Last night I was inspired to make this yummy meal for us. It was VERY quick to make and filling too. Ryan mentioned that he was glad I had made barley. I believe it is a grain that I have never prepared before and I realized how sorry I was that I had never prepared it before.I have been using a lot of kale lately since I have been staying away from broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage. These happen … [Read more...]
Babycakes’ Brownies {Gluten-free} & POMegranate Coconut Smoothie #7
I think I am mentally on vacation. It was SO hard to wake up this morning but I knew I had to fit in my LAST workout at the gym for the next week since I will be leaving for Colorado tomorrow! Do you now understand why my head is in vacation mode? :) Either way, I scooted my behind into the gym for a rigorous weights and strength training class with one of my favorite instructors. She is yound and … [Read more...]
Tangy Eggplant Dip for Wraps and Mango-Banana Smoothie #4
Do you remember that song from The Sound of Music, "So long, farewell, etc?" I sang it today, "I hurt, I love, my smoothie is taking care of me!" I am on day 4 of these GREEN Monster Smoothies and I have to say I have had so much energy I almost loopy. Combined with great daily workouts, I do not think I have felt this great EVEN when I was at my goal weight back in 2005. Yesterday I warmed up my … [Read more...]
Golden Yellow Beet and Kale Salad
From An Opera Singer in the KitchenHello everyone!!! It's Friday and I am so happy! It is all about the 3 day weekend don't you agree? I started out my Friday with a HARD kickboxing class that makes me feel fantastic afterwards! I asked the instructor why I felt I was loosing more inches on my lower body that in my upper half when I have been playing raquetball and doing Zumba almost twice a … [Read more...]
POMtastic Mint Martini and Mango Monster Smoothie
I am obviously all about the drinks lately whether they are somewhat a little alcoholic, raw, healthy, or for plain enjoyment. I find myself wanting fruity and fresh ingredients and have come up with refreshing options.What is your favorite summer drink?So it has been a while since I shared my breakfast and lunch eats but I HAVE been eating. Ha! This week I have been focusing again on eating my … [Read more...]
