As I mentioned earlier this week, munching on “mini-meals” throughout the day is a great way to stay hunger-free and keep your metabolism revved up. We already looked at a list of 100-calorie veggies, so let’s see how many fruits we could eat to add up to our 100 calorie mini-meal. I think you may…
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Raw Chocolate Mouse Pie
It’s beginning to look a lot like fall… and what does that mean? The holiday season is right around the corner! And if your anything like me… your looking for all those amazing holiday treats, but without the added sugar, dairy and preservatives. So, try this deliciously raw pie at your next family get together….
How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Puree
It’s prime pumpkin season, and recipe blogs are booming with pumpkin recipes of all kinds – pumpkin lattes, pumpkin pies, pumpkinseeds, pumpkin waffles, even pumpkin stew. With pumpkins everywhere this time of year, why buy the canned pumpkin puree with all the preservatives when you can make unprocessed, all-natural pumpkin puree right in your own…
Pumpkin Seeds
Earlier we roasted and pureed our pumpkin, but let’s not forget about the delicious seeds. Even if you are not turning your pumpkin into puree, but carving a festive jack-o-lantern, this recipe is a great reason to save the seeds. Ingredients: pumpkin seeds from one small pumpkin 2 T olive oil (I like to use…
Pump Up the Pumpkin: Health Benefits of Fall’s Favorite Veggie
Earlier this week, I was thankful to take a fun, little day trip to Austin, TX. Even this Aggie will admit that Austin is a pretty great city – full of eclectic music, artistic treasures and big Texas personalities. One of the best times of my day in this city, better known as “The Live…
