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Pinterest-Inspired Oatmeal Bake

Posted on October 18, 2012 by

I’m obsessed with Pinterest. If I could make a living by making and baking things off of Pinterest, I’d do so willingly. As I was roaming around different recipes one day, I stumbled upon an oatmeal bake that I decided to make. It’s … Continue reading →

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Raspberry Chicken: Fast, easy, & delicious

Posted on August 21, 2012 by

One of the best things about having some of my Grandma’s old cookbooks is finding her hand written notes inside. Things like “VG” for very good, “quick fix,” “low fat,” and the amount of weight watchers points penciled in on … Continue reading →

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All About Flax: Part Two

Posted on July 26, 2012 by

Yesterday, I shared one of the most noteworthy changes to my diet with all of you. I started adding flax meal to my diet about two months ago. With one look at the label, the nutritional benefits are obvious. But … Continue reading →

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An Infusion of Flavor

Posted on July 16, 2012 by

Just last week, Erika told us about a nifty little kitchen accessory that no twenty-something should be without.  Well, keeping with the trend, I wanted to share my new favorite kitchen gadget. It’s a Fruit Infusion Pitcher, and it’s available … Continue reading →

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Beat the Heat… Treats!

Posted on June 20, 2012 by

Okay… I’m sitting here, in my car, at the laundromat because my washer just decided to give up…the sweat is dripping off the back of my legs (nice visual… I know). I’m sure you’ve all been in some kind of … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be Shy! Squeeze Those Lemons!

Posted on June 13, 2012 by

One of my favorite things about summertime is all the delicious fruits and vegetables.  It’s not hard to eat healthy when there are so many delectable treats in season.  However, a quick trip to the grocery store’s produce section can turn … Continue reading →

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Grocery Shopping on a Diet

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

Smart shopping… And I’m not talking about your budget. I’m talking about your diet! You’ve probably heard some “smart shopping” hints before… Like never grocery shopping when you’re hungry, and making a list and sticking to it. But how else can you be a … Continue reading →

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Healthy Eating Made Simple: Homemade Taco Salad

Posted on April 28, 2012 by

Tired of your oh-so-boring salad, again? I’ve got another concoction for you to try! Alright, so this may not be the healthiest salad for you to make… But it’s definitely better than a lot of other lunch options out there… … Continue reading →

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Greek Yogurt: Yay or Nay?

Posted on January 21, 2012 by

What’s the sitch? According to Stonyfield Farm, “Greek yogurt has an incredibly rich and creamy texture, about twice the protein of regular yogurt, less lactose, and fewer carbs.” I’ve seen it on the shelves at my local grocery store, and … Continue reading →

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