Author: Ashley

Strawberry and Peanut Butter Muffins

Strawberry and Peanut Butter Muffins

We went strawberry picking so I have been using strawberries in everything lately.  These muffins combine the flavor of peanut butter with fresh sweet strawberries. Ingredients: ¼  cup milk (I used unsweetened vanilla almond milk) 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup almond flour 2 

Tuna Melt Stuffed Peppers

Tuna Melt Stuffed Peppers

I fell in love with stuffed peppers a few year ago.  I have made many varieties since then.  I had never thought of making tuna melt stuffed peppers until I saw this recipe. My kids raved about how delicious these were and finished eating before 

Strawberry Shortcake Bites

Strawberry Shortcake Bites

If you love strawberry shortcake you will love these light and bite size treats.

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Ingredients:

1 cup sugar

18 whole strawberries

½ cup heavy cream

16 shortbread cookies

Directions:

  1. Combine the sugar and ½ cup water in a small saucepan and bring to a rolling boil over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 sliced strawberries and continue to cook until syrup thickens in about 5 minutes. Let cool to room temperature for 30 minutes.
  3. Whisk the heavy cream in a medium mixing bowl until soft peaks form. 
  4. Add 1 tablespoon strawberry syrup and whisk to form peaks.
  5. Remove sliced strawberries from syrup.  (Eat now or save for another treat.)
  6. Add the shortbread cookies to a food processor.  Crush to make fine crumbs.
  7. Transfer crumbs to a shallow dish.
  8. Holding each strawberry by the tip dip it in the syrup.  Then dip the strawberry in the cookie crumbs. Place strawberries on a plate/tray.
  9. Pipe or spoon a dollop or whipped cream on each strawberry.
  10. Enjoy!
Lasagna Mushroom Caps with Spaghetti Squash

Lasagna Mushroom Caps with Spaghetti Squash

I love portobello mushrooms, lasagna, and spaghetti squash, so when I saw this recipe I couldn’t wait to try it. Recipe adapted from 2B Mindset Ingredients: 4 large portobello mushrooms stems removed ½ cup chopped onion ½ cup bell pepper chopped 2 cloves garlic chopped 

Chicken Shawarma Salad

Chicken Shawarma Salad

Are you bored with plain chicken and boring salads?  This dinner is full of flavor and loaded with veggie goodness. Recipe adapted from 2B Mindset Ingredients: Salad- 1 English cucumber sliced 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved 1 bell pepper diced ¼ cup matchstick carrots ½ 

Cowboy Steak with Coffee and Chili Rub

Cowboy Steak with Coffee and Chili Rub

Who doesn’t love a nice grilled steak with a flavorful rub?

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Ingredients:

1 teaspoon chili powder

2 teaspoons espresso coffee powder

1 teaspoon brown sugar

¼ teaspoon dry mustard

¼ teaspoon ground coriander

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

1-2 pounds top sirloin

Directions:

  1. Mix chili powder, coffee, sugar, mustard, coriander, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Spread the rub over both sides of the steak.  Allow steak to sit for at least 15 minutes or overnight in a covered dish in the fridge.
  3. Grill steak for 4 minutes per side.  Let rest a few minutes before slicing.
  4. Serve with sides and enjoy!
Lemon Poppy Seed Energy Balls

Lemon Poppy Seed Energy Balls

These taste just like lemon poppy muffins, but they are much healthier and packed with protein too. Ingredients: 2 scoops vanilla protein powder ½ cup old fashioned oats 1 tablespoon flax seeds ½ cup chopped almonds or cashews 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 2 tablespoons honey 

Quick and Light Eggplant Parm

Quick and Light Eggplant Parm

I love traditional eggplant parm, but I don’t always have hours to salt and prep the eggplant in advance.  This is a quick a light recipe that still fulfills a craving for eggplant parm when your time is precious and you need a healthy meal.  

Strawberry and Apple Crumble

Strawberry and Apple Crumble

Strawberries and apples mix together in this fantastic dessert to make a sweet and healthy delightful dish.

Ingredients:

Topping-

1 cup old fashioned oats

½ cup flour

½ cup light brown sugar

Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, etc..)

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon salt

3 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil

Filling-

3 cups diced strawberries (or other berries)

2 cups peeled and diced apples (or pears)

3 packets Monk Fruit sweetener or 3 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions:

  1. Add oats, flour, brown sugar, and nuts (if using), cinnamon, and salt to a food processor. Melt the coconut oil and drizzle over the mixture.  Pulse to mix. Transfer to an air-tight container and freeze for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 months.
  2. Preheat oven to 375.  Spray an 8×8 dish with baking spray.
  3. Add fruit to a large bowl.  Toss with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
  4. Transfer fruit to prepared baking dish. Sprinkle topping over the fruit.
  5. Bake 35-45 minutes until fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
  6. Let stand at least 15 minutes before serving.
  7. Optional: top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Bread

Peanut Butter and Jelly Bread

If you like peanut butter and jelly sandwiches then you will be thrilled with this healthy protein packed bread. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 1 1/3 cup milk (I used unsweetened vanilla almond milk) ¼  cup reduced fat or natural peanut butter 2 cups