Category Archives: Recipes

Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Muffins

Okay, so I’ve been experimenting with quinoa, as I mentioned last week.  So far so good!  I’ve been adapting some recipes from The Karma Chow Ultimate Cookbook  by Melissa Costello that I purchased a few months ago.  I’ve been slowly … Continue reading

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Brussels Sprout Gratin

If you don’t think that Brussels sprouts are an especially appealing cruciferous vegetable, I urge you to keep an open mind when reviewing this recipe – because it is very probable that you will fall in love with this dish. … Continue reading

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Harness the Holidays

I typically order my nutritional supplements from Bodybuilding.com and they periodically email me sales notifications and newsletters with interesting fitness related articles.  Well, last week, they sent one that I really enjoyed.  These three sentences really put a positive spin … Continue reading

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White Bean and Kale Soup

I’m not a vegetarian, but I get some of my greatest healthy recipe ideas from Vegetarian Times Magazine.  This soup is delicious.  The smokey flavor of the paprika gives the dish a great kick.  Frank and I also had pork … Continue reading

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Spiced Apple Protein Bread

Fall is in full swing – and sweet temptations are officially everywhere!  Fortunately, this beautiful season also brings with it candy of the earth!  Apples!  As you may have noticed, I’ve been posting dessert type recipes recently with the goal … Continue reading

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Beating Holiday Treat Temptations

The holiday season can pose many temptations that can quickly derail even those of us who don’t make a habit of cheating on our nutrition plans.  There are a few ways to beat these temptations, all of which have a … Continue reading

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Greek Yogurt Pancakes

I got the idea for this recipe from my Mom.  They are delicious and flavorful – and, in my opinion, they don’t even need to be topped with anything.  I recommend using a low fat or non-fat Greek yogurt.  I … Continue reading

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Sticky Protein Bars

                    I love making these protein bars – and would make them more than once a week if the protein supplements weren’t so expensive!  Each batch I make uses 10 scoops … Continue reading

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Cooking with Whey Protein

You will notice that a lot of my recipes are “reinforced” with protein powders and supplements.  I have found that the only way I can meet my required protein goals in my nutrition plan is to use protein supplements, and … Continue reading

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Black Eyed Pea Relish

This relish is wonderful by itself, but I often put it on sandwiches or in wraps.  The dressing on it – which is tangy due to the rice vinegar, hot pepper, and garlic, makes it a perfect substitute for other … Continue reading

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