Living Life Positively Amazing
Are you gonna have a bad day this year? Definitaly! Are you gonnahave a bad day this month? More than likely. Are you gonnahave a bad day this week? Maybe..... When having a bad day, repeat those questions in your head. Not each day is going to go as planned. When you're having a bad day. Embrace it. A day is only 24 hours long. Today is your bad day and that's ok. Tomorrow will be better. I promise! How do I know that? Cause you're already having your bad day today. In the mean time, here is a picture of a happy... Read More
Friday December 7, 2018
Fried chicken but better
Oh this is another cheat treat that saves me from the mayhem of PMS. Fried Chicken! Full of flavorand goodfats, this makes my body and brain very happy during my unhappy time of the month. The splurge ingredient is the avocado oil. Avocado oil has a smoke point of 500 degrees and contains omega 9 fatty acids. The Goods: 1-2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast 1.5 cups flour 2 cups panko(you can use almond flour) 4 eggs 3 tps smoked paprika 2 tps chili powder 2 tps salt 1 tps pepper 3 cups... Read More
Wednesday July 11, 2018
One more vegan chili recipe
I couldn't resist! I just LOVE chili!!! Let's do this on more time!! The splurge ingredient is the beans. Try to go for low sodium this time around. The Goods: 1 can of pinto beans 1 can of red beans 1 can of black beans 2 tablespoons cumin seeds 1 tablespoon of parsley pivot chop ped 2 cups heirloom tomatoes dice d 2 32 ounce vegetable broth 1 tpschili powder 1 tps paprika 1 tps cayenne pepper 1 tps salt 1 tbs olive oil 1/2 cup of red pepper dice d 2... Read More
Wednesday July 4, 2018
Chicken soup
Hello!!! Jazzy here! Who like a chicken soup! That lovely meaty concoction that leaves you full and happy. You'regonna love this recipe! The splurge ingredient is the quinoia. Try going for an ancient grain mix. Quinioa is a complete proteinmuch needed switch if trying to go low carb. The Goods: 1 cup celery dice d 1 cup onion dice d 1 cup carrots dice d 1 jalapeno minced 1/2 lb chicken breast about one breast dice d 1 cup baby Bella mushrooms dice d 1 clove garlic minced 1 tbs olive oil 1 tps salt... Read More
Wednesday June 27, 2018
Compound olive oil
Compound olive oil! This recipe is so versatile. Feel free to play with different herbs and flavors. You can use this recipe for anything from chicken to pasta. Enjoy! The splurge ingredient is the olive oil. The better the olive oil, the better the flavor, the better the nutrients. The Goods: 2 cups good quality olive oil 1 tbs parsley pivot chop ped 1 tps thyme pivot chopped 1 tpsrosemary pivot chopped 1 tpsoregano pivot chopped Directions: Wash and prep herbs Combine all ingredients Put into... Read More
Wednesday June 13, 2018
Pork... What cuts of meat are there?
Hello!! Jazzy here!!! I was researching and saw the below article atModernFarmer.com and wanted to share. The article covers virtually every part of pork and how to cook it properly. I only included the cuts of pork I use most in my kitchen. This would make a great printout for the budding chef. Enjoy! PORK SHOULDER, or PORK BUTT Starting from the front of the pig: Pork shoulder (also called pork butt or Boston butt) is generally sold as a 5 to 10 pound... Read More
Wednesday June 6, 2018
Soy free ginger madness sauce
This is one of my favorite cheat treat sauces and is excellent with ahi tuna or tofu fries. A little goes a long way so enjoy! The splurge ingredient is the sunflower mayo. Sunflower oil I highin omega 6, vitamin e, and no saturated fat. If you're gonna do the deed and have mayo (hopefully in moderation) I suggest sunflower mayo. The Goods; 1 cup of safflower mayo 1tps red pepper flakes or to taste 1 tbscoconut aminos 1 tbsof sugar (i prefer white sugar here but go no more than 2 tbsto suit your taste) 2 tsp... Read More
Wednesday May 30, 2018
Candied Walnut Summer Salad
This salad recipe is sooootasty! You'll never want to eat out ever again! There is no splurge ingredient since this salad has so many steps. But once you make this salad a few times it'll be easy for you. Promise!!! The Goods: 1 head of romaine (washed,chifonide, salt and peppered) 1 heirloom carrot shredded 2 pink lady apples dice d 1/4 cup summer berries 2 TBSgoat cheese Toppings: 1 cup of candies walnuts 2 oz of quality goat cheese maple dijondressing Directions: To properly dress... Read More
Wednesday May 16, 2018
Sweet potato hummus
Back by popular demand! Another hummus recipe. This one is special add a little on the sweet side. Was a big hit at the family dinner last week so I wantedto share. The splurge ingredient is the smoked paprika. It really enhances the cumin and sweet potatoes. I hope you like it The Goods: 2 sweet potatoes cooked (baked, boiled doesn't matter) 1 can garbanzo (chickpeas) beans 2 tbs sesameoil (this is a must!) 1-2 tpscumin seeds toasted 1/4tps salt 1/4 tps pepper sweet smoked paprika or cinnamonto garnish ... Read More
Wednesday May 2, 2018
How do I get enough calcium being dairy free?
Dairy, dairy everywhere! The hype with documentaries like Forks over Knives and the dairy free movement (which I'm a big fan of) leaves a lot of you looking for alternative ways to get that 1000mg of calcium daily. Below are some dairy free options: Almond milk contains about 45% of your daily calcium needs in 1 cup and only 95 calories. Tofu contains over 40% of your daily calcium needs in just half a cup. Not bad for 95 calories. Okra contains 12% of your daily calcium needs in just in 1 cup cooked 35 calories. Collard... Read More
Wednesday April 25, 2018
