kale

I know it's been awhile...too long in fact, since I posted a new recipe or blogpost. I talked about cutting back because I needed to focus more on my darling daughter, loving husband, and own health -- and even set out parameters for how I was going to do that, including only posting on Mondays. But last Monday came and went with no post as I endured the worst sickness I've had in literally years. ... Read more » about {Chicken Parmesan Swirl Bread}

Yes, I realize it's not actually Monday and that it is now Tuesday. But, I wanted to take a minute to talk about this nationwide (worldwide?) phenomenon called "Meatless Monday."  It's growing in popularity and scope - and maybe not for the reasons you think.  Why I like participating: 1) It saves my family money.  Meat is expensive, especially if I try to keep it organic, so going vegetarian at least one day a week helps my grocery budget significantly! 2)  It's good for us! ... Read more » about Meatless Monday + {Kale & Corn Hash}

Well it looks as though I've had my first ever blogging snafu in one year of blogging :)  I scheduled this post to go live Monday morning but then had too much fun baby-free yesterday that I never finished it.  Yep, you read that right... baby-free. My inlaws took Babycakes after church yesterday to spend the night at their cabin, with my MIL driving of course.  Dear Hubby and I just stared at each other for about an hour, so unfamiliar with what life should be like with no loquatious toddler....haha! ... Read more » about 6 Slow Cooker Suppers

The Holiday season is in full swing, and with it comes a full range of emotions, especially when it comes to eating, weight, and guilt. I am so excited that the #elf4health holiday challenge started yesterday and that above all else, I am going to at least be mindful of my health during this season.  And I'll have an elf buddy to help motivate me and keep me accountable.  Perfect! ... Read more » about A Holiday Must: {Elf Juice}

Would you believe me if I told you it snowed inches upon inches last night in Denver and that Babycakes and I went sledding this morning?! Some of you probably woke up to nice 80 degree weather. Us, not so much. But, it was the first ever workday snow that I didn't have to commute in, and let me tell you...it was soooooooooo nice to be able to stay in, look at the pretty snow, enjoy some warm maple oatmeal, and think about sledding once the sun warmed things up a bit!  I pulled Babyckes around the field by our house. She had a blast, and I blasted some calories!!! ... Read more » about First Snow + {Honey Mustard Kale Chips}

As mentioned in yesterday's confessional (aka. freak out post), I described feeling unsatisfied with the photography of today's recipe. While that feeling remains, the yumminess factor of this meal will hopefully shine above all else. Oh yeah, and the simplicity.  Dear Hubby said this was the best lasagna he'd ever had...and it was filled with zucchini, 4 cups of kale, ground turkey instead of beef, and lighter cottage cheese instead of the regular ricotta.  Best.He's.Ever.Had. ... Read more » about How to Make {Slow Cooker Lasagna}

Since losing over 50 pounds in the last year, my wardrobe has shrunk - both figuratively and literally!  It made getting the house ready to sell pretty easy: the walk-in closet was mostly empty.  But I really need some new items, desperately.  Since my mom was here to help me pack, she also took me (and Babycakes) shopping. Don't you just LOVE moms?!?!?!?  We found some really beautiful new sweaters with big cowl necks in deep fall colors, like burnt orange and ocean blue, amongst other things.   ... Read more » about Fall Fashion + {Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chowder}

Not gonna lie... I'm enjoying some good ol' comfort food tonight.  And no, I don't consider kale chips comfort food!!  We're talking about a crunchy peanut butter and honey sandwich with a small glass of milk.  So delicious. And totally hits the spot when I'm craving something sweet, salty, and like a bear-hug-on-a-plate. It's been a rough couple of days.  The short of it is...we're still moving in 14 days.  Everything is in boxes, thanks to my generous mom...but the mountain dream home is no longer. ... Read more » about Comfort Food + {Garlic Kale Chips}

Well, it's been ENTIRELY too long since I posted a new juice recipe.  So this weekend it was a must-do! If I got nothing else done, I WOULD: make, document, photograph, and imbibe in some wonderfully refreshing juice.  I still had some leftover cherries (believe it or not!) even after this 5-things-to-do-with leftover cherries post.  Soooooo, I knew cherries would be going inside.  I also had some leftover kale from the "Mostly" Vegan Zuppa Toscana.  And I pretty much ALWAYS ... Read more » about Cherry Limeade - packed with veggies!

Today is a very exciting day for me!  Like on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest it's probably a 9.8. Hey, I have to save the 10 for something even MORE EXCITING brewing in my near future :)  So today, I'm announcing and introducing a couple new features on the blog that will hopefully delight you and make your user experience so much better: PRINT and PIN-IT.  You can now click one button to PRINT the recipe (below) and take it directly to your local grocery store