Taco Seasoning

1 Tbsp. Chili powder
1/4 tsp. Garlic powder
1/4 tsp. Onion powder
1/4 tsp. Crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp. Oregano
1/2 tsp. Cumin
1 tsp. Salt
1 tsp. Black pepper

Use one recipe per lb. of meat in recipes.

Spanish Rice

No more Spanish rice from a box with hydrolyzed soy protein, msg, corn syrup solids and lots of sodium!  This is a simple & delicious healthy version of a great side dish!

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons EVOO
3 Tablespoons chopped onion
1 1/2 cups brown rice
2 cups organic chicken broth
1 can Rotel tomatoes

Directions

Heat oil over med heat.  Stir in onion & cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
Add rice, stirring until it begins to brown.  Add broth & tomatoes.  Reduce heat, cover & simmer about 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

Everytime you eat...

"Every time you eat or drink, you are either feeding disease or fighting it!"

                                                                               - Heather Morgan MS, NLC

I love this quote because it is so true!  This is just a short mid-week post to remind you to think about everything you put in your body!  There are so many good foods that have great health benefits, (just read some of my other posts) that there is no reason to allow harmful, chemically laden substances masquerading as food into your body!  I'm not going to get on my soap box today because I simply don't have time but please remember, you only get one shot at life and only one body.  If you want to make the most of it, take care of yourself - inside and out!  Choose wisely!

Breakfast Banana Split!

Hands down, this is one of my kids' favorite breakfasts!  Just be a careful label reader.  Lots of yogurt has unnecessary ingredients like extra sweeteners, food coloring, corn starch, or other chemicals your body doesn't need.  Same with store bought granola - check for hidden ingredients like sodium and sugar. Also watch for food allergens.  Some granolas might be gluten, soy and nut free, but not all. Make sure you find the best variety for your needs or just make your own! Any way you make it, you are sure to enjoy this bowl of goodness. Seriously, who doesn't want dessert first thing in the morning?

Ingredients

Sliced bananas
Sliced strawberries
Plain or vanilla yogurt (we use coconut yogurt for dairy free)
Chocolate chips
Granola (your favorite variety or my recipe below)

Directions

Place fruit in bowl. Add 1/2 cup granola. Scoop approximately 1/2 cup of yogurt on top. Sprinkle with extra granola and a few choclate chips.

Homemade Granola

Ingredients

3 cups Rolled Oats

¾ cup Unsweetened Coconut

¼ Cup Brown Sugar

½ teaspoon Cinnamon

½ Cup Chopped Almonds or Pecans (optional)

¼ Cup Maple Syrup or Honey

¼ Cup Coconut Oil

¾ teaspoon Sea Salt

Directions

Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Combine oats through nuts in a large bowl. Combine last three ingredients in small bowl then add to large bowl, stirring to coat completely. Spread mixture onto a large baking sheet. Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.