K.I.S.S. = Keep it simple stupid Sure, I get it. Stupid isn't a nice word. But, it gets the point across right? I use this acronym a lot. There are SO many things in life that I think we as humans really try to over-complicate. We over analyze. We over research. We think the crap out of everything. It makes things more difficult I think. Back when things were simple, and there wasn't as many choices .... life just seemed easier am I right? Well, today I bring you the issue of "What to make for lunch after church on Sunday" - Yes, it's an issue. If I don't have things ready, my kids can't fend for themselves. I must have staples like bread, and peanut butter. These kids expect so much from me! (joking). This works well, if we remembered to make sandwich bread! #realmomlife This brings us to this past Sunday....after church. NOTHING to eat. No bread was made. The kids had NO idea what to make themselves! What is a tired, and busy mom to do? I mean......
I love making healthy little treats for my family. While many think we only eat carrots and celery for fun, we do enjoy treats. I just try to make them healthier treats! This recipe is one I made up years ago while living in Okinawa still. It was posted on my old blog, but since I still make this for the kids, and its such a great easy recipe, I thought I'd bring it over here to share with you all!! Seriously they are SO GOOD! I wasn't sure what to name these (this is always a problem with "ball" type recipes) - So, I called them Yummy Energy Balls! These are easy to make, and the kids love them! Try them out and let me know what you think!! Ingredients: 2 Cups of dates, (Dried, chopped) 1/3 Cup Water 1/2 Tblsp Vanilla 1 Cup Chopped Almonds 2 Tblsp Cocoa Powder 1/2 Cup Coconut Combine dates, and water in a saucepan on the stove. Cook over low heat, mashing and stirring frequently. Cook about 10 minutes until the dates are all mushy and soft. Once done, remove from h......
I am guilty! I used to buy the packets of "instant oatmeal" for my kids out of sheer speed and ease! However, those are usually NOT very healthy or good for you! I am sure MANY of us are in a rush in the morning and need something quick and healthy for breakfast! Well, since I am NOT a morning person, cooking old fashioned oats every morning gets old too! I do like to make my kids something warm for breakfast - or at least more than cereal! Behold the awesomeness of Overnight oats! Yes, you read that right! These are SO EASY, quick to prepare, and healthy (no icky added crap). I can prepare 4 bowls (enough for two days of oats for the kids) in just about 4 minutes! The plus side? My kids LOVE THEM!! I like them too, but for the kids this is just like instant oats, but healthier! On to the recipe - You will need: Bowls to hold 1 cup with lids (I normally use jam jars, wide mouth, but I'm out of lids) Old fashioned oats Applesauce (homemade or ......
Power balls? That isn't a really good name! I don't know what else to name them! Put your suggestion for a name in the comments! Ok, so really . . . there are just some times when you want some yummy chocolate goodness, but don't totally want to blow your whole "clean eating" out of the water. Well. . . TA DA .. .. I present to you the Chocolate Protein Power Balls!! Ok, seriously - I was concerned with creating a power ball recipe. I LOVE my shakeology and DID NOT want to waste a few scoops if my recipe failed! Thank goodness, it turned out. As a matter of fact, they are pretty darn amazing! Smooth chocolate peanut butter gooey-yummy-ness! Keep in mind, just because these are "healthy" and only have whole foods, doesn't mean you should eat a ton!! Whole foods have calories too! These are a "treat" and can be made and kept in the freezer for when you want a yummy treat! I made these to take to church tonight for bible study. W......
As many of you may or may not know, I eat gluten free. So, as you can imagine, finding recipes for the holidays that taste good, can be tricky! We have a yearly tradition of making a birthday cake for Jesus on his birthday. This year, I wanted to make a yummy one that we ALL could enjoy. So, I set out to find the perfect recipe! Low and behold I found them - GF Chocolate cake Fluffy Peanut Butter Frosting I recently started using GF flours for baking and other things, so I am no expert yet. Prior to this, I just didn't eat anything Bread/cake/dough like. Let me tell you - This cake turned out SO AMAZING, fluffy, and yummy!!! Seriously it was AMAZING!!! Go ahead, try it out - then let me know what you think! **** Disclaimer: I do not suggest making things such as this cake regularly, however I do support making things on occasion (1-2 times a year) to enjoy in moderation. When you are a healthy/clean eater, enjoying a treat every now and again is perfectly fine! ......
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