Breakfast Burrito Recipe : Ellie Krieger : Recipes Directions Heat the canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over a medium-high heat. Cook the onions and peppers until onions are softened and peppers are slightly charred, about 8 minutes. Add black beans and red pepper flakes and cook until warmed through, another 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a dish. Whisk together the eggs and egg whites then stir in the cheese. Per Serving: Calories 460; Total Fat 20 g; (Sat Fat 6 g, Mono Fat 4 g, Poly Fat 1 g) ; Protein 23 g; Carb 51 g; Fiber 12 g; Cholesterol 235 mg; Sodium 860 mg Excellent source of: Protein, Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Good source of: Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin K, Calcium, Iodine, Iron, Potassium, Selenium
No Bake Granola Cakes Big changes are happening over on my workouts page and even bigger changes are happening with my marathon training plans. February has been a challenge for me, I was losing muscle, motivation, and forgetting why I began running in the first place. My passion was slowly exiting. A couple days ago I decided I needed to switch things up, I needed to ask for help. I sent a message to Angie, a triathlon coach I’d been chatting with back in August and before I knew it I had a new training plan. First thing I told myself: it’s okay to be nervous and a bit overwhelmed. Change has always been hard for me, but I just need to believe in myself and keep my end goal in sight. Second thing I told myself: holy moly, I’m actually going to do this! Then I had a granola cake. [print_this] No Bake Granola Cakes Vegan, Gluten free, Dairy free All the granola taste and texture in a convenient cake! Ingredients Directions Combine almond butter, rice syrup, vanilla, and coconut oil in a small sauce pan. Makes 12 cakes.
Stacy Stowers There’s a very good reason why it’s called the Happy Shake! Though this creamy blend tastes like a delicious dessert, it’s chock-full of spinach, berries and super happy foods, like raw chocolate and maca. The Happy Shake is a meal replacement. It’s a key place to start when trying to lose excess weight, increase energy levels, and get healthier and happier. Before you get started, keep in mind the Happy Shake is more about technique than anything else. ingredients: 1/2 cup water 3-4 cups spinach 1 Tbs. coconut oil 1 Tbs. raw maca powder 2 Tbs. raw cacao powder 1 cup FROZEN blueberries 3/4 cup FROZEN cherries 1/4 cup FROZEN banana Optional: a little raw honey for those who like extra sweetness Optional: 3 ice cubes or a small handful of ice for those hot humid days In your Vitamix or blender start with: 1. 2. 3. If you are using a raw egg, you will need to adjust the amount of water, meaning less water. I have to say, in my experience, I have never met a bad egg. 4 . 5. 6. 7.
Spinach Dip Spinach Dip Photo Credit Getty Images Skill Level: Beginner Serves: 20 Start to Finish: Less than 30 minutes Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 15 minutes Total Calories: 76kcal (4%) 237mg (10%) Sodium5g Carbs2g Fiber3g (5%) Fat2g (10%) Saturated Fat1g Sugars7g Protein161mg (16%) Calcium1mg (4%) Iron 76kcal (4%)237mg (10%)5g2g3g (5%)1g7g2g (10%) This party favorite gets a healthy makeover! Ingredients: 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped2 10-ounce packages frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 8-ounce package fat-free cream cheese1 8-ounce carton light sour cream3/4 cup Parmesan cheese1 14-ounce can artichoke hearts1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)1 cup reduced-fat jack cheese, shreddedBlack pepperCrushed red pepper flakesCooking spray Directions: Directions 1. 2. 3. Try these tips to cut 106 calories and 13 fat grams per serving: Replace butter with nonstick cooking spray to cut 41 calories and 5 grams of fat.
Desserts That Are Almost Too Cute To Eat « Pretty Please Us Blog: Your guide to fashion, beauty, style & everything else in between. Hi, my name is Himani and I’m a sugar addict. But the only thing that holds me back from devouring a sinful concoction is if it looks super cute. You know… because cute desserts deserve to live longer than the ugly ones (I’m going to some sort of sugar-y hell for that one). Check out some of the cute desserts that you will think twice before you put them in your belly: Football themed Chocolate Covered Strawberries (purchase) or (make your own). Go 49ers! Pink Ombré Cake (how to) Bride & Groom Cookies (purchase) Glittering Sandwich Cookies (how to) Snowman Shots. Rudolf Cake Pops (how to) Lastly, Tiffany’s inspired cake pops! Here are some lunchbox creations you’ll feel guilty about chomping down! Want some more delicious recipes? Check out our healthy pizza recipe now!
Homemade Coffee Creamer My friends tell me the one thing they can’t give up is their flavored coffee creamer. I can understand. Creamy, sweet, smooth, with all sorts of different flavors to choose from. The problem is the ingredients. Have you ever read what’s in those bottles? So if you’re hooked on store-bought creamer then today’s your day. Next time you have friends over for a gathering, make a few batches of homemade coffee creamer, put them in cute bottles and have a coffee bar. A great alternative to regular coffee is herbal coffee. *Since posting these recipes in September 2010, I have developed a few new recipes: Caramel Coffee Creamer and Honey Vanilla Coffee Creamer, Sugar Free and Dairy Free Coffee Creamer **Teeccino contains barley, so if you need to avoid gluten an organic decaf would be a better option. Homemade Cinnamon Strudel Coffee Creamer I prefer to strain each of the creamers through a fine mesh sieve to prevent any spices floating in my coffee. Homemade Chocolate Almond Coffee Creamer
How To Make Barista-Worthy Coffee At Home Make coffee at home instead of buying fancy lattes at the local cafe (or, OK, Starbucks outpost), and you’ll save boatloads of cash each year. Shocking, right? If only it were that simple. Although financial gurus repeatedly trot out the so-called latte factor as a prime example of how we’re all busting our budgets, the tired tip fails to account for one major hurdle: taste. If we all boasted barista skills and our home kitchens had $1,000-plus espresso machines, the venti whatevers wouldn’t stand a chance. As it is… well, let’s just say it’s no surprise that so many people are willing to fork over $5 for a caffeine fix. The good news is, even cooks with little skill and a basic drip coffeemaker can improve the flavor of their home brew. Use these tricks and recipes to make your homemade coffee more palatable straight up, or mixed into a fancier drink. 1. It extracts more flavor and releases the essential oils, says Jill Houk, a chef with Centered Chef Food Studios in Chicago. 2. 3. 4.
Peanut Butter Breakfasts You all know how much I love peanut butter and how often I include it in my breakfast. That's why I was excited to hear about the Peanut Butter for Breakfast campaign put on by the National Peanut Board in honor of National Peanut Month. I have always thought that peanut butter is a great breakfast option since it goes with almost anything and has a high nutritional content. Two tablespoons of peanut butter provide eight grams of natural, plant-based protein and are an excellent source of niacin and a good source of Vitamin E, magnesium, and phosphorus. There are many ways to enjoy peanut butter for breakfast, and here are some of my favorites: Nix the protein powder and instead add peanut butter into your smoothie to add protein and other vitamins and minerals. Top your toast with peanut butter and any type of fresh fruit. Spread peanut butter evenly over a whole banana length-wise and then roll in your favorite granola or whole grain cereal.