to get your kids to eat more veggies… this is a sure fire way!
Here are some of my favorites…. (more…)

 

Mon 23 Nov 2009

Hooray for Veggies! Key takeaways from my interview Shelley of One Roast Vegetable

Posted by Danielle under Food and Nutrition, Recipes, Tips and Tricks
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Wow! Were you on the call? Shelley, the founder of One Roast Vegetable, was not only a ton of fun to interview but, she provided us with a ton of ideas and tips. Here are just a few of them….
- Cooking at home is not only cost effective but, it allows you greater control over what you are eating (and what is in your food) and with a little practice, it even tastes better!
- Cooking at home does not have to be time consuming. With a little bit of planning, cooking at home can be quick, simple and easy
- Meal planning is critical to saving time and saving money on food. Look and see what you already have in your cupboards. Shop with a list rather than, buying what you see when shopping. Resist the “stocking up” mentality.
- Having basic cooking skills makes your food taste better and makes it easier to prepare vegetables as part of your meals.
- Would you allow your kids to ride in the car without their car seat? Veggies are just as important! It is vital that your kid eats sufficient amounts of veggies.
- Allow kids to take part in food preparation with you, make veggies fun, and add variety!
- Put up a weekly food menu for the kids and get them excited about the upcoming meals.
- Make it a rule to have a fruit or vegetable with every meal and snack.
- Put out a fruit and vegetable tray at 5:00pm when the kids are hungry but dinner is not ready yet.
Make sure you listen to the interview to hear Shelley’s wonderful recipe ideas!!
Shelley offers a number of amazing classes– be sure to check them out!! Here are a few:
Please visit Shelley at www.oneroastvegetable.com