Buffalo Quinoa Mac and Cheese is the perfect blend of spice and cheese! The last month or so we have been on a healthy food kick at our house. We haven't really been indulging in the usual pasta, pizza, and cheese laden dishes. I have been pretty good at making really healthy recipes for dinner, but when I saw a recipe for Buffalo Quinoa Mac and Cheese I almost had a heart attack. How could I have never thought of this before?? I love quinoa. I love buffalo anything. I love cheese. Hmmm.....DING DING DING, we found ourselves a winner! ...
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8+ Dips for New Year’s Eve!
This is a list of 8 dips that all look really yummy, and would be perfect to serve a New Year's Eve party...or any party really. I know when I am hosting a party, it is not complete without at least 2 dips. Any of these would be great to serve alongside a meal, or other appetizers. Some hot, some cold, something for everyone! First up is this Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce and Walnuts from Simple Bites. It only takes 20 minutes to make from start to finish, and is also vegetarian friendly. This looks so delicious, and is totally festive. Serve with crackers or a ...
Skinny Black Cherry Cheesecake
As most of you probably know, last week Chobani sent me a huge package filled with different flavors of Greek yogurt! Right away I made some Mango Frozen Greek Yogurt and announced a big Chobani giveaway! If you haven't signed up already, check out this post to enter for your chance to win TWELVE Chobani Greek yogurts in the 6oz size!! The giveaway ends on Tuesday at midnight EST so sign up while you still have time! So, I have all this Chobani Greek yogurt and I have been browsing different recipes. I love, love, love The Realistic Nutritionist's ...
Guest Blog: Homemade Apple Pie with a Homemade Crust
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I was really excited to get this recipe and from my friend, Sara! If you are in need (or if you have one already, I bet this one is better!) of a delicious Apple Pie recipe, then look no further!! Sara explains the basics of making a pie crust and the apple pie as well. I told Sara that I have always been pretty reluctant to make pie, because it is somewhat intimidating! She told me that, "no one should be intimidated by pie!" After reading this great tutorial and recipe, I think I am up for the challenge!! Lets get ...
Mushroom and Gorgonzola Baked Polenta
Last week I was lucky enough to receive a package from Bob's Red Mill with a couple of their products that I have been dying to try. I have been a big fan of BRM for a while, but I still haven't samples all of their items (check out their website, they have a ton-Wow!)! I was so excited that they sent me their Polenta, Quinoa (if you read my blog, you know how I love quinoa), and rolled oats. All of their products are all natural and organic, and they have a ton of gluten free flours and products as well. I have cooked with quinoa and oats a lot in the past, ...
Guest Blog: Apple Coffee Cake
I am so excited to share this delicious fall recipe from Vanessa. Apple season is in a full swing, and there are many occasions where a yummy Apple Coffee Cake is in order! This is a perfect fall treat, or dessert for Thanksgiving (who is planning their menu’s already?!)! Apple Coffee Cake by Vanesssa Last weekend was a cold rainy weekend, and I was itching to do some baking. I’ve recently started baking from scratch, which is something my mother always did but I usually kept to the boxed items. Scratch is SO much better though and I almost always have everything on ...