Why

I've started a new lifestyle for my family and wanted to share it with everyone. We quit eating sugar and processed food. We only eat whole wheat, raw foods and drink green smoothies. I will be collaborating my recipes for breakfast, snacks, lunches and dinners. I encourage everyone to try this!!
I've found ways to make this transition much easier for everyone. The first week was really rough. On the first day my 3 year old daughter was climbing the pantry saying 'I need candy!'. After that, I knew this was the right path we've chosen.

Step 1 - Empty your pantry, refrigerator & freezer
Get rid of any boxed food (other than whole wheat pasta), flour, sugar, cake mixes ... you name it! We are starting fresh. You do NOT want any kind of temptation. Take it to your local food bank. They will welcome it! Plus you will feel better about.
Step 2 - Replace your cooking staples with whole wheat flour, organic rolled oats, raw almond butter, almond milk, raw organic agave (costco), raw organic honey (costco) and grade B pure maple syrup. I get mine off of amazon. I will post a picture of it. Whole wheat bread (make sure there is no sugar in it), whole wheat bagels. NO more pop, crystal light or any other flavorings. You will only drink water, almond milk & green smoothies.
Step 3 - Get a Blentec or Vitamix. These are a must have for green smoothies. I got mine off of amazon. They cost about $420. OR, you can buy a refurbished one for half the price.

Thursday, August 14, 2014

Whole Wheat Gnocchi w/ Quinoa

Who says you have to have meat to have a high protein packed DELICIOUS meal??!!

I whipped this puppy up in a matter of 10 mins.

Ingredients
1 16 oz packaged Whole wheat gnocchi (found at Albertsons)
1/2 medium Yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves Garlic
1 15 oz can White beans, rinsed
1 15 oz can Italian-seasoned diced tomatoes
salt & pepper
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese
1 packed Quinoa w/ kale (found at Costco)
1 TB EVOO (extra virgin olive oil)

Heat EVOO in skillet over medium heat and add onion & garlic for about 2 mins.

Boil gnocchi for 3 mins as per packing instructions.

Place Quinoa in microwave for 4 mins as per instructions.

Add canned tomatoes, beans and salt & pepper to onions & garlic. Once the gnocchi & quinoa are ready add them in as well. Stir together until everything is heated. Add both Mozzarella & Parmesan cheese and stir. Serve and ENJOY!!





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Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Thai Chicken Salad

This was so good & refreshing ... however, it does have a kick to it!

Chicken marinade
1/2 cup Coconut Oil
2 TB Rice vinegar
2 TB Agave
1 clove Garlic
2 TB Cilantro, chopped
1 Lime juice
dash of salt & pepper

Place4 boneless skinless chicken breast in a zip lock bag and pour in marinade. You can marinade from 30 minutes up to 4 hours. Place in refrigerator. When ready just grill up.

Salad
2 hearts of Romaine, chopped
2 cups Broccoli slaw
1 Cucumber, peeled, seeded & chopped
1 Red bell pepper, chopped
2 Green onions, chopped
2 TB Cilantro, chopped
1 cup Cashews

Dressing
1/4 cup Rice vinegar
1/4 cup Sriracha sauce
1 tsp Sesame oil
1 TB Agave
pinch of salt & pepper

Pour over salad and toss

Peanut Sauce
1/4 cup Almond butter
2 TB Soy sauce
1 TB Rice vinegar
1 TB Sriracha sauce
2 TB Water

If the sauce is too thick you can use more water to thin. Drizzle over chicken.




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Friday, August 1, 2014

Asian Ginger Salad

This is a very flavorful salad. I devoured it.

Dressing

4 Cloves of garlic
2 Tbsp ginger root
3/4 Cup EVOO (extra virgin olive oil)
1/3 Cup rice vinegar
3 Tbsp honey 
1/2 Cup soy sauce (low sodium)

blend together in food processor.

Salad

Any kind of greens. I used a half/half mix of spring mix and spinach.
1 Cup cilantro
1 Cup currants
1 Cup coconut flakes
1 Cup cashews
1 Can of chickpeas

Toss with dressing.
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