When the temperatures in Texas are hovering around 100º there’s nothing better to help cool you down than some Hot Fiery Salsa (makes you sweat, naturally cooling off the body). I have not one but TWO recipes for you, Salsa Verde and Salsa Habanero!! Mis en Plas Salsa Verde 2 Serrano Peppers 1 Jalapeño Pepper…
Tag: Dinner
Andrea’s Smokey White Chili
Ingredients: 2 poblano peppers 2 jalapenos 1 large yellow onion 6 cloves garlic 2 – 14.5 oz. cans cannelini beans 2 – 4oz. Cans diced green chilis 1 32 oz. box chicken stock 2 large chicken breasts, pounded thin 1 can of beer cumin garlic powder chipotle powder Salt and pepper Olive oil Avocados Limes…
Spaghetti Squash Boats
This is a delicious take on Spaghetti squash. Don’t let the long ingredient list scare you! If you need a shortcut, purchase a jarred Molé with clean ingredients and use that instead of the one called for here. You can also prep the Molé in advance to save time. INGREDIENTS: For the Molé: Directions for…
Instant Pot Chicken Bone Broth
INGREDIENTS 2 1/2 pounds assorted roasted, organic chicken bones 2 carrots chopped medium 2 celery stalks chopped medium 1 onion quartered, skin left on 1 bulb of garlic, top cut off, skin left on Assortment of fresh herbs 1 knob of fresh ginger, peeled 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar Generous pinch of whole black peppercorns 1 teaspoon kosher salt 8 cups of water enough water to come to 1-inch below MAX…
Lightened Honey Mustard Dressing
Leave the sugary Honey Mustard Dressing on the grocery store shelf and make this one at home! We’ve learned that our bodies need fats to metabolize nutrients in salads. The fats need not be in a large amount, but chosen from a good source. This recipe from Beachbody’s cooking show, Fixate, uses a fantastic blend…
Slow Cooker Bone Broth
1 whole chicken carcass (from a rotisserie chicken) ½ medium onion, cut into quarters 4 cloves garlic, smashed 1 tsp. whole black peppercorns 2 medium celery stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces 2 medium carrots, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt) 2 bay leaves 1 small bunch fresh thyme 1…
Braised Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs
Ingredients: 4-6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 2 teaspoons salt, divided 1.5 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, divided 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 head of garlic 1.5 large yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 2 cups) 3 lemons, halved 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3 sprigs fresh thyme 1 cup olives,…
Porcini Portobello Cauliflower Risotto
Try this easy, low carb Cauliflower “Risotto”. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cool evening when you are short on time. It’s gluten-free and grain free as well as vegetarian. Ingredients 16oz. bag riced cauliflower 1oz. bag dried Porcinis (follow package directions to rehydrate and save soaking liquid) 1 small onion, diced 4 cloves…
Jicama Avocado Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Need a cool, crunchy salad for summer? Try this and you’ll be hooked! Did you know that Jicama is packed with inulin- a fiber that promotes gut health? Just a one cup serving provides half of the daily recommended amount of vitamin C and is low-glycemic & a great option for a LCHF lifestyle! Ingredients 1…
Andrea’s Bone Broth
View this post on Instagram You asked so here it is! My Bad Ass Bone Broth recipe! All done in your slow cooker or stove top for at least 10 hours. Start this when you go to bed tonight and it will be ready in the morning. #healyourgut . . . . . . ….
Andrea’s Turkey Chili
This is a recipe that comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s packed full of flavor that will please a crowd (and even your kids!!) Great for weeknights, game days, summer Sundays and makes great leftovers! This can be a quick dinner or left on the stove to simmer for a couple of hours!! Enjoy!…
Roasted Red Pepper Sweet Potato Soup with Cashew Sour Cream
I found this and have to share because it looks amazing! VERY low carb and full of dense nutrition! The cashew sour cream just might be a game-changer if you’re avoiding dairy. Roasted Red Pepper and Sweet Potato Soup Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 45 mins Total time: 55 mins Serves: 4 A creamy, pureed soup made from…
Veggie Lasagna
Cheesy, filling, and packed with veggies, this vegetarian lasagna is the real deal. It’s bursting with fresh flavors from herbs and three different kinds of cheese, and it’s sure to please adults and children alike. The casserole makes 12 servings! It’s perfect for meal prep, or freeze leftovers in individual portions and reheat for an easy dinner…
Baked Avocado Egg Rolls
Inspired by the same type found at the Cheesecake Factory!! BUT you’re in charge of your ingredients! Ingredients 2 small avocados, chopped ¼ cup onion, chopped ½ cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen ¾ cup black beans 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic Sea salt and black pepper, to taste Pinch of…
Chicken Tortilla Soup that will ROCK your world!
