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Month of December FOCUS

Herb-seasoned Turkey Patties

December 25, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Herb-seasoned Turkey Patties

I came across this Turkey Burger recipe in the book “Eating Your Way To Good Health” by Doug Kaufmann. Doug Kaufmann’s website is called Know the Cause. We have grilled it and also pan fried it (as the directions mention). They are always amazing with flavor!!!! The kids love them and so does the hubby! I like to…

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Shakeology Peanut Butter Cups

December 23, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Shakeology Peanut Butter Cups

  Who wants a sweet chocolate treat that is only 35 calories each?? Three ingredients and lots of yummy goodness!! My girls helped me make these the other night. They disappeared fast!! We went a little overboard on the almond butter but still delicious!!! Recipe for Peanut Butter Cups 2 TBS coconut oil melted 5…

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Simple Tuna Salad

December 23, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Simple Tuna Salad

Simple Tuna Salad   Print Simple to throw together and delicious alone, in a salad or served on some Ezekiel bread with spinach and tomato. Author: www.bairnecessity.com Recipe type: Salad Cuisine: Lunch Ingredients ½ cup plain yogurt 1 Tbsp. Lemon juice ¼ tsp Mrs. Dash or sea salt (I use Mrs. Dash) 1 12oz. can…

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Sweet Potato Fries

December 23, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Sweet Potato Fries

The time to cut these up is worth the deliciousness you will enjoy when eating these. To me ketchup isn’t even needed. They are sweet and salty all on their own.  This is the only way my older girls will eat sweet potatoes. I slice them up during the day. Melt some coconut oil and…

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Turkey Meatball

December 23, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Turkey Meatball

Easy to make and can get the kids involved also. Great for a quick pasta night to add in some meat. You could also use them along side or on top of your Baked Potato Bar. Enjoy!! Makes 6 servings (each serving is 5 meatballs)   Turkey Meatball   Print Super simple and easy to make….

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Sweet Potato Pizza Crust

December 23, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Sweet Potato Pizza Crust

I am very excited to share this recipe with all of you!! It’s one of my favorite recipes from Professional Ironman Triathlete Brendan Brazier’s vegan nutrition guide “Thrive“. I ate this sweet potato pizza crust every week while I was training for my half marathon many years ago. It was my only half marathon, something…

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Crock Pot Chicken Barbecue

December 23, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Crock Pot Chicken Barbecue

We had this dinner for a Manic Monday night with steamed broccoli. Then we had the leftovers with our baked potato bar Thursday night. I am all about making life easier when it comes to cooking for the family.  This is a family favorite and approved by all! Crock Pot Chicken Barbecue   Print Super simple ingredients….

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Stuffed Dates with Goat Cheese

December 23, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Stuffed Dates with Goat Cheese

Dates are my secret weapon when I am craving something sweet. I pop in one or two and my sweet tooth is satisfied. I will use one or two to sweeten up a smoothie. I have used them in place of sugar in pancakes and desserts. They are a great base for homemade protein bars….

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Homemade Taco Seasoning

August 16, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Homemade Taco Seasoning

I can whip up a big batch of this in a few minutes and it lasts me for a couple of months. I use a mason jar with a lid. I even taped the ingredients on the outside, so I didn’t have to look them up when I need to make a new batch.  …

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Taco Chili

August 16, 2016 by Melissa Leave a Comment

Taco Chili

This is a family favorite and can help change up Taco Tuesday once a month! The kids love it! 🙂 You can eat it plain with a salad if you want to avoid grains and dairy. Still delicious!  Also, for leftovers you can eat it over some white or brown rice or a baked potato to make them extend…

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