Picadillo. So many versions exist. Every country makes it differently, but at its core it is a dish of ground beef, tomatoes or tomato sauce and raisins. The Mexican version includes potatoes and can be served inside tacos, on tostadas, or as a filing for gorditas. It is a versatile dish that is quick to… Continue reading Mexican-Style Picadillo
I was raised to believe everything had to be perfect. Less than was undesirable. If I did not get 100% on a test, then I had nothing to brag about. There was no victory in mediocracy, no fanfare in good enough. That mentality continued for years. Disappointment was the norm if a goal was not… Continue reading Embrace an Imperfect Life
There is a lot of discussion around detox. Yes, our bodies detoxify naturally- that’s how harmful additives are removed from the body. Several organs including the kidneys, liver, and colon; and the lymphatic system work to flush out toxins throughout the day. However, as diligently as the body works to keep everything in tip top… Continue reading Healing Detox Soup
“When thinking about life, remember this: no amount of guilt can change the future” -Unknown It consumes us. Washes over us. Guilt has a way of affecting us – well for most of us anyway. You feel like you did something wrong. Perhaps you feel terrible about it. You may even feel like you are… Continue reading Four Ways to Overcome Guilt
Cauliflower. What can it not do? It purees magically, it rices beautifully, it steaks nicely. So many reasons to love this cruciferous vegetable. Although it is popular as a substitute, it also works well in its more natural state. You can never go wrong serving cauliflower as a side dish. One way to show this… Continue reading Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon Tahini Sauce
It can be challenging to keep moving when the weather is cold and rainy. Let’s just say it is not very inviting. Add to that the craziness that accompanies this time of year: the invites, the gifts to buy, holiday after holiday after holiday -- and physical activity becomes a thing pushed to the side. … Continue reading 3 Ways to Exercise in Bad Weather
Socializing food free seems so outrageous for most, but I have people I work with talk about the dread that comes with the holiday season and cozy, winter months. “So much food.” “So many desserts.” “Food everywhere!” And it is true. Special once-a-year items are found just about anywhere, and due to their seasonality, people… Continue reading The Quest for Food-Free Socializing
By now most people have heard (and eaten) chia pudding in some form or another. It can be fascinating to see the gelatinous almost creamy pudding come to life. Although some like the trademark grainy, seedy texture of chia pudding, not everyone does- including me (who likes getting chia seeds stuck in their teeth? Not… Continue reading Chocolate Hazelnut Chia Pudding
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