Easy Eggplant and Bacon Frittata

Eggplant and bacon go together like peas and carrots. Once the tantalizing bacon is cooked, everything comes together quickly in the very same skillet. Five simple ingredients (plus salt) are all you need–eggs, bacon, eggplant, onion, and a green vegetable. Eggplant and bacon frittata is my new go-t0 breakfast/brunch/lunch dish! This easy frittata is so simple that it could also easily work for a campout. We have yet to … Continue reading Easy Eggplant and Bacon Frittata

aiming4simpleMay 2016May 20165 Comments

gluten free, recipes, sweet

Blackberry Peach Meringue Cookies

Light and airy meringue cookies with a dollop of peach filling in the center make my mouth want to sing. Like fresh flowers in bloom, these cookies won’t last forever. Yet they linger just long enough to make everything seem brighter. In appearance, these fruit-filled meringues remind me of an Easter sunrise and sunny side up eggs. As spring kicks off and Easter weekend is upon us, now is the perfect … Continue reading Blackberry Peach Meringue Cookies

aiming4simpleMarch 2016March 20166 Comments

paleo, recipes

Green Power Salad with Ham, Almonds, and Turmeric Vinaigrette

Tangy turmeric vinaigrette adds zest to fresh lettuce leaves sprinkled with smoked ham and crunchy almonds. Ready in minutes, this protein-loaded salad will power you through the day.What really makes this salad unforgettable is the vinaigrette dressing. Turmeric not only has anti-inflammatory benefits, it adds a mustard-like zing to the dressing which tastes exquisite with smoked meat. After a heavy duty workout, my body was craving protein, so I loaded my fresh … Continue reading Green Power Salad with Ham, Almonds, and Turmeric Vinaigrette

aiming4simpleMarch 2016March 20166 Comments

gluten free, recipes, sweet, vegan

Cherry Chocolate Chai Smoothie

Cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger whirl together with the cherries, cocoa and coconut to yield a deliciously satisfying smoothie that’s practically a meal on its own. Now I finally have a workout routine to go along with all the protein smoothies I’ve been enjoying! After reading about how to raise healthy daughters, I recognized that I need to do a better job of leading by example and … Continue reading Cherry Chocolate Chai Smoothie

aiming4simpleFebruary 2016February 20169 Comments

Grapefruit Gelatin Panna Cotta Cups | Swirls and Spice

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Grapefruit Coconut Panna Cotta

Grapefruit season is in full swing; the latest fruit I sampled was at its prime, practically bursting with juicy sweetness! The tangy citrus flavors pair perfectly with coconut panna cotta in this healthy gelatin dessert. For a middle of winter pick-me-up, fresh citrus fruit is an optimum choice. The scent of citrus may improve mood and reduce stress and anxiety. So save the rind and inhale deeply as you make … Continue reading Grapefruit Coconut Panna Cotta

aiming4simpleJanuary 2016January 201641 Comments

gluten free, recipes, sweet, vegan

Peanut Butter Pulse Protein Smoothie

I’ve found the perfect breakfast and post-workout smoothie! No expensive whey protein or other powder is required, thanks to the yellow split peas contained within. Yellow split peas are a mild-tasting type of pulse that helps boost the protein and fiber in a super healthy way. This week’s Pulse Pledge challenge is to include pulses for breakfast. And this smoothie is such an easy, delicious way to … Continue reading Peanut Butter Pulse Protein Smoothie

aiming4simpleJanuary 2016January 201611 Comments