This next recipe is inspired by Delish. I watch their videos on Facebook and they always make me hungry. This recipe combined two of my favorites: chicken salad and avocados so, I knew I had to make it. I didn’t have all of the ingredients they suggested so I used what I had on hand. … Continue reading Improvising on Ingredients: Delish Inspired
This next recipe is probably one of my favorite things to eat. There are a couple of steps in making this dish but it is so worth it in end. Here’s what you’ll need: 1 pound of ground turkey or beef depending on your preference 1 can of corn 1 can of diced tomatoes 1 … Continue reading Taco Stuffed Peppers
I have to admit, I have never made a stuffed chicken recipe before but, I found this recipe on I Wash You Dry (one my favorite blogs/inspo) and I decided to go for it! I was a little intimidated at first but found it quite easy once I started. Here’s what you’ll need to recreate … Continue reading Asparagus Stuffed Chicken
This dish is for my friends who want to celebrate the 4th of July without sabotaging their summer bod! Here’s what you’ll need to make this patriotic fruit salad! 16 oz of Strawberries, washed and cut in half 1 pint of blueberries, rinsed 3 bananas sliced in thick chunks 1/8 cup of honey 1 fresh … Continue reading Red, White and Berries Salad
So, you've found this great recipe on Pinterest. It seems super easy and you have all the ingredients. Except one, of course! What do you do? You improvise, that's what! This situation happened to me not too long ago. I picked up a spaghetti squash from the supermarket and I was all set to make … Continue reading Improvising on ingredients: Spaghetti Squash recipe
Thanks to the Pinterest gods and a sale on crab meat I finally got the chance to make my own crab cakes! They were so fun and easy to make. Plus, they tasted delicious! I will be making them again for sure! Like I said I found the recipe on Pinterest. You can find the … Continue reading My first time making crab cakes
Here's another great recipe I got from my Mama. It's similar to tartar sauce but much much better in my opinion. In fact every time I order tartar in a restaurant I wish I had my mama's. Here's what you'll need to make this delicious sauce! 1 heaping tablespoon of mayo 2 tablespoons of sour … Continue reading Secret Seafood Sauce
I have always loved to read. Getting caught up in an amazing story is a great escape. After working, going to the gym, texting friends and all of the other life to-dos I wasn't finding much time to read. That's why this year one of my resolutions was to read one book a month. This … Continue reading Reading my way through 2017
Honestly, Real Technique Brushes are the bomb. So it was painful for me to narrow this list down. But I tried my best. I use the following brushes almost every day: Real techniques Powder Brush 10.00 This brush is a life saver in the mornings. It’s a larger powder brush that allows me to quickly … Continue reading My favorite affordable brush brand
As you already know I love using zucchini when I’m trying to cut carbs. These little guys taste a lot like potato pancakes without as much guilt. Of course, I dip/dunk them in sour cream so I end up being a little guilty but hey, my intentions started off good at least. I think these … Continue reading Tasty Zucchini Tots
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