Seriously. The pictures don't do these justice!
I was wanting to make enchiladas this week that were vegetarian but had more to them than mere 'cheese'.
Read MoreWatermelon Salad
This is a super fun and simple salad that combines some of my favorite traditional summer flavors together in a rather unique way!...
Read MoreCrock Pot Honey Ginger Chicken
It's all about the crock pot for me right now! I'm not supposed to be on my foot any more than I need to be for another full week. And let me just say, I cannot wait to get out of this boot and be able to shower again!
Yes, I've been downgraded to bathing since I can't get my bandaged foot wet after a minor surgery I had a week ago.
When I registered my 'shower complaint' with the doctor this morning at my post-op check up... he said it was one of his most common fusses.
Thankfully I haven't had much physical pain. Just the nuisance of not being able to get around very well...
Read MoreCrock Pot Summer Vegetable Soup
I've been preparing for my foot surgery that will have already taken place by the time this is posted, and in the process of meal planning I found myself really wanting to make a soup.
I know, it sounds crazy! It's 100+ degrees F. in Texas and I want soup. But, I was craving some comfort food that would be easy for me to deal with in the process of getting surgery-ready and then healing...
Read MoreHealthy Cherry Vanilla Almond Breakfast Cookies
These cookies are super quick to whip up, taste amazing, and are full of good-for-you things to help keep you full through your morning. Oats. Seeds. Fruits. Nuts.
They have no flour, no added sugar, and no eggs!...
Read MoreStrawberry & Peach Chia Jam
Chia seeds are rather fascinating to me. I've often seen them tossed into rather healthy and often the most simple of recipes. They are really fun to play around with.
Don't be scared of them if you've never tried them! My mom is a little leery since the only other time she heard of them was back when 'Chia Pets' were popular. I suppose she's scared she'll start to sprout foliage. Anyway, I can't wait for her to try this jam!...
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