Coconut Pumpkin BisqueFall is a great time to get in the habit of soup making. Store bought versions often have rocket high levels of sodium, but when making soup in the kitchen…you’re in charge of what goes in. This seasonal soup could not be easier to put together and takes mere minutes. The flavor duo of coconut and pumpkin was a smashing success lending to a slightly sweet, yet savory dish. A specially flavored protein powder was used here…and was…
Spanish Delight CupsI have fond memories of my grandmother making a casserole dish which she lovingly called, “Spanish Delight.” The flavors of this childhood favorite hold a strong, comforting memory for me. These muffin cups remind me of those same festive flavors…with minimal effort. Customize them as you wish with the add-ins you have on hand…and make a few extra as they make great lunches on the go! (Adaptation of english muffin recipe from from @thebigmansworld)Ingredients1/3 cup oats, gf if…
Baked Stuffed PeppersSuper simple and super nutritious…and dare I say delicious as my family devoured the entire meal! Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Take three organic red peppers, remove top and hollow out cavity. Mix filling in a mixing bowl by adding 1/2 uncooked quinoa, 1/2 cup pureed pumpkin, 1 box drained chickpeas, 1/2 cup organic corn, 1/2 cup chopped frozen spinach, 1/2 cup nutritional yeast, and desired spices (I used a pinch of salt and a shake or two…
Remake @lilsipper's Three Ingredient BrowniesTook a few days off from IG as we were spending some time with a good friend who was visiting from out of town. Back in the saddle today, and was excited to see @lilsipper’s recipe in my inbox this morning. Whipped up a batch of these brownies and they were great! I don’t think I have ever made brownies which taste this good with fewer ingredients. Seriously delish. Many people ask me about the protein…
Pumpkin Almond ButterPut this recipe on your Fall bucket list! It is a must try this season! Slather the creamy butter on rice cakes and top with hemp hearts (as shown here), spread on English muffins, or try it paired with apple slices. And, from time to time, just use a spoon! Enjoy!Ingredients1/2 cup almond butter6 tablespoons pumpkin puree1 tablespoon alcohol free vanilla1/2 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice1 scoop vanilla pea based protein powder (like @Nuzest_usa Smooth Vanilla Clean Lean Protein)1…
Perfectly Pumpkin BreadIn Southern California, the morning air is beginning to feel crisp…a true marker that Fall is just around the corner. And, with the coming of Fall, comes pumpkin bread. With a few adaptations to @lilsipper’s 5 ingredient anti-inflammatory bread, this gluten-free, protein packed pumpkin bread was born. Each bite offers your mouth the autumn warmth found in pumpkin pie spice. Totally enjoyable to eat any time of day…and dare I say, even any time of year! Enjoy, my…
Crunchy Pumpkin SeedsWhole pumpkin eating. Yep, we eat the whole glorious pumpkin (except for the stem and the belly button). So, after my last post showing how we eat the outside of the pumpkin…today I had to show you how we enjoy the inside! Subtly salty, crispy pumpkin seeds…super simple…super clean!Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Remove seeds from cooled roasted pumpkin, avoiding as much of the pulp as possible. Place seeds in a bowl of water and swirl seeds to…
Edible Pumpkin SkinDid you know you can eat the skin of many fall squashes? Delicata and acorn squashes top my list…along with the seasonal beauty…pumpkin! Since I am eating the skin, I tend to buy organic or locally sourced pumpkins from farms which I know don't use pesticides. Simply wash pumpkin, preheat your oven to 350 degrees, and place pumpkin on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for at least 2 hours…but baking time will vary depending on the size of…
Apple Roll UpsOver the years, I have seen many recipes for homemade fruit roll ups. I sheepishly admit, I have never tried it for myself because of the investment of a 2-3 hour baking time. Seemed too complicated…too much of a kitchen commitment. Well, this week after preparing lunches for my family, I decided it was time to take the plunge. So, today, in the quiet of the morning, I whipped up a batch (literally took a minute) and let…
Pumpkin Oat CookiesSo, pumpkin love continues at our house this week…this time in the form of a warm oatmeal cookie. I wanted to create a no-fuss pumpkin cookie recipe with minimal ingredients…but that still held together and tasted great. This cookie hits the mark. Hubby and kid approved, these cookies are a cinch to throw together and can be customizable per your taste with optional add-ins. Recipe makes 6 large cookies…just enough to share with your favorite people and have…