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<strong>Peanut Butter Reese’s Blondies</strong>
March 27, 2022

Peanut Butter Reese’s Blondies

I found a mixture of Reese’s pieces and mini Reese’s when I was looking for chocolate chips.  They were the perfect addition to these peanut butter blondies. Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter at room temperature 1 cup light brown sugar ½ cup granulated …

Desserts
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by Ashley
<strong>Key Lime Cupcakes with Key Lime Filling and Cream Cheese Icing</strong>
March 27, 2022

Key Lime Cupcakes with Key Lime Filling and Cream Cheese Icing

I ordered key lime juice for this recipe and the key lime flavor really popped.  These cupcakes are so delicious you won’t want to eat just one. Key Lime Curd– Ingredients: ¾ cup sugar 4 teaspoons lime zest and ½ cup lime juice (3-4 limes) …

Desserts
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by Ashley
<strong>Healthy Peanut Butter Lover Muffins</strong>
March 20, 2022

Healthy Peanut Butter Lover Muffins

If you know me, then you already know how much I adore peanut butter.  These healthy muffins are packed with peanut butter flavor and do not disappoint.

Ingredients:

1 ½ cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk

½ cup natural creamy peanut butter

1 scoop powdered peanut butter (1/4 cup)

1 cup almond flour

1 cup whole wheat flour

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

4 teaspoons baking powder

1/8 cup truvia or ¼ cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 cup peanut butter chips (plus a few to top each muffin)

Optional dark chocolate chips

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray muffin tins with baking spray.
  2. In a large bowl whisk the milk and peanut butter until well blended. Mix in vanilla extract.
  3. Add the flours, sugar, powdered peanut butter, protein powder, baking powder, and salt. 
  4. Mix gently to combine.
  5. Fold in the peanut butter chips.
  6. Use a large cookie scooper to fill muffin tins.
  7. Place 4-6 peanut butter or chocolate chips on each muffin.
  8. Bake 25-30 minutes until muffins are set.
  9. Let muffins cool for at least 10 minutes before removing from muffin tins.
  10. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate after 24 hours. 
  11. Enjoy!
Breakfast
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by Ashley
<strong>Parmesan Pork Chops</strong>
March 20, 2022

Parmesan Pork Chops

These pork chops are crispy, delicious, and easy to make.  I served this with zoodles and marinara sauce or parmesan angel hair pasta.  I air fried my pork chops, but you could bake them too.  Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops 2 tablespoons egg whites 1 …

Entrees
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by Ashley
<strong>Veggie Loaded Meatloaf</strong>
March 20, 2022

Veggie Loaded Meatloaf

I love meatloaf packed with hidden veggies.  I used carrots, parsnip, and onion; however, you can use any veggies you have on hand.  This meatloaf was easy to prep and packed with flavor. This is a recipe I will be making again. Ingredients: 1 ½ …

Entrees
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by Ashley
<strong>Lemon Parmesan Baked Green Bean Fries</strong>
March 20, 2022

Lemon Parmesan Baked Green Bean Fries

These baked “fries” are a crunchy, healthy, and tasty side dish that pairs well with many entrees.

Ingredients:

1 pound green beans

2 tablespoons egg whites

¼ cup Italian style breadcrumbs

1 teaspoon fresh chopped basil

1/8 cup fresh grated/shredded parmesan cheese

¼ teaspoon lemon zest

Directions:

  1. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, spray with olive oil spray, and preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Pour egg whites in a shallow dish.
  3. Add breadcrumbs, lemon zest, basil, and parmesan to a shallow dish and mix to combine.
  4. Add a handful of green beans to the egg whites at a time.  Then remove from egg white and toss with breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Arrange green beans in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  7. Enjoy!
Sides/Salads
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by Ashley
Carrot and Pecan Muffins
March 20, 2022

Carrot and Pecan Muffins

What’s better than carrot cake in the morning?  These healthy muffins are tender, crunchy, and bursting with flavor.  Ingredients: 1 cup pecan halves 1 cup almond flour ½ cup whole wheat flour 1 scoop vanilla almond powder 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking …

Breakfast
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by Ashley
Broiled Chicken Fajitas
March 12, 2022

Broiled Chicken Fajitas

I love chicken fajitas and on busy weeknights I need a dinner that is quick to put together.  I chopped the vegetables over and coated the chicken in spices over the weekend so all I had to do was turn on the oven and broil.  …

Entrees
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by Ashley
Tofu Parmesan
March 12, 2022

Tofu Parmesan

I love parmesan everything!  This tofu parmesan is simple to prepare and tastes great over zoodles and on a tortilla pizza with other vegetables.  You could also make tofu parmesan subs or serve this over pasta with some of the extra sauce.

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Ingredients:

1 package firm tofu drained and cut into 6-8 thick slices

1 cup your favorite marinara sauce

1 tablespoon Italian seasoning blend

2-4 tablespoons egg whites

½ cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

1 package sliced mozzarella cheese

Zoodles, pasta, pizza crust, sub roll etc….

Directions:

  1. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with olive oil spray.
  2. Mix breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, and Italian seasoning in a shallow dish.
  3. Dip each slice of tofu in the egg whites.  Then coat the tofu in the breadcrumb mixture on all sides.  Arrange tofu on the baking sheet.
  4. Broil the tofu on high for 5 minutes per side.
  5. Top each tofu slice with 2 tablespoons marinara sauce and half a slice of mozerella cheese.  Then broil on high for 5 more minutes.
  6. Serve over zoodles (zucchini noodles), on a tortilla or pizza crust with extra sauce, spinach, cheese, and veggies, over traditional pasta, or even on a sub roll.
  7. Enjoy!
Tofu parmesan on a sundried tomato tortilla with spinach, marinara sauce, peppers, tomatoes, and cheese
Entrees
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by Ashley
Hamburger Soup
March 5, 2022

Hamburger Soup

I have been in the mood for slow cooker soups and dinners.  This soup takes minutes to prep and tastes delicious! Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef 2 cups sliced carrots 1 cup sliced celery 1 package dry onion soup mix 1 package Italian salad …

Entrees
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by Ashley