Keeping it real
BLT Gnocchi- Yum!
When I wake up hungry, I create my best recipes. I’m not sure why. But that’s how it is. Gnocchi is always a good idea. And its fast, usually a hearty meal in less than 20 minutes. In this case, it was 10 minutes, start to finish…. even with photos and a few…
Read MoreQuinoa Porridge- A recipe rewrite.
You guys. Cubby’s serves breakfast. BREAKFAST. And it’s a good breakfast too. I think I will make it a regular outing, with friends. BUT in the meantime, I made a new recipe. A recipe rewrite. Quinoa Porridge. It’s better than oatmeal, but if you don’t like quinoa, use oatmeal. You’ll still get great filling, protein…
Read MoreCreamy Garden Gnocchi with Studio 5
Easy. Weeknight. Meals. It’s a need in my household, I don’t know about you. But by the time dinner rolls around, I’m like, “didn’t I just feed all you kids a few minutes ago?” AND it’s about time. TIME. Who’s got time for an elaborate meal that takes hours to prepare?!?! Not me. So,…
Read MoreBeef and Mushroom Gravy with Smashed Cauliflower
My grandmother was the queen of gravy. She could make a pan gravy ANYTIME. It was pretty perfect too. AND I really believe it was because my grandpa ate gravy with every meal. I even remember her making gravy for on top of his sunny side up eggs over toast. Thus started my love…
Read MoreMy Secrets to Success with meal prepping
Meal Prep. I’ve been doing this for over a year now. I don’t think I’ve missed more than 1 week. I was out of town. But other than that, MONDAY is my meal prep day. So, let’s start at the beginning. First things first. How do I start meal prepping for myself/family? Here’s my…
Read MoreCore 7 Fueled: 150 Healthy Recipes for Meal Prep and Everyday Life
This has been a labor of love, and it took 18 months to complete. I am very happy to let you all know about this great project I’ve been involved with for Core 7 Fitness is now available for sale on AMAZON.COM. This cookbook is unlike anything I’ve ever written before. It’s a…
Read MoreCoconut Key Lime no bake cheesecakes
Day 2: Recipes for Cinco de Mayo You had me a coconut and key lime. This no bake dessert is perfect for ANYTIME. Really. These no bake cheesecakes, not too sweet, not too tart. Just perfection in a small glass. I like to use these mini trifle bowls. But any small glass or jar you…
Read MorePineapple Teriyaki Turkey Burger
Let’s talk about burgers for a second. It’s a summer staple at our house, and I’m always looking for more ways to serve them than just the staples of ketchup, mustard, pickles… you get the drill. So I thought, why not add some island flare? Teriyaki is one of my favorite flavors, and I had…
Read MoreA pretty picnic on Studio 5
Oh, my… summer is here!! And it’s time to P.A.R.T.Y! So let’s start at the beginning and talk about food. My favorite part. Food. I had a blast with this pretty picnic menu for Studio 5. It has all of my favorite treats rolled into one meal- a meal that your whole family will enjoy.…
Read MoreKalua Pork Tacos on Studio 5
Inspired by my recent trip to Hawaii. I’m combining two of my favorite things. Hawaii, and tacos. Totally legit. Watch the clip below: Kalua Pork Tacos 3-4 lb. pork shoulder or rump roast 2 tbsp. kosher or Hawaiian salt 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. ground cumin Rub salt, garlic and cumin generously over the…
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