It's been a long week getting my show open. Thankfully, my husband did all the food prep for the week. He made 4 different pots of soup and got them in the fridge. That made it easy to have healthy food... but I did eat soup 3 meals a day. LOL. Here are the soups… Continue reading Soup 3 meals a Day
Tag: healthy living
Lentil Soup with Coconut
4 servings Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 30 minutes INGREDIENTS 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 yellow onion 2 cloves garlic 1 Tbs grated fresh ginger 1/2 Tbsp ground turmeric Pinch red pepper flakes 2-3 carrots 1/2 lb red or yellow lentils (about 1 cup) 4 cups water 13.5 oz can coconut milk 1/2 Tbsp salt (or to taste) TOPPINGS (OPTIONAL) 1/3 cup large, unsweetened coconut flakes 1/4 bunch cilantro 2 cups cooked jasmine rice INSTRUCTIONS Add the olive oil… Continue reading Lentil Soup with Coconut
It’s not a Diet… It’s a Lifestyle
It's been a busy week. I didn't get pictures of any of the food I ate, but rest assured that I have been successful in my Eat to Live goals. Fast food and crap food avoided. I survived because this week my husband was willing to do the prep work, and a good friend brought… Continue reading It’s not a Diet… It’s a Lifestyle
It Can Be Done – Even When You are Insanely Busy
Wow! What a week! The next 2 weeks look just as nuts. However, eating well can be done! This past week I ate a ton of salads. My friends Rachel continued to bring me soup. I did make a couple of yummy things. This week I made Wendy’s Tomato Pie I love this recipe! I… Continue reading It Can Be Done – Even When You are Insanely Busy
Wendy’s Red Kidney Bean Chili
Ingredients 1 pound dry kidney beans soaked overnight and drained 1 c chopped carrots 1 onions, chopped 1 c bell peppers, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 28 oz canned tomaotes 4 c vegetable stock 1 jar salsa 3-5 Tbs chili powder 4 bay leaves 1 Tbs cumin Directions Saute garlic, peppers and onions until… Continue reading Wendy’s Red Kidney Bean Chili
Wendy’s Ratatouille
Serves 4-6 Prep time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Ingredients 2 c crushed tomatoes 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar 2 tsp minced garlic 4 Tbs fresh basil 1/2 tsp Himalayan pink salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp rosemary 1/2 tsp oregano 1/2 tsp thyme 1/2… Continue reading Wendy’s Ratatouille
Loving me Some Eggplant
I will admit... I have never been a fan of eggplant. It's not the fault of the eggplant. It's just that my first experience with this little vegetable was a little traumatic. It was a cast party after a show... the catered meal had some kind of egg plant on the table. At first glance… Continue reading Loving me Some Eggplant
Another week of Progress
I have a show opening in 2 weeks and I am rarely home. My Saturdays have been taken up working on getting my set done. This past week it was ok. I was able to get a little prep work down so I could have the veggies I wanted for breakfast and lunch... this past… Continue reading Another week of Progress
Asparagus and Sunny Side up Eggs over Grits
Ingredients 1 c grits 4 c water 1/4 c vegan mozzarella cheese 1 pound fresh asparagus 3 green onions 1 clove garlic, minced lemon juice, lemon zest 2 eggs salt and pepper to taste Directions Combine grits and water in a pan and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until done; stir in… Continue reading Asparagus and Sunny Side up Eggs over Grits
Fire Cider Tonic
Prep time: 10 minutes This is a great way to fight flu and cold season and give your immune system a boost Ingredients 1/2 c fresh ginger, grated 1/2 c fresh horseradish, grated 1 medium onion, chopped 10 cloves garlic, minced 2 hot peppers such as jalapeno, anaheim, cayenne, etc, chopped zest and juice from… Continue reading Fire Cider Tonic
