Happy National Cheeseburger Day everyone! Who doesn’t love a good, juicy hamburger straight from the grill. Slap on your favorite cheese and you have every American’s favorite meal. But before you go and gorge out on those delicious hand friendly foods, check out these tips on how you can make that burger just a tiny bit healthier. Also check out the picture for one of my ultimate favorite burgers. It’s the Ahi Tuna burger from Hopdoddy right here in Austin, TX. Go check it out!
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Move over blueberries and salmon, give yourself a health boost with these lesser-known powerhouse foods.
Blueberries, kale, salmon—you’ve heard countless times about the nutritional benefits of these everyday ingredients, commonly labeled “superfoods.” There’s no official scientific definition of a superfood, but it’s generally accepted that superfoods contain high levels of much-needed vitamins and minerals. They can also be a source of antioxidants, substances that shield our bodies from cell damage and help prevent disease. While there are a number of common foods that provide these nutrients, there is also an array of more exotic and less mainstream superfoods that are worth getting to know.
Cocoa Powder
Like chocolate, cacao powder contains flavonoids, which are known to help lower blood pressure and improve blood flow to the brain and heart. With fewer than 15 calories per tablespoon and containing almost no fat, cacao provides a strong chocolate flavor without the guilt.
Chia Seeds
Native to Mexico, these nutrient-rich seeds, known for sprouting green “fur” on kitschy pottery pets, have become all the rage among superfood seekers. And it’s no surprise—chia seeds are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and calcium.
Black Garlic
In addition to the sulfuric compounds that provide garlic with its heart-healthy and anticancer benefits, the fermented cloves are a source of important probiotics.
Acai
The fruit contains very high levels of antioxidants in the form of anthocyanins, which help fight cancer and heart disease. It’s also one of the few fruits with oleic acid—the same heart-healthy fat in olive oil.
Seaweed
sea-grown vegetables are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which may prevent sudden heart attack and stroke. Seaweed is also full of important minerals, such as bone-friendly calcium and magnesium, as well as iron, potassium, iodine, and zinc.
Green Tea
Okay…technically green tea isn’t a food, but when we consider its fabulous contributions to your health, we couldn’t deny it a spot on our superfood list. Eastern cultures have recognized the health benefits of green tea for centuries. Not only is it calorie-free, but green tea is also an outstanding source of antioxidants and has been shown to help prevent and fight cancer
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In honor of September 11th, 2001
“The world will little note nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here. It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us—that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain; that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom; and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” -Abraham Lincoln; Gettysburg Address
Remembering those that died for our country and those that continue to fight every day.
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Putting everything in one pan is always my favorite way to make a meal but all of the recipes I find ALWAYS include pasta. Now I love carbs don’t get me wrong but sometimes I want to mix it up a little. Here are some easy one-dish meal ideas that’ll be sure to add variety to your dinner table!
Cilantro Lime Shrimp & Rice
Turkey Sausage Jalapeno White Bean Chili
Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes
Chicken Tortilla Casserole
Chicken and Mushroom Pot Pie
Stove Top Enchiladas
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Happy Labor Day Weekend! It’s September which means the beginning of fall. Say hello to pumpkin flavored EVERYTHING! But the fall also brings a number of delicious things in season and here are some fun fall recipes you can make when they start showing up in your local grocery stores.
Baked Eggs on Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Mexican Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad
Mini Pies with Pears and Bleu Cheese
PB&J Overnight Oats
Grilled Pizza
Bourbon Peach BBQ Baked Beans
Ricotta Toast with Pears and Honey
Raspberry Bread
Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops
Chicken and Bacon Pasta with spinach and Tomatoes in Garlic Cream Sauce (YUM)
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Everytime I go grocery shopping I stick a bunch of bananas in my cart and then when I get home I stick them on my counter and forget about them until it’s too late. They’ve turned from their beautiful yellow color, to a brown gross looking one and now the only thing to do is make banana bread. Well this isn’t always the healthiest option and I kick myself in the butt for not eating them sooner. But now I don’t have too. Here is a healthy banana bar recipe that you can use when you too forget about your bananas and have to turn them into something delicious, and now healthy too!
Banana Breakfast Bars
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 medium bananas (spotted ones that are a little past their prime)
- 1/4 cup vegetable or coconut oil
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips, optional
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter, optional
DIRECTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray an 8×8” or 9×9” pan with nonstick cooking spray. (Line it with foil first for easy removal, if desired.)
