You know I can’t go very long without posting a cookie recipe! I’ve been hearing about how delicious cookies are with tahini in them, so I decided to create my own Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies! …
Magic Bar Fudge
As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, I have a major sweet tooth. I try not to indulge too often, but sometimes I need a bite of something sweet after dinner. For someone who loves sweets but tries to eat healthfully, dessert can be a challenge. I created this Magic Bar Fudge to help fuse these two desires — nutrients and treats! …
Ethiopian Roasted Brussels Sprouts
These bright and flavorful Ethiopian Roasted Brussels Sprouts are my second roasted Brussels sprouts post in my series of 3. The first post was for “Cheesy Roasted Brussels Sprouts,” which are great for kids and people who enjoy savory, non-spicy foods. But these Ethiopian roasted sprouts are perfect for people like me who like lots of flavor with a little kick. And since I’m always finding new ways to add turmeric to my diet for its anti-inflammatory properties, I added some of that too! …
“Cheesy” Roasted Brussels Sprouts
For some reason I’ve been on a huge roasted Brussels sprouts kick lately, so this post is really Part 1 of 3 roasted sprouts recipes (woohoo!). Now don’t get me wrong — plain roasted Brussels sprouts are great, but it’s fun to change things up every now and then. This first recipe turned out beautifully, which resulted in my eating a pound of sprouts while standing over the baking pan. Seriously, these Cheesy Roasted Brussels Sprouts are addictive! …
Cookie Dough Dip
With Super Bowl 50 less than 2 weeks away, it’s time to start planning your Super Bowl menu. I know, I know, you’ll probably just order a pizza and some wings, but why not have at least one nutritious menu item? And why not serve a secretly nutritious dessert, like this delicious cookie dough dip??? …
Falafel Dip
As the Super Bowl approaches (Feb. 1!), I start to think about what nutritious snacks I’m going to make to balance out all of the junk food that’s typically served at Super Bowl parties. …
Chocolate Espresso Tahini Cups
I will admit, this isn’t the most nutritious recipe I’ve posted, but it sure is delicious. Although it’s better for everyone to avoid sugar as much as possible, sometimes it’s nice to have a bite of something sinful. …
Breakfast Power Salad With Lemon Tahini Dressing
Salad for breakfast? That sounds odd, but why? Greens are the most nutritious food, so why not start your day with them? …