I’ve been working on a fall chili recipe for a while. It’s been worth the wait – I hit the Jack-Pot with this Jackpot (Jackfruit) Chili! It’s everything good about fall, in a bowl, all warm and cozy. This version is fairly mild, but it’s easy to kick it up a notch with some of […]
Healthy Lifestyle Hacks
There are so many tools, tips, and tricks that help make a healthy lifestyle easier. I recently shared a video with my fellow Mastery students in Chef AJ and John Pierre’s Ultimate Weight Loss Program and it made me realize just how many of these things I use, on a daily basis! Hopefully you’ll find […]
Peach Berry Cobbler
There is just something magical about peaches. When they’re in season, they are truly nature’s candy! They go great in a number of dishes, but my absolute favorite is this peach berry cobbler I created a few years ago. Why it has taken so long to share the recipe with you on this blog is […]
Meatless Monday Recipe: Vegan Acorn Squash Burgers
I have enjoyed many homemade veggie burgers in the past. Some more than others. Some more complicated and time consuming than others. These patties were the epitome of time well spent. Seriously yummy. Combine acorn squash, cranberries, hearty oats, carmelized onions and pecans, shape it into a burger, and you end up with a fall […]
My Unprocessed Menu Days 4 & 5
Time to play catch-up on the food diary! It’s been a busy couple of days loaded with temptations. I’ve been reminded about how important it is to plan ahead to have healthy meals available. This is an important secret to success no matter what your personal dietary guidelines look like. Day 4 Breakfast: Everyday Easy […]
Annual Check-Up Leads to Another Wake Up Call
Just yesterday I had my annual check-up. My doctor remarked gently that my weight was up a bit from my last visit, but when I reminded him I’d gained 30 lbs and already lost just over 20 thanks to pregnancy and childbirth, he let me off the hook. But only a little. I like my […]