Andrea’s Chicken Tortilla Soup Serves 6 6 tablespoons olive oil 8 corn tortillas, chopped 6 cloves of garlic, minced 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 medium onion, diced 1/2 jalapeno, minced Juice of 1 lime 1 16oz. jar tomatillo salsa (I use Herdez) 1 13oz. box crushed tomatoes (I use Cirio) ***Note – you can…
Chicken Tomatillo Enchiladas
This recipe can be doubled if needed. Ingredients: 2 Organic Chicken Breasts Kitchen Basics Chicken stock 2 jars Herdez Salsa Verde HEB Organic Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese Corn Tortillas Pico di gallo (we make our own but you can buy this pre-made) Avocado Season chicken breasts. Place them in a stock pot. Pour chicken stock…
Andrea’s Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps
In need of a fast, high flavor dish that your whole family will enjoy? This is a constant at our house. Feel free to switch it up to suit your taste! Andrea’s Turkey Lettuce Wraps Ingredients: 1 package extra lean ground turkey 1 package mushrooms, chopped (I use Organic White Beech Mushrooms or Shiitakes) 1⁄2…
Pasta Transformation! Zucchini Spaghetti with Basil Pesto
Love pasta? Love noodles? Trying to cut the carbs? Get ready, I’m going to change your life! Well, not literally but maybe just a little in the food department! My new kitchen toy is Sur La Table’s Vegetable and Fruit Spiral Slicer. You can use this with Zucchini, Carrots, Beets, Radishes, Potatoes, Bell Peppers, Onions, Apples…
Chicken Breast with Sautéed Mushrooms
Mushroom lovers, this is for you! These mushrooms sautéed with garlic and sherry vinegar are incredibly flavorful, you’ll want to put them on everything. (Leftovers taste great in an omelette!) Total Time: 48 min. Prep Time: 10 min. Cooking Time: 38 min. Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 1½ tsp. olive oil, divided use 4 (4-oz.) raw chicken breasts, boneless, skinless 4 medium…
Cauliflower Mock Mashed Potatoes
I’ve been following a Macro based meal plan since January and am always on the hunt for lower carb options of foods that I love – like Mashed Potatoes! I made these last night and my husband couldn’t get enough! He was amazed at how rich and cream and just how much this tasted like…
Amazing No Guilt Tomato Bisque
I LOVE TOMATOES!! If you do too try this amazing no guilt (cream free) tomato bisque as a healthy alternative to the typical version. Ingredients 1 28oz can organic san marzano tomatoes 2 stalks of celery 1/2 purple onion 1/2 red bell pepper 3 cloves of garlic 1/2 cup raw cashews 1tbsp fresh chopped Italian…
Grilled Portobello with Sautéed Kale and Goat Cheese
This is a fantastic recipe for a great healthy meal. I like to whip these up on meatless Mondays. The portobellos are savory and the kale is loaded with vitamins. Ingredients 2 Portobello Mushrooms 4 Chopped Cloves Garlic 5 oz Chopped Kale 2 oz Goat Cheese 1 Slice Coarse Italian Bread Red Pepper Flakes Salt…
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
This is a great healthy soup recipe that I got from a friend and modified from the P09X diet. I like to have a cup or small bowl of it with dinner to help fill me up (and it tastes awesome). Ingredients 2 Butternut Squash Nutmeg Cinnamon Olive Oil 3 ribs of celery finely chopped…
Roasted Garlic, Tomato, and Spinach Quinoa Salad
This is a yummy protein rich quinoa salad perfect for mid-week fitness meals. Although often classified as a grain, quinoa is a closer relative with leafy green vegatables such as spinach and Swiss chard. It’s protein rich, has a nutty flavor and a creamy, slightly crunchy texture. Add roasted garlic, tomato and spinach and you…
Slightly Blackened Fish Tacos
In a hurry? This is a great healthy recipe that takes less than 15 minutes to prepare. Because it’s so quick sometimes I’ll prepare this on weekday evenings when I get home from teaching fitness classes. It’s quick, easy and there’s only one pan to clean!
Baked Lemon and Herb White Fish
Let’s say that you just completed the Ultimate Reset. It’s been 21 days of cleansing, light foods, and you feel fabulous. That said, you’re ready for a substantial meal! That’s fine, but be careful. Your digestive system isn’t the same place it was 3 weeks ago. If you overload it with a heavy, meaty, fatty meal, you’re probably going to feel bad. Really bad.