I JUST started developing a morning routine and have been loving it. Obviously it entails these greek yogurt waffles…

Here’s how it goes: Wake up at 5:30. Strike the snooze key for 5 minutes therefore i can cuddle with Tony. Feed Milly. Clean my teeth. Get dressed. Grab a cup of coffee to visit. Kiss Tony around the cheek and walk out the door therefore i can simply make it for my 6am workoutRead more

I know I am baking a lot. Perhaps too much. You’re probably looking forward to some miraculously delicious salad with quinoa plus some additional hippie issues, but today I couldn’t help but bring you a new cookie recipe because helloooo… it’s cookie time of year and I freaking want to bake them.

I know that most of time we’re all about healthy goodies but there is no holding when it comes to cookies this time around of year. It’s not too often when you’re able to find a great chewy double delicious chocolate cookie. In fact, after all of my bakery travels in different cities, I thinkRead more

One can never have way too many squash dishes. Especially due to the fact it’s inexpensive, seasonal, and features some pretty excellent nutrition stats.

Since we’re talking squash, I’ll admit that butternut squash is among my favorites. The sweet, nutty taste can be brought out even more when roasted too. I’m such a butternut squash enthusiast girl, it’s ridiculous. Last week, I roasted butternut squash after that drizzled almond butter and maple syrup on top for any mid-afternoon snack.Read more

Lately I’ve been pretty much deeply in love with dipping cookies in chocolate. Or maybe just chocolate generally.

Did you guys see this formula over on Glass of Jo the other day? I was so excited to donate to her chocolate series because I knew exactly what I was going to bake up. After all what could be better than extremely smooth and chewy peanut butter cookies dunked in chocolates and topped withRead more

I hope your weekend was as beautiful as ever. I spent Sunday morning hours rowing 21,000+ meters (a fifty percent marathon) at Iron & Oar , an area Chicago workout studio. Honestly I put only rowed maybe once before signing up for the half marathon. Uncertain what I was thinking, but I’m content that I committed to it. Not merely was the race in fact fun, but my hip and legs hurt in the simplest way. That noises odd, but if you love a good challenging workout guess what happens I mean. Best however, we got 3rd place and didn’t actually train! WHOOP!

Following the race, I enjoyed a GIANT cheat meal with Tony, followed by two of the chocolate peanut butter truffles that were waiting patiently for me personally in the freezer. I’m obsessed with the crispy, crunchy texture and exactly how they resemble the flavor of peanut butter glass. Traditional peanut butter truffles usually demand powderedRead more

Spinach And Ricotta Stuffed Chicken

In a big forged iron skillet, add the olive oil over medium high heat. Place the chicken pores and skin-aspect down within the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes or until the chicken pores and skin is golden and crispy. Carefully flip the chicken over and cook dinner for an additional four-5 minutes or tillRead more

Green Goddess Smoothie + the best places in Grand Rapids, Michigan

The start of January hit a couple weeks ago which smoothie was completely rotation as my breakfast of choice. To be honest, I love smoothies all the time of the day during each period. Not only are smoothies delicious, however they provide you with the ability to pack a lot of nourishment into one glass.Read more

Did you know banana loaf of bread was probably the most searched meals on Google this past year? For reals. There’s something comforting in regards to a cut fresh in the oven and paired with your morning coffee. I prefer mine offered warm and spread having a creamy nut butter. How about you?

Due to my obsession of cooking with bananas, I’ve a number of recipes about AK devoted to banana loaf of bread. I decided to circular up several healthy banana breads favorites you need to include others I’ve been eyeing up from across the internets. Below you’ll find recipes for each and every dietary need andRead more

I understand what you’re thinking. You’re thinking about the title of the post. But before I could explain it, I must let you know something.

I’m completely jealous at this time. Like green eyed filled with envy jealousy. The blogger that inspired me to generate my very own blog, Emily from SugarPlum , does something that food bloggers only dream about… She’s cooking with Giada De Laurentiis! Big congrats Emily, you are worthy of it! I really like Giada. She’sRead more

Spinach And Swiss Cheese Stuffed Chicken Thighs

Lightly pound fillets between two pieces of plastic wrap to 1/four-inch thickness using a mallet. Pat chicken dry; season with salt. Finish off underneath the broiler to soften your cheese! Lift these chicken rolls out of the pan, minimize them open to see MORE cheese ooze out of your chicken. Our family at all timesRead more