- Place bananas in a large bowl. Mash them with a fork or potato masher until just small chunks remain. Stir in oil and brown sugar with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula. Add egg, vanilla, and salt, and stir until combined. Stir in baking soda. Add flour and oats and stir until mixed, some lumps will remain. Spread in prepared pan.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until browned around the edges and not jiggly in the center. Cool completely. Slice into bars.
- Optional drizzle: melt white chocolate chips and peanut butter in a small microwave safe bowl (on 50% power in 30 second increments, stirring between each). Place melted chocolate in a small ziploc bag with the tip cut off and drizzle over bars.
- Enjoy within 2 days or freeze for up to one month. I like to freeze them and then reheat as needed, since they don’t last very long on the counter.
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Happy Monday everyone! There’s nothing I like more than grabbing a bag of chips and snacking away while I relax with my favorite tv show. Those delicious salty things just pop right in your mouth and before I know I have eaten the whole bag along with a whole string of calories and fat I didn’t want. Well now you can satisfy that salty craving without all of the things you didn’t want with these homemade chip recipes that aren’t only delicious but healthy as well!
Carrot Chips
Recipe: http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Carrot-Chips-Recipe-34719564
Plantain Chips
Recipe: http://healthyrecipesblogs.com/2015/05/05/baked-plantain-chips/
Cheesy Garlic Corn Chips
Recipe: http://calmmindbusybody.com/healthy-baked-corn-chips/
Homemade Pita Chips
Recipe: http://www.chocolatemoosey.com/2013/09/05/homemade-pita-chips/
Banana Chips
Recipe: http://barktime.co.uk/2015/03/11/healthy-snacks-home-baked-banana-chips/
Parmesan-Garlic Sweet Potato Chips
Recipe: http://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/2015/08/parmesan-garlic-baked-sweet-potato-chips/#more-13342
Apple- Cinnamon Chips
Recipe: http://www.simplysissom.com/applecinnamonchips/
Dill and Onion Potato Chips
Recipe: http://www.healthyrecipeecstasy.com/baked-dill-onion-potato-chips-goat-cheese-dip/
Baked tortilla Chips
Recipe: http://lovegrowswild.com/2014/05/baked-tortilla-chips/
Spicy Kale Chips
Recipe: http://afewshortcuts.com/2015/03/spicy-baked-kale-chips/#_a5y_p=3589684
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A huge Congratulations to Lliana and Sergio Salinas for closing on their BRAND NEW HOME in Kyle, Texas. It was such a joy to work with them on buying their home and I couldn’t be happier that I was apart of their journey! I wish you both the best of luck in the future and thank you for choosing me to be your realtor and friend for life!! Lots of Love!
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Happy Friday everyone! They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Well it just so happens that breakfast is my FAVORITE meal of the day. Seriously I could eat it day or night and never get tired of it. Well on those days that I just don’t feel like getting up in the morning and making a lavish breakfast, I want something quick and easy but still delicious. What could be easier than throwing some ingredients in a mug and popping it in a microwave? Sounds like every breakfast lover’s dream come true. Here are some tried and true breakfast recipes that you can make in a mug in a matter of seconds. They’re simple. They’re fun. And most importantly, they’re delicious!
French Toast in a Mug
Recipe: http://jellytoastblog.com/french-toast-in-a-mug
Apricot and Berry Mug Pancake
Recipe: http://www.refinery29.com/breakfast-in-a-mug-recipes
Omelette in a Mug
Recipe: http://www.scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com/2013/05/2-minute-omelette-in-mug.html
Coffee Cake in a Mug
Recipe: http://www.prettyprudent.com/2011/10/entertaining-food/a-cup-of-coffee-cake-in-under-five-minutes-2/
Quiche in a Mug
Recipe: http://www.notquitenigella.com/2015/07/05/5-minute-quiche-mug/
Cinnamon Roll in a Mug
Recipe: http://www.cookingclassy.com/2012/03/cinnamon-roll-mug-cake-made-in-3-minutes/
Avocado and Eggs in a Mug
Recipe: http://www.popsugar.com/food/Microwave-Mug-Breakfast-Ideas-35569974
Apple-Banana Baked Oatmeal in a Mug
Recipe: http://foodwhine.com/2011/06/baked-oatmeal-in-a-mug.html
